The Bruins are off to a great start at 7-0-1. They rank first defensively giving up the fewest goals per game. They also have the No. 1 penalty kill unit.

That alone would be enough to back the Bruins. But Boston has had this matchup circled ever since the Panthers pulled a major upset by knocking the Bruins out of the playoffs last season.

The Panthers match up well to Boston. But I want the Bruins going for me in this spot.