David Pastrnak remains Marco Sturm's offensive driver as the Boston Bruins sit at 95.7 percent playoff odds, according to MoneyPuck.

Boston aren't looking over their shoulder. They've already put themselves in a strong position.

At 95.7 percent to make the playoffs, the Bruins are playing for something different now. It's about structure, not survival.

MoneyPuck's projections back that up. Boston hold a 43.5 percent chance to reach the second round.

That's not just a playoff team. That's a group expected to win a round.

Push it further and they sit at 23.1 percent to reach the third round. The ceiling is real if things click.

Bruins shift from race to control

The Cup path is still tough, but clear. Boston have an 11.7 percent chance to reach the Final and 5.9 percent to win it all.

Those numbers put them ahead of most teams still battling just to qualify.

Look at the gap. Detroit are at 40.3 percent to make the playoffs, and Washington at 9.5 percent.

Boston already cleared that hurdle weeks ago. Now Sturm can focus on how his group plays, not just results.

That changes how the bench is managed. Ice time gets spread with purpose, not desperation.

Because the Bruins don't need to chase games. They can dictate the rhythm.

Pastrnak still leads the charge offensively, especially on the power play where Boston can flip momentum fast.

But what stands out is the depth. Multiple lines can carry shifts, and that eases the load on the top unit.

That's why their projection stays high. Boston can win tight games or open things up when needed.

Sturm's role now is detail work. Clean exits, strong puck management, and keeping structure through all three zones.

There's also the mental side. Avoiding bad habits before the playoffs start.

Because once the postseason begins, none of these percentages matter anymore.

The Bruins have already done the hard part by securing their spot.

Now it's about turning strong odds into a real run, with a roster that doesn't need to rely on just one look to win.