St. Louis Blues vs New York Islanders Betting Picks & Predictions
The St. Louis Blues will be facing the New York Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. The Islanders currently hold the fifth spot in the Metropolitan Division with a
Game outlook
The St. Louis Blues will be facing the New York Islanders at UBS Arena in Elmont, New York. The Islanders currently hold the fifth spot in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 5-4, while the Blues are fifth in the Central Division with a record of 9-11-1. The two teams had a 1-1-0 record against each other in the previous season. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. EST. The New York Islanders are the favorites to win with a -164 opening line that has not moved. Stay tuned for my prediction on the outcome of the game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Blues +144 | Islanders -164
Spread: Blues +1.5 (-185) | Islanders -1.5 (+150)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New York will win straight-up is 62%.
St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues are heading to New York after securing their second win in the last eight games against the San Jose Sharks. The team's goaltending has been a significant issue this season, with a save percentage of .884 placing them 23rd in the NHL. Their offense has also struggled, ranking 25th in scoring with a powerplay percentage of 14.9%. Goalie Jordan Binnington is expected to start against the Islanders, with a record of 5-4 this season. With a power ranking of 31 and rankings of 29th in offense and 27th in defense, the Blues currently have a record of 9-11-1 this season and may face challenges making it to the post-season if their goaltending issues persist.