Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets Today (Predictions for Bruins-Senators, Sabres-Blues, Flyers-Predators)

Top Shelf Picks: NHL Best Bets for Thursday

The NHL season is in full swing with nine games scheduled for Thursday night. The action begins at 7 p.m. with the Boston Bruins hosting the Ottawa Senators in an Atlantic Division clash and wraps up with the Florida Panthers visiting the Los Angeles Kings.

Game Highlights and Betting Insights

Bruins vs. Senators

The Boston Bruins enter Thursday's game riding a four-game winning streak. They have performed well at home this season, holding a 6-3-0 record at TD Garden compared to 2-4-0 on the road. The Ottawa Senators have a similar pattern with a 2-3-1 road record and 4-2-1 at home.

After a shootout loss in Montreal, the Senators have had four days off, which may affect their rhythm on the road. Despite losing two of their last three contests, Ottawa remains the favorite. However, the Bruins appear poised to pull off an upset in this matchup.

Sabres vs. Blues

The St. Louis Blues are coming off a tough 6-1 defeat against Washington, while the Buffalo Sabres were waiting for them at home. This sets an intriguing dynamic for their upcoming encounter.

Thursday’s Best Bets

“My best bets for Thursday night are targeting a home underdog, a home favorite, and a road underdog.”

These selections come with odds offered by the top betting platforms.

The Bruins’ recent form and home advantage make them a compelling pick to challenge the favored Senators. Meanwhile, the Blues will need to bounce back strongly after a heavy loss if they want to succeed against the Sabres.

Author’s summary: Thursday's NHL slate features key division battles with promising betting value in home underdogs, favorites, and road underdogs based on recent performance trends.

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Sports Illustrated Sports Illustrated — 2025-11-06

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