NHL Best Bets: Bruins vs. Islanders Game Picks

Two teams looking to build off strong first halves are set to collide tonight, with the Boston Bruins visiting the New York Islanders.

Boston Bruins (-178) vs. New York Islanders (+146) Total: 5.5 (O-114, U-106)

It’s not often you see a team with a solid record like the Islanders have, sitting as home underdogs by the margin they are tonight. That shows you how much the Bruins are on a different level right now. Look no further than the 22-point gap in the standings between these two teams. The Bruins and Islanders already met once this season, which saw Boston pick up a 4-3 victory at home.

This time around, the Islanders are set to host the game, and the Bruins are playing much better hockey…