Blues vs Wild Picks and Prediction – 1/8/2025

This Monday, Jordan Kyrou and the St. Louis Blues will travel to Xcel Energy Center to face Marco Rossi and the Minnesota Wild in a Central Division showdown. Get our free NHL Picks all season The Blues enter the matchup with a 19-18-4 record, looking to rebound after a 6-4 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday. Kyrou has been a standout for St. Louis, leading the team with his speed and scoring ability as the Blues aim to stay competitive in a tough division.

For St. Louis to challenge the Wild, Kyrou will need to lead the offensive charge while the Blues focus on tightening their defensive play. Limiting turnovers and staying disciplined will be critical against a Minnesota team that has been firing on all cylinders.

The Wild, holding a strong 25-11-4 record, are coming off an impressive 4-0 shutout win against the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Rossi has been a rising star for Minnesota, contributing with his scoring touch and strong two-way play. Alongside Matt Boldy and Mats Zuccarello, Rossi has helped Minnesota maintain their position as one of the league’s most balanced.

For Minnesota, shutting down Kyrou and maintaining their defensive intensity will be key. Rossi and the Wild will look to take control of the game early, leveraging their depth and home-ice advantage to secure another victory.

This matchup pits Kyrou’s dynamic offense for St. Louis against Rossi’s emerging brilliance for Minnesota. While the Blues have the potential to make it competitive, the Wild’s consistency and recent form make them the favorites. Take the Wild to win by at least two goals. Final Score Prediction, Minnesota Wild win 5-2.