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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Boston Bruins Picks and Predictions – January 11, 2026
The Boston Bruins host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday night at TD Garden in a marquee Eastern Conference showdown. Game time is set for 7:30 PM ET. Boston (23-15-5) is in the thick of the Atlantic playoff race but trending inconsistently in recent weeks. The Penguins (22-17-3), meanwhile, are pushing for a Wild Card spot and could leapfrog into a more secure position with a win here.
Both teams are coming off gritty wins and should be close to full strength, making this one of the sharper coin-flip spots on the board. Pittsburgh opened slightly favored at -115, with Boston right behind at -104. With the total sitting at 6.5, there’s a good mix of angles for bettors to evaluate.
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Boston Bruins Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh Penguins | -115 | -1.5 (+210) | O 6.5 (-101) |
| Boston Bruins | -104 | +1.5 (-267) | U 6.5 (-122) |
Pittsburgh Penguins Betting Form
Pittsburgh has won four of its last six and is showing better structure at both ends. Sidney Crosby continues to drive the top line with elite pace, and the Pens’ power play has finally found some rhythm after being stuck near the league basement for most of the year. Defensively, they’ve cleaned up slot coverage, and Tristan Jarry has quietly put together a solid stretch.
The Penguins have also been stronger on the road than early in the season, now 11-9-2 away from home. Their top six is producing, and their bottom six has chipped in enough to sustain pressure. As slight road favorites, the value hinges on special teams and whether Jarry can outplay Boston’s tandem.
For more stats and team trends, visit the Pittsburgh Penguins stats and results.
Be sure to monitor any late scratches on the Pittsburgh Penguins injury report.
Boston Bruins Betting Form
Boston is still figuring out its post-Bergeron identity, but they remain a tough out at home (13-5-3). Jeremy Swayman and Linus Ullmark continue to give them top-tier goaltending, and their penalty kill is among the league’s best. The issue has been scoring — secondary offense has dried up, and the power play has slipped to league-average levels.
Still, the Bruins are physical, defensively sound, and dangerous in transition when their forecheck is rolling. They’ve won two straight after a rough patch and tend to rise in games against playoff-level competition. As a short home dog, there’s real appeal if they can generate 5-on-5 offense early.
Check the Boston Bruins schedule and stats for more data on their home trends.
For up-to-date availability, review the Boston Bruins injury report.
Pittsburgh Penguins vs Boston Bruins Matchup Breakdown
These teams know each other well, and it usually results in low-event hockey early with a chaotic second half. Both clubs rely on elite goaltending and top-heavy forward lines, so whichever side wins the 5-on-5 battle should have the edge.
A few key matchup notes:
- Bruins PK (3rd) vs Penguins PP (heating up, but still mid-tier)
- Goaltending edge is almost even, slight lean to Boston in a tandem spot
- Boston’s physical style could wear down Pittsburgh’s D late
- Pens are allowing fewer high-danger chances lately
This doesn’t project as a wide-open game unless the first period gets out of hand. Both teams prefer structured play, and each goalie has the ability to steal a game. Slight pace and style lean to the Under here, though it may come down to a late power play.
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Pittsburgh Penguins vs Boston Bruins Predictions and Best Bets
The Penguins being favored on the road tells you what oddsmakers think of current form. And frankly, I agree. Pittsburgh has been more consistent, their power play is finally pulling weight, and Jarry is locked in. Boston’s offense, outside of Pastrnak, isn’t scaring anyone right now. If you’re betting a side, I lean Penguins -115.
That said, the total is trickier. Both teams can play fast but often default to defense-first approaches, especially in close matchups like this. With strong goaltending on both ends and special teams likely to cancel out, this looks like an Under 6.5 spot — but it won’t take much to ruin that.
Best Bet: Pittsburgh Penguins moneyline (-115)
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