{"id":557136,"date":"2026-04-21T08:01:09","date_gmt":"2026-04-21T08:01:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/557136\/"},"modified":"2026-04-21T08:01:09","modified_gmt":"2026-04-21T08:01:09","slug":"bruins-vs-sabres-prediction-picks-odds-for-tuesdays-nhl-playoffs-game-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/557136\/","title":{"rendered":"Bruins vs Sabres Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tuesday’s NHL Playoffs Game 2"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Charlie McAvoy<\/a> has been a road warrior in recent months, tallying 21 points over his last 20 away games.<\/p>\n

While he was held off the scoresheet in Game 1, my Bruins<\/a> vs. Sabres<\/a> predictions see McAvoy getting back on track in this one.<\/p>\n

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Let\u2019s dive into my NHL picks<\/a> for Tuesday, April 21.<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres Game 2 predictionBruins vs Sabres best bet: Charlie McAvoy Over 0.5 points (-105)<\/p>\n

Charlie McAvoy<\/a> played 40.5% of Game 1, leading all skaters. The Boston Bruins<\/a> didn\u2019t generate many chances during his minutes, but score effects played a big part.<\/p>\n

The Bruins led from the 10-minute mark of the opening period until there was less than five minutes to go in the third. Boston was trying to see their lead through, which led to a larger focus on defense.<\/p>\n

Even if the Bruins get another lead, I don\u2019t think they\u2019ll be as conservative in Game 2.<\/p>\n

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McAvoy has hit the scoresheet in 20 of his last 23 games following a day of rest. Look for him to make his mark offensively.<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres Game 2 same-game parlay<\/p>\n

Morgan Geekie<\/a> averaged 2.2 shots on goal and cleared this line in 65% of his games this season. The only extended lull came when Geekie was playing away from David Pastrnak<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Geekie is back on the top line and scored in Game 1, so his role on Pastrnak\u2019s opposite wing should be solidified.<\/p>\n

Josh Doan<\/a> had two shots on goal and five attempts in Game 1, pushing his Over rate to 85% in home games against Bottom-10 shot suppression teams.<\/p>\n

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Doan earned a solid 16 minutes of ice in his first playoff game, so head coach Lindy Ruff clearly trusts him.<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres SGP<\/p>\n

Charlie McAvoy Over 0.5 points<\/p>\n

Morgan Geekie Over 1.5 shots on goal<\/p>\n

Josh Doan Over 1.5 shots on goal<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres Game 2 goal scorer pickJosh Doan (+310)<\/p>\n

Doan was a threat in the series opener, generating five shot attempts and a couple of scoring chances on the doorstep. His expected goal output of 0.91 was actually second-highest among all skaters. Jeremy Swayman<\/a> is very tough to beat from range, so it’s best to target players who live in high-danger areas.<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres odds for Game 2<\/p>\n

Moneyline: Boston +130 | Buffalo<\/a> -150<\/p>\n

Puck line: Boston +1.5 (-190) | Buffalo -1.5 (+160)<\/p>\n

Over\/Under: Over 6.5 (+120) | Under 6.5 (-140)<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres trend<\/p>\n

Charlie McAvoy has six points over his last six games in Buffalo. Find more NHL betting trends<\/a> for Bruins vs. Sabres.<\/p>\n

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How to watch Bruins vs Sabres Game 2<\/p>\n

Location<\/p>\n

KeyBank Center, Buffalo, NY<\/p>\n

Date<\/p>\n

Tuesday, April 21, 2026<\/p>\n

Puck drop<\/p>\n

7:30 p.m. ET<\/p>\n

TV<\/p>\n

ESPN<\/p>\n

Bruins vs Sabres latest injuries<\/p>\n

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