The Vegas Golden Knights (16-5-4) are set to host the St. Louis Blues (12-10-1) in a Western Conference showdown at T-Mobile Arena. With the Golden Knights leading the Pacific Division and the Blues aiming to climb the Central Division, this matchup is poised to be a battle of resilience and strategy.
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights Odds Info
Moneyline: St. Louis Blues +165 (PointsBet) / Vegas Golden Knights -190 (BetMGM)
Puck Line: -1.5 – St. Louis Blues -150 (BetMGM) / Vegas Golden Knights +130 (BetRivers)
Total: 6.0 / -102 (DraftKings) / -118 (DraftKings)
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Game Info
Date: Monday, Dec. 04
Time: 10:00 PM
Location: T-Mobile Arena – Las Vegas, NV
TV: ESPN+
St. Louis Blues Betting Trends
- This season, the St. Louis Blues have hit 7 overs and 16 unders.
- On the road this season, the St. Louis Blues have hit 2 overs and 11 unders.
- As the underdog this season, the St. Louis Blues have hit 3 overs and 11 unders.
Vegas Golden Knights Betting Trends
- This season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 9 overs and 16 unders.
- At home this season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 3 overs and 9 unders.
- As the favorite this season, the Vegas Golden Knights have hit 6 overs and 13 unders.
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights Predictions
The Vegas Golden Knights enter the game with a solid record, sitting at the top of their division thanks to a recent return to form with a two-game winning streak. The team’s success has been driven by the stellar play of center Jack Eichel, who leads the team with 27 points, and William Karlsson, who tops the goal-scoring chart with 11. The Golden Knights have been particularly strong on home ice, boasting a 9-2-1 record, and will look to leverage that advantage against the Blues. Defensively, they’ve been a powerhouse, conceding the fewest goals in the league, which could pose a significant challenge for the visiting Blues.
On the other side, the St. Louis Blues are coming off a loss but have shown they can compete with a middle-of-the-pack record. The Blues’ offense is spearheaded by Robert Thomas, who has notched 23 points, and Jake Neighbours, leading the team with 9 goals. However, the Blues have struggled on the road with a 5-7-1 record, and their defense has been less than stellar, ranking in the bottom half of the league for goals against. They’ll need to tighten up at the back and find a way to penetrate the Golden Knights’ formidable defense to come away with a win.
Key player matchups to watch include the faceoff between the Golden Knights’ top scorer Eichel and the Blues’ leading point-getter Thomas. Both centers have the ability to change the course of a game, and their performance could be a deciding factor in the outcome. With the Golden Knights favored to win, the Blues will have to leverage their underdog status to create upset opportunities. The game’s total line is set at 6.0, with recent trends suggesting a potential for a high-scoring affair, making the over an intriguing pick for bettors.
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights Picks
The choice of ‘Over’ for the upcoming game between the St. Louis Blues and the Vegas Golden Knights is supported by several compelling factors. Historically, matchups between these two teams have tended to be high-scoring affairs, with the ‘Over’ hitting in two out of their last three encounters. The most recent game ended with a total of 8 goals, well over the line set for this game. Additionally, the Golden Knights have been on a scoring spree, with their offensive leaders like Jack Eichel consistently contributing to the scoreboard. While the Golden Knights have the best defensive record in the league, the Blues have shown they can score goals in bunches, as evidenced by their recent 6-goal performance against the Buffalo Sabres.
Furthermore, despite the Blues’ less impressive defensive record, they have offensive talents like Robert Thomas who can exploit any lapses in the Golden Knights’ defense. The Blues’ need to bounce back from their recent loss and the Golden Knights’ momentum from their winning streak set the stage for an aggressive, offense-driven game. Considering these factors, along with the set total line of 6.0, which is lower than the total goals scored in their last meeting, the ‘Over’ pick seems to be the most justified choice for this game.
The Pick: Over 6 (-118 at DraftKings)
Blues vs. Golden Knights Player Props
Here are the players who have hit over their current prop line in at least 7 of their last 10 games.
St. Louis Blues
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Hayes | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 8/10 | -140 | +110 | 2.3 | 2.38 |
| Brayden Schenn | Shots On Goal | 1.5 | 7/10 | -160 | +124 | 2.1 | 2.17 |
Vegas Golden Knights
| Player Name | Prop | Line | Over Rate | Over Odds | Under Odds | Last 10 Average | Projection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Karlsson | Shots On Goal | 2.5 | 8/10 | +110 | -140 | 3.7 | 3.69 |