This is a neutral site game in Canada between the top teams in the East. Boston was the only 100-point team in the NHL during the regular season and had 22 victories away from home, second-best in the East, and third-best in the league. The Bruins were top 10 in goals scored, while the defense was No. 1 in goals allowed (2.39 per game) and save percentage (.921). Boston comes off a 2-1 win over Carolina and is 21-4 after allowing one goal or less in their previous game. Tampa Bay will be without star forward Steven Stamkos (lower-body injury). Tampa Bay is 6-12 after winning three of four, as well as 28-38 away from home after scoring five goals or more in their previous game. Take Boston for a Max Play.
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