Bruins vs Penguins player props, stats and preview
By DARIMARKET Research · Published · Updated · Start Thu, Nov 5, 7:00 PM ET
The Boston Bruins visit the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday, Nov 5 at 7:00 PM ET. This preview covers Bruins vs Penguins player props: the star players to watch, each team's recent form, the best last-10 hit rates next to the FanDuel and DraftKings lines, and the injury report.
The Bruins are 7-3 over the last 10, 3.8 scored and 2.5 allowed per game. The Penguins are 3-7 over the last 10, 2.9 scored and 3.6 allowed per game.
The best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Erik Karlsson over 0.5 shots on goal (10 of 10), Rickard Rakell over 1.5 shots on goal (9 of 10) and JJ Peterka over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10). These are past results, not predictions.
Bruins vs Penguins star players to watch
Boston Bruins
David Pastrnak, Bruins. Averaged 3.4 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 3+ shots in 8 of the last 10.
JJ Peterka, Bruins. Averaged 2 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 9 of the last 10.
James Hagens, Bruins. Averaged 1.9 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 8 of the last 10.
Pittsburgh Penguins
Rickard Rakell, Penguins. Averaged 2.8 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 9 of the last 10.
Erik Karlsson, Penguins. Averaged 1.9 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 10 of the last 10.
Connor Dewar, Penguins. Averaged 1.7 shots on goal over the last 10 games.
Boston Bruins best player prop hit rates
Bruins: 7-3 over the last 10, 3.8 scored and 2.5 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| JJ PeterkaRW | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 2 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Sean KuralyC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.7 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| David PastrnakRW | over 2.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 3.4 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
| James HagensC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.9 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
| Fraser MintenC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.8 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
| Hampus LindholmD | Shots on goal |
Pittsburgh Penguins best player prop hit rates
Penguins: 3-7 over the last 10, 2.9 scored and 3.6 allowed per game.
| Player | Line | Last 10 | FanDuel / DraftKings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erik KarlssonD | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.9 | 10 of 10 | Not posted |
| Rickard RakellRW | over 1.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 2.8 | 9 of 10 | Not posted |
| Sidney CrosbyC | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 1.3 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
| Kaedan KorczakD | over 0.5 shots on goalShots on goal, last-10 avg 0.9 | 8 of 10 | Not posted |
Bruins vs Penguins injury report
Bruins: Matthew Poitras (C) day-to-day.
Penguins: Evgeni Malkin (C) out, Elmer Soderblom (LW) injured reserve, Bryan Rust (RW) injured reserve, Trevor van Riemsdyk (D) injured reserve, Ryan Graves (D) injured reserve.
From ESPN's injury report as of Nov 4, 2026, 8:16 AM ET. Players listed out or doubtful are left out of the lists above. Statuses change up to the start.
Game script: what to watch
Teams that trail tend to pile up shots late. If the Penguins fall behind, Rickard Rakell (2.8 shots per game over the last 10, cleared 2+ shots in 9 of the last 10) is the shooter to watch.
A leading team often sits back in the third period, which can suppress its own shot totals. Research shot props with the score in mind.
If a favorite goes down early, live puck lines move fast. That is a moment to research, not to chase.
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What are the best player props for Bruins vs Penguins?
Before Bruins vs Penguins (7:00 PM ET), the best last-10 hit rates in this game belong to Erik Karlsson over 0.5 shots on goal (10 of 10), Rickard Rakell over 1.5 shots on goal (9 of 10) and JJ Peterka over 0.5 shots on goal (9 of 10). Past results, not predictions. 21+.
Who are the star players to watch in Bruins vs Penguins?
David Pastrnak (Bruins) has averaged 3.4 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 3+ shots in 8 of the last 10. JJ Peterka (Bruins) has averaged 2 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 9 of the last 10. James Hagens (Bruins) has averaged 1.9 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 1+ shots in 8 of the last 10. Rickard Rakell (Penguins) has averaged 2.8 shots on goal over the last 10 games and cleared 2+ shots in 9 of the last 10.
What time does Bruins vs Penguins start?
Boston Bruins at Pittsburgh Penguins starts Thursday, Nov 5 at 7:00 PM ET.
Who is injured for Bruins vs Penguins?
From ESPN's injury report: Bruins: Matthew Poitras (C) day-to-day. Penguins: Evgeni Malkin (C) out, Elmer Soderblom (LW) injured reserve, Bryan Rust (RW) injured reserve, Trevor van Riemsdyk (D) injured reserve, Ryan Graves (D) injured reserve. Statuses change up to the start; confirm before acting.
Where can I find Bruins vs Penguins odds and prop lines?
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