Minnesota Wild vs St. Louis Blues Betting Picks & Predictions
The Minnesota Wild will face off against the St. Louis Blues in a crucial game as both teams are currently outside of the playoff picture. The Wild have won three consecutive
Game outlook
The Minnesota Wild will face off against the St. Louis Blues in a crucial game as both teams are currently outside of the playoff picture. The Wild have won three consecutive games and are only four points out of a wild card spot, while the Blues have won two in a row and are six points out. With both teams looking to improve their standings in the Western Conference, this upcoming game is sure to be a competitive one. For those looking for NHL Predictions, Minnesota is the opening betting favorite at -130 with the line remaining steady.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Wild -130 | Blues +112
Spread: Wild -1.5 (+195) | Blues +1.5 (-235)
Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 57%.
Minnesota Wild
The Minnesota Wild have been showcasing an impressive offensive performance this season, led by top line players Kirill Kaprizov and Joel Eriksson Ek. The team is averaging 3.09 goals per game, with key contributions from players like Mats Zuccarello, Matt Boldy, and Ryan Hartman. Defenseman Brock Faber has also been instrumental in opening up the offense with his contributions from the blue line. However, the team has struggled defensively, allowing 3.19 goals per game. Goaltender Filip Gustavsson has also faced challenges with a .894 save percentage and 3.26 goals-against average. Overall, the Wild have a power ranking of 9, ranking 16th in offense, 22nd in defense, and are currently 33-27-7 for the season. Brods 🤝 #StateOfHockey pic.twitter.com/jRIph5P4xN