New jersey devils vs boston bruins
A great matchup between two Original Six teams!
The New Jersey Devils and Boston Bruins have a rich history, with the Bruins being one of the oldest teams in the NHL. Here's a brief overview of their rivalry:
Head-to-Head Record: As of the 2020-21 season, the Bruins lead the all-time series 134-114-24.
Recent Matchups: In their last 10 meetings, the Bruins have won 6 games, while the Devils have won 4. The most recent matchup was on February 27, 2020, which the Bruins won 3-2 in overtime.
Notable Players: Some notable players who have played for both teams include:
- Brian Gionta (Devils, 1999-2009; Bruins, 2014-2015)
- Martin St. Louis (Devils, 2000-2008; Bruins, 2014-2015)
- Zdeno Chara (Bruins, 2006-2019; Devils, 2020-present)
Current Rosters: Here are the current rosters for both teams:
New Jersey Devils:
- Goalies: Mackenzie Blackwood, Jonathan Bernier
- Defensemen: P.K. Subban, Damon Severson, Sami Vatanen, Ty Smith
- Forwards: Nico Hischier, Jack Hughes, Kyle Palmieri, Taylor Hall, Travis Zajac
Boston Bruins:
- Goalies: Tuukka Rask, Jaroslav Halak
- Defensemen: Zdeno Chara, Charlie McAvoy, Brandon Carlo, Torey Krug, Matt Grzelcyk
- Forwards: Patrice Bergeron, Brad Marchand, David Pastrnak, David Krejci, Jake DeBrusk
Recent Performance: The Devils have been struggling this season, with a record of 14-24-7. They're currently in last place in the Metropolitan Division.
The Bruins, on the other hand, have been one of the top teams in the NHL this season, with a record of 25-12-6. They're currently in second place in the Atlantic Division.
Prediction: Given the Bruins' strong performance this season, I'd predict a win for them in this matchup. However, the Devils have shown flashes of brilliance in the past, and if they can capitalize on their scoring chances, they might be able to pull off an upset.