Elias Lindholm’s Resurgence
Elias Lindholm has seen a significant resurgence this season, showcasing his best scoring pace since the 2021-22 NHL season with the Calgary Flames. As the match between the Boston Bruins and New York Rangers approaches on January 26, the favorable matchup for Lindholm highlights an opportunity for him to shine offensively.
Rangers’ Defensive Struggles
In light of recent struggles faced by the Rangers, particularly in net defense, Lindholm’s prospects appear promising. The absence of key players like Adam Fox and Igor Shesterkin is palpable, as the team has allowed a staggering 46 goals over their last ten games. Their defensive woes have not been isolated incidents; New York has allowed three or more goals in nine of those games, and in seven instances, they have given up four goals or more. This trend raises concerns as they face off against a Bruins squad currently ranked third in scoring over the past ten outings.
Lindholm’s Impact on Scoring
Lindholm’s performance has been instrumental in the Bruins’ recent scoring surge, accumulating nine points that include three multi-point games. Notably, he excels against teams with weaker defenses. Averaging 1.1 points per game against teams outside the top sixteen in goal prevention, Lindholm has made a mark on the scoreboard 70% of the time in these matchups. Additionally, he plays alongside David Pastrnak, who has an impressive average of 1.7 points per game against teams with poor defensive records.
Betting Insights
For those considering betting options, analyzing Lindholm’s contributions suggests a reasonable wager. The suggested bet is for Lindholm to register over 0.5 points (-135).
Further insights into the same-game betting prospects include Pastrnak, who has found success in 34% of his games this season, with an uptick to 46% against teams ranked lower defensively. After struggling to score in two out of his last nine games, this matchup presents a conducive environment for him to return to form. Aside from Lindholm and Pastrnak, Alexis Lafreniere, who is currently skating with Artemi Panarin, might also deliver. Lafreniere averages 2.4 shots per game alongside Panarin and has recorded multiple shots in seven out of his last nine games.
For a same-game parlay, consider combining Lindholm to score over 0.5 points, Pastrnak to net a goal, and Lafreniere to take more than 1.5 shots.
Game Odds and History
The odds for tonight’s game are quite balanced, with the Bruins and Rangers hovering around a moneyline of -110. The puck line stands at Boston -1.5 (+210) and New York +1.5 (-260), while the over/under line is set at 6.5.
Lindholm’s history against the Rangers is worth noting—he’s scored points in five consecutive games against them, with two of those being multi-point performances. Fans can catch the action live from Madison Square Garden, with the game scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. ET, available on NESN and MSG.
