St. Louis Blues (31-26-3) vs. New Jersey Devils (30-27-4)
This game will be a very thrilling and interesting clash between the New Jersey Devils and the St. Louis Blues, an NHL regular season, which is to take place on Thursday, March 7, 2024. The Blues have a record of 31-26-3 while the Devils have closely matched figures of 30-27-4. Hosted at the Prudential Center, this match will be crucial for both teams in their quest for playoffs and certainly act as one of the turning points during this NHL season period; therefore, fans are eagerly waiting for it which makes it among hot topics concerning NHL picks and predictions.
Lately, St. Louis Blues have had a somewhat mixed bag of results with two wins and three defeats from their five most recent games although they have managed to retain a better standing of three wins against spread out of five in that same time frame. Such team boasts of its offensive unit that is spearheaded by dynamic Robert Thomas who plays as a center position and has so far hit 20 goals resulting in 49 assists hence accumulating an impressive total score of sixty nine points so far in these matches. Other key attacking players include Pavel Buchnevich and Jordan Kyrou who have equally played essential roles in contributing towards the Blues’ scoring abilities. This ability to strike with high numbers is expected to put them up against Devils’ defense formations that have been seen to shift back and forth throughout the season.
On the other side, the New Jersey Devils have also seen similar success recently, posting a 3-2 record in their last five games while posting an equal record against the spread – however their performance against it tells a different tale; posting only four wins against it outright. Their offensive line has been led by Jesper Bratt who has contributed 62 points between 22 goals and 40 assists, with help from Jack Hughes and Nico Hischier; this trio’s success against Jordan Binnington will be crucial in order for them to pull off victory.
St. Louis Blues vs. New Jersey Devils Game Info
When: | Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7:00 PM ET |
Where: | Prudential Center |
TV: | ESPN |
Stream: | NHL.TV |
Goaltender Jordan Binnington vs. Goaltender Akira Schmid
Jordan Binnington has proven his reliability and skill this season for the St. Louis Blues. In 43 games played, Binnington has won 21 games with an outstanding goals against average of 2.88 and save percentage of.91; both figures demonstrate his ability to make key saves as well as remain consistent throughout. With 1178 saves against 1295 shots taken against him alone, Binnington is proof that his game-saving skills can withstand pressure while making game-winning saves under pressure.
At New Jersey Devils goaltender Akira Schmid presents a younger but promising goaltending profile. Playing 18 games this season and earning five wins while recording a GAA of 3.09 and save percentage of.897 are impressive stats which showcase his growth potential and resilience; 383 saves out of 427 shots demonstrate this ability which will come into play against Blues offensive prowess.
NHL Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
As the betting odds for the game are yet to be determined, insights and recommendations will hinge on the goalies’ performance, recent team trends, and head-to-head statistics. Both teams present a compelling case for bettors, with their closely matched records and individual strengths.
St. Louis Blues Betting Trends
The Blues have managed a balanced road performance against the spread, going 15-15, which suggests they have an ability to handle pressure in away games. On home ground however, only 14 of their last 30 home games went OVER in totals; bettors should keep this factor in mind when placing wagers.
New Jersey Devils Betting Trends
The Devils have shown a tendency for high-scoring games, with four out of their last five and 18 out of 30 home games going OVER the total score mark. This trend indicates their aggressive offensive strategy but also exposes any defensive weaknesses which the Blues may exploit.
St. Louis Blues vs. New Jersey Devils 3/7/24 Betting Picks
Given recent betting trends and analysis, this game promises to be closely contested. Both offensive units may break through opposing defenses but goaltender performances will likely determine who emerges victorious.
Considering both teams’ current forms and statistics, a tight game is expected. Bettors should look out for opportunities in live betting as the game unfolds – paying attention to any shifts in momentum as the contest unfolds – paying close attention to any shifts in momentum; top live betting websites typically provide dynamic odds that reflect game flow to give value for astute bettors.