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St. Louis Blues set to face off against Edmonton Oilers in high-stakes matchup

The St. Louis Blues and the Edmonton Oilers are set to face off in a matchup where both teams are looking to continue their successful seasons. The Blues currently hold the top wild card spot in the Western Conference with a 43-29-7 record and nine wins in their last 10 games. Meanwhile, the Oilers are in third place in the Pacific Division with a 44-28-5 record, but have lost their last two games. According to betting odds, Edmonton is the favorite to win with an opening line of -122, which has since shifted to -123. For a more detailed prediction on the outcome of this game, be sure to visit our Blues vs Oilers prediction.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Blues +106 | Oilers -123
• Spread: Blues +1.5 (-245) | Oilers -1.5 (+205)
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Edmonton will win straight-up is 55%.

St. Louis vs Edmonton Stats

St. Louis Blues

The St. Louis Blues are currently enjoying a successful season, with their offense shining by scoring an average of 3.01 goals per game. Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou have been standout players on the top line, contributing 54 goals and 87 assists. The rest of the offense, including Jake Neighbours, Brayden Schenn, and Pavel Buchnevich, has also performed well, combining for 57 goals and 87 assists. On defense, Cam Fowler and Justin Faulk have added 13 goals and 53 assists, further bolstering the team's offensive capabilities. Additionally, the defense has been strong, allowing only 2.82 goals per game and conceding just 25 goals in their last 13 games. Philip Broberg, Ryan Suter, Cam Fowler, and Justin Faulk have all made significant contributions to the defensive unit. Goaltender Jordan Binnington has been solid with a .902 save percentage and a 2.69 goals-against average. With a power ranking of 10, the Blues rank 13th in offense, 12th in defense, and have a record of 43-29-7 this season.

Edmonton Oilers Analysis

The Edmonton Oilers are currently having a successful season, with their offense performing well by averaging 3.17 goals per game. Key players such as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Zach Hyman have contributed significantly to the team's success, but other players like Jeff Skinner, Connor Brown, and Corey Perry, as well as defensemen Evan Bouchard and Mattias Ekholm, have also played crucial roles in boosting the offense. Additionally, the defense has been solid, allowing only 2.91 goals per game, with players like Darnell Nurse, Brett Kulak, and goaltender Calvin Pickard making important contributions. Despite their strong performance, the Oilers recently faced a 2-0-1 record against the St. Louis Blues in their last three matchups. Overall, the Edmonton Oilers currently hold a power ranking of 1 and are ranked #11 for offense, #15 for defense, with a record of 44-28-5.

The St. Louis Blues Ready to Dominate the Game with Exceptional Skill Across All Positions

The St. Louis Blues are displaying exceptional skill across all positions and are poised to dominate this game from the first period. With an average of 3.01 goals per game, the Blues are expected to excel in offensive play, led by Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas. The forward unit is adept at maneuvering the puck into the offensive zone and creating scoring opportunities through proficient passing. Additionally, the Blues' defensive unit, allowing only 2.82 goals per game, led by Philip Broberg and Justin Faulk, will work diligently to prevent the Oilers' offense from gaining momentum by generating turnovers and limiting shots on goal. Goaltender Jordan Binnington's proficient ability to make crucial saves will further bolster the Blues' defense. With a strong performance expected on the road, it is advisable to place a bet on the Blues money line as road favorites.

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