Blues vs. Blackhawks Player Props, Picks and Predictions – Sunday, Nov. 26

We have your St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks prop betting and game preview needs covered as the St. Louis Blues hit the road to face the Chicago Blackhawks.

The Chicago Blackhawks (6-12) are set to host the St. Louis Blues (10-8-1) in a Central Division clash. As the Blackhawks look to build on their recent victory, the Blues are aiming to rebound from their loss and improve their standing.

St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks Odds Info

Moneyline: St. Louis Blues -150 (BetMGM) / Chicago Blackhawks +132 (FanDuel)

Puck Line: +1.5 – St. Louis Blues +155 (BetRivers) / Chicago Blackhawks -178 (FanDuel)

Total: 6.5 – -106 (FanDuel) / -114 (FanDuel)

Game Info

Date: Sunday, Nov. 26

Time: 02:00 PM

Location: United Center – Chicago, IL

TV: ESPN+

St. Louis Blues Betting Trends

• On the road this season, the St. Louis Blues have 4 wins and 6 losses.
• As the favorite this season, the St. Louis Blues have 4 wins and 3 losses.
• This season, the St. Louis Blues have hit 6 overs and 13 unders.

Chicago Blackhawks Betting Trends

• At home this season, the Chicago Blackhawks have 2 wins and 5 losses.
• As the underdog this season, the Chicago Blackhawks have 6 wins and 12 losses.
• This season, the Chicago Blackhawks have hit 8 overs and 10 unders.

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

Over the course of the last two seasons, the St. Louis Blues and the Chicago Blackhawks have faced off four times, with the Blues emerging victorious in three of those encounters while the Blackhawks claimed one win. The visiting team has had the upper hand in these matchups, securing three wins compared to just one for the home side. When it comes to betting statistics, St. Louis has proven to be the better bet, covering the spread in three out of the four games, whereas Chicago has only managed to do so once. In terms of the over/under market, bettors favoring the ‘over’ would have been satisfied on three occasions, with the ‘under’ hitting just once. The games have been characterized by a high-scoring nature, with the total score exceeding the over/under line three times out of four. The Blues have shown a strong offensive presence, reflected in their higher number of shots on goal and goals scored across these games. The Blackhawks, while not as dominant, have capitalized on their power play opportunities, particularly in the most recent game where they had a power play percentage of 66.7%.

The most recent game between the two teams took place on March 30, 2023, where the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the St. Louis Blues with a final score of 5-3. Despite the loss, the Blues were the favorites going into the game, as indicated by their lower closing moneyline of -156 compared to the Blackhawks’ +128. The Blues also covered the spread, which was set at 1.5, by winning with a final score difference of 2. The game saw a total score of 8, which meant that the ‘over’ hit, as the closing over/under was set at 6.5. Key performance metrics from this game included the Blues’ 19 blocked shots and 24 hits, while the Blackhawks had 14 blocked shots and 16 hits. The Blues also had a superior faceoff win percentage at 60.9% against the Blackhawks’ 39.1%. Despite the Blackhawks’ victory, the Blues outshot them with 29 shots on goal to the Blackhawks’ 33, showcasing a competitive and closely fought game.

St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks Predictions

The St. Louis Blues are heading into the United Center with a mixed bag of recent performances, including a heavy loss to the Nashville Predators. Despite their offensive prowess led by Robert Thomas, who has tallied 8 goals and 12 assists, the Blues have been struggling defensively, ranking poorly in goals allowed per game. The Blackhawks, on the other hand, are coming off a morale-boosting win against the Toronto Maple Leafs, with rookie sensation Connor Bedard leading the charge with 10 goals this season. However, Chicago’s own defensive frailties have seen them concede a high number of goals, making for a potentially high-scoring affair.

Both teams have had their issues with consistency, but the Blues’ slightly better record suggests they have been able to find ways to win more often. The Blackhawks will rely heavily on Bedard and Philipp Kurashev, who has been a key playmaker with 8 assists, to penetrate the Blues’ defense. St. Louis will count on their top scorer Thomas to continue his impressive form and exploit the Blackhawks’ defensive gaps. Goaltending could also play a critical role, with both teams seeking more solidity between the pipes.

This matchup presents an intriguing battle of offenses, with both teams possessing the firepower to light up the scoreboard. The key player match-up to watch will be between the Blues’ Thomas and the Blackhawks’ Bedard, as both centers have the ability to turn the game in their team’s favor. With the Blackhawks playing at home and coming off a win, they might have the edge in confidence, but the Blues have shown they can be a formidable opponent on their day. This game could come down to which team manages to tighten up defensively and capitalize on their scoring chances.

St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks Pick

The Chicago Blackhawks are entering this game with a fresh victory under their belt, providing a much-needed confidence boost. Despite their less than stellar overall record, the Blackhawks have shown resilience and the ability to pull off upsets, as evidenced by their recent win against the Toronto Maple Leafs. With the St. Louis Blues coming off a heavy loss and showing vulnerabilities in their defense, the Blackhawks’ offense, led by the young star Connor Bedard, has the potential to exploit these weaknesses. Moreover, the Blackhawks’ home advantage and the momentum from their last game make them a compelling pick, especially when considering the favorable moneyline odds being offered.

Historically, the head-to-head matchups have favored the visiting team, but the Blackhawks’ recent form suggests a potential shift in this trend. The Blues have been the better team in past meetings, but the Blackhawks’ recent performance, coupled with the Blues’ defensive struggles, indicates that Chicago could buck the trend this time around. The Blackhawks’ power play efficiency, particularly in their last game against the Blues, could be a decisive factor in a game that is likely to feature plenty of scoring opportunities. All signs point to a competitive game, but the Blackhawks’ current trajectory and the value presented by the moneyline bet make them the right pick for this matchup.

The Pick: Chicago Blackhawks +132. (FanDuel)

St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks Player Prop Picks

Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.

St. Louis Blues

Chicago Blackhawks