Boston plays its second straight on the road, 25-9-1 at home but 12-14-5 away. The defense is 25th in penalty killing and 18th in goals allowed per game (3.09). New Jersey has won five of seven, after a 6-4 win over Los Angeles. The offense is 10th on the power play and has tallied 28 goals in the last seven contests. This is the seventh consecutive home game for New Jersey, so back on home ice. Play New Jersey.
This Pro Pick was released to clients on March 16, 2026 at 11:44AM ET.
NHL
Boston at New Jersey
March 16, 2026
7:00 PM Eastern
1.5 units on New Jersey -117 (moneyline) (risk 1.5 to return 2.78)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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