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Blues vs Jets: Winnipeg Favored in Upcoming Matchup After Recent Performances

In an upcoming matchup between the St. Louis Blues and the Winnipeg Jets, both teams have had recent games to consider. St. Louis is coming into the game with a strong performance against Colorado, winning 5-4. Winnipeg, on the other hand, suffered a 4-1 loss against Utah. With the Jets holding an 8-2 advantage in the last 10 meetings between the teams, they are the betting favorite with odds of -165. The line has remained unchanged since opening. The most recent matchup between the two teams ended in a 4-3 shootout win for the Jets on February 22.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blues +142 | Jets -165
• Spread: Blues +1.5 (-185) | Jets -1.5 (+160)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Winnipeg will win straight-up is 62%.

St. Louis vs Winnipeg Stats

St. Louis Blues

The St. Louis Blues are currently one of the hottest teams in the league, holding on to a potential playoff spot in the Western Conference. They sit in fourth place in the Central Division, 17 points behind the top spot. The team has been successful in both offense and defense, ranking 13th in the league in goals scored and 12th in goals against. St. Louis has a power play success rate of 21.7% and a penalty killing rate of 73.6%. In their recent game against Colorado, the Blues came out on top in a high-scoring match, with standout performances from players like Zack Bolduc and Robert Thomas. Despite being outshot, the team managed to secure a victory with Jordan Binnington making 35 saves. The team will have to navigate injuries to key players like Colton Parayko and Dylan Holloway as they continue their push for a playoff spot. Overall, with a power ranking of 10, St. Louis is positioned at 13 in goals scored and 11 in goals allowed, with a record of 43-28-7 for the season.

Winnipeg Jets Analysis

The Winnipeg Jets faced a tough loss against Utah, unable to generate their usual offensive power. Despite holding a strong position in the Central Division, the Jets fell to a 52-21-4 record for the season. They currently rank 4th in the league for offense, scoring an average of 3.39 goals per game, and 1st in defense, allowing only 2.34 goals per game. The team excels on the power play, converting 29.3% of their chances, and is average in penalty killing at 79.2%. In their latest game, the Jets struggled offensively and ultimately fell to Utah, with goalie Connor Hellebuyck making 24 saves in the loss. Key player Neil Pionk is week-to-week with a lower body injury, while Gabriel Vilardi and Nikolaj Ehlers are also sidelined with injuries. St. Louis has had recent success against Winnipeg, winning two out of their last three matchups.

St. Louis Blues on a Winning Streak, Face Tough Battle Against Winnipeg Jets

The recent performance of the St. Louis Blues, which includes a twelve-game winning streak, has propelled them into the top wild card spot in the Western Conference. Under the leadership of Jim Montgomery, the Blues hold a record of 34-16-6 since he took over from Drew Bannister. Despite Winnipeg's current lead in the Central Division, which has now narrowed to just four points over the Dallas Stars, the Jets remain a formidable opponent with a strong defensive record, particularly on home ice where they boast a 28-6-4 record this season. Additionally, the Jets have historically performed well against the Blues, winning eight of their last ten meetings. Ultimately, while St. Louis will put up a fight, Winnipeg is favored to secure the victory in this matchup on home turf.

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