NHL Odds: Bruins vs. Blue Jackets prediction, odds, and pick

The Boston Bruins beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Saturday night at TD Garden. The Bruins have won two in a row, while the Blue Jacket's have lost six in row. The teams play each other on Monday night in Ohio. NHL odds series continues. It's time to continue our NHL series with a Bruins-Blue Jackets prediction and pick.

The Bruins are a solid defensive team. They protect the net well and block shots in front of the goal. The team also thrives on the power play. David Pastrnak has scored 14 power-play goals this season. The Bruins will cover the spread if they can block the shots and capitalize on extra man attack. Boston will also cover if Pastonak gets going and has a big game.

The teams have split the last 10 games. The Blue Jackets lost to the Bruins 5-4 in a shootout last month. They need to outhit the Boston Bruins and win the puck battles. Patrick Laine and Jakub Voracek need their best game to keep up with the team. The team will cover the spread if they can prevent shots from getting to net.

Bruins are rolling into the playoffs, while the Blue Jackets will miss the postseason dance. The teams just met on Saturday. Bruins will win and cover the spread.

Bruins are favored to beat the Blue Jackets.