The Boston Bruins face a do-or-die situation as they take on the Florida Panthers in Game 5 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. The puck drops at 7:00 PM ET at the Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida, with the game televised on ESPN.
The Panthers hold a commanding 3-1 lead in the best-of-seven series after winning the past three games, including two in Boston. The Bruins enter the game as significant underdogs, with the Panthers heavily favored to close out the series on home ice.
We ve made our Bruins vs Panthers prediction for Game 5, plus identified a couple player props worth wagering on.
Bruins vs Panthers Prediction
After a strong start in Game 1, the Bruins have struggled to match the Panthers intensity and offensive firepower. Florida has outscored Boston 15-5 over the past three games, showcasing their firepower, depth and ability to adapt.
The Bruins chances of extending the series have been dealt a significant blow with the absence of their captain, Brad Marchand, who will miss Game 5 due to an upper-body injury sustained in Game 3. Marchand s leadership, offensive contributions, and ability to get under the skin of his opponents will be missed.
Brad Marchand has been ruled out for Game 5 against the Panthers.
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The Panthers momentum, home-ice advantage, and the Bruins injury woes make it difficult to envision a scenario where Boston can pull off the upset. The Panthers have been playing with a sense of purpose and determination, eager to prove that last year s run to the Stanley Cup Final was no fluke.
The Cats have shown an ability to weather the storm, bounce back from adversity, and find ways to win, even when not at their best. Ultimately, I predict that the Panthers will come out firing on all cylinders, feeding off the energy of their home crowd and the opportunity to advance to the Eastern Conference Final.
Look for Florida to utilize their speed, skill, and physicality to overwhelm the Bruins, who will put up a valiant fight but ultimately fall short. I expect a high-scoring affair, with the Panthers winning in regulation and sending the Bruins home for the summer.
Game 5 Pick:
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