Boston at St. Louis

Boston has an ace goalie and, like last year, is better on the road than at home. The Bruins are seventh in the NHL defensively in goals allowed, tops in and penalty killing. Inconsistent St. Louis has lost seven in a row following a victory. St. Louis has taken a big step back defensively this season at #24 in goals allowed, and has surrendered at least four goals in five of its last 11 games. St. Louis is seeking back-to-back wins for the first time since November 28-December 1. The road team is a stellar 10-3 in the last 13 meetings. Take Boston to keep it close and play the Bruins on the puckline.