Boston Bruins vs St. Louis Blues Prediction and Picks - December 9, 2025

Tuesday evening Inter-Conference NHL action, and we have a Boston Bruins vs St. Louis Blues Prediction ready to roll for you. Boston comes in off a solid 4-1 home win over the Devils to move to 17-13 on the year. St Louis enters this contest at 11-19 on the season and they are off a 4-3 road win over Montreal. These teams met a few days ago, and the Bruins won that game at home by a score of 5-2. Read on to see our Bruins vs Blues prediction.

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Bruins Grab Big Home Win Against The Devils

Boston’s most recent game was a 4–1 win over the New Jersey Devils on December 6, where Morgan Geekie scored his 22nd goal of the season and Jeremy Swayman stopped 29 shots. It was the Bruins’ second straight victory, following a 5–2 win over St. Louis on December 4, and marked the first time since early November that Boston strung together consecutive wins. The team has been finding its rhythm again, even without David Pastrnak, who remains sidelined.

Offensively, Boston averages 3.1 goals per game, ranking 11th, and their 25.0% power play is among the league’s best at 5th overall. Geekie has been on a tear, scoring 10 goals in his last nine games, while Pavel Zacha and Casey Mittelstadt have chipped in timely offense. The Bruins generate 26.9 shots per game, middle of the pack, but their efficiency on the man advantage has carried them through stretches where five‑on‑five scoring has been inconsistent. Faceoff strength (51.9%) has also given them a possession edge.

Defensively, Boston allows 3.1 goals per game and 30.9 shots against, ranking near the bottom in shot suppression but buoyed by an 83.0% penalty kill. Swayman has been steady, while Joonas Korpisalo has provided depth despite inconsistency. The Bruins’ penalty minutes are high (373, 2nd most in the NHL), which puts pressure on their PK, but they’ve managed to hold firm. Heading into St. Louis, Boston’s ability to capitalize on special teams and ride Geekie’s hot streak will be key.

Blues Squeak By The Canadiens

St. Louis’ most recent game was a 4–3 win over the Montreal Canadiens on December 7, where captain Brayden Schenn scored twice and added an assist, while Dylan Holloway chipped in a goal and two helpers. It was their second win in as many nights, following a 2–1 victory over Ottawa, and gave the Blues momentum heading into this matchup with Boston.

Offensively, the Blues average just 2.5 goals per game, ranking last in the NHL, and generate 25.6 shots per game. Their power play sits at 18.2%, middle of the pack, with Pavel Buchnevich and Robert Thomas as the primary playmakers. Schenn’s recent surge has been a bright spot, but overall scoring depth has been thin, and the team has struggled to sustain pressure. Faceoffs have been a strength (51.0%, 12th), helping them control possession in spurts.

Defensively, St. Louis allows 3.4 goals per game and ranks 25th in goals against. Their penalty kill has been shaky at 76.7%, and while Jordan Binnington has had strong outings, inconsistency remains an issue. The Blues limit shots fairly well (27.8 per game, 17th), but breakdowns in coverage have led to high‑danger chances. Against Boston, St. Louis will need Schenn and Buchnevich to continue producing while tightening

Boston Bruins vs St. Louis Blues Pick

Bruins vs Blues Moneyline Pick

• St Louis -155 (5 Units)

St. Louis comes into this matchup with some momentum after a 4–3 win over Montreal on December 7, where Brayden Schenn scored twice and added an assist to lead the way. That victory followed a gritty 2–1 road win over Ottawa, giving the Blues back‑to‑back wins for the first time in weeks. While their offense has been inconsistent overall — averaging just 2.5 goals per game, last in the NHL — Schenn’s surge and Robert Thomas’ steady playmaking have given them a spark. Their ability to control faceoffs (51.0%) has also helped them dictate possession in stretches, and against a Boston team that takes a lot of penalties (373 minutes, 2nd most in the league), the Blues’ power play at 18.2% could be a difference‑maker.

Defensively, St. Louis has been shaky, allowing 3.4 goals per game, but they’ve shown signs of tightening up in recent outings. Jordan Binnington has been solid in net, and the team has limited opponents to 27.8 shots per game (17th), which is respectable compared to Boston’s tendency to generate offense off the rush. The Blues’ penalty kill sits at 76.7%, not ideal, but their recent wins have come from disciplined play and timely saves. With Boston allowing 3.1 goals per game and struggling to string together consistent performances, St. Louis’ recent confidence and home‑ice energy give them a real shot to extend their win streak and pull off another result against a tough opponent.

Bruins vs Blues Over/Under Pick

• Under 5.5 (4 Units)

The Under 5.5 looks like a strong angle in Bruins–Blues given how both teams have been trending. Boston’s most recent outing was a 4–1 win over New Jersey on December 6, marking their second straight victory but also continuing a stretch where they’ve leaned heavily on defense and Jeremy Swayman’s steady goaltending. St. Louis, meanwhile, just edged Montreal 4–3 on December 7 after a tight 2–1 win over Ottawa, showing their offense can grind but rarely explodes. For the season, the Bruins average 3.1 goals per game while allowing 3.1, and the Blues sit at just 2.5 goals per game, last in the NHL, with a penalty kill that forces them to play conservatively. With both sides relying on structure and neither boasting consistent high‑end scoring depth, this matchup sets up well for a game that stays under the 5.5 total.