Blues vs Senators Picks and Prediction – 10/29/2024
Blues vs Senators Prediction
The St. Louis Blues (5-4-0) hit the road to take on the Ottawa Senators (4-4-0), who are coming off a tough 5-4 loss to the Colorado Avalanche. Both teams are looking to bounce back, with the Senators holding a slight edge at home (3-1-0) while the Blues have shown they can be tough away from home with a 3-2-0 road record. Hit the ice running with our NHL picks.
The Blues enter this matchup with Jordan Kyrou leading their offense, tallying 9 points from 2 goals and 7 assists. Jake Neighbours has been the top goal-scorer, with 4 goals, while Kyrou’s playmaking ability is reflected in his 7 assists. The Blues' offense, averaging 2.89 goals per game, has struggled for consistency, as seen in their recent 5-2 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. The power play is operating at a low 15.0%, and the Blue will need to capitalize more effectively against a Senators' team that gives up 3.75 goals per game.
In the crease, Joel Hofer has provided strong play with a 2.32 goals-against average and a .932 save percentage, supporting the Blues in tighter defensive outings. Defensively, the Blues have held opponents to an average of 2.89 goals per game, a stat they'll need to maintain against Ottawa’s potent offense. With a penalty kill sitting at 75%, the Blues will have to stay out of the box to avoid giving Ottawa too many scoring opportunities. However, injuries to key players like Robert Thomas and Oskar Sundqvist might challenge defensive depth.
The Senators boast a strong offensive presence, led by Drake Batherson, who has racked up 10 points (5 goals, 5 assists). The power play is a major weapon, currently scoring at a 40.0% rate. In the last five games, Ottawa has scored five or more goals twice, reflecting offensive strength. Tim Stützle has been the playmaker with seven assists, contributing to Ottawa’s 3.75 goals-per-game average.
On the defensive side, Ottawa has allowed 3.75 goals per game, which has put pressure on the goalies. Anton Forsberg, with a 3.27 GAA and .895 save percentage, has struggled at times, and Linus Ullmark has allowed 3.35 goals per game with a .885 save percentage. Ottawa’s penalty kill, slightly better than St. Louis at 76.2%, will need to step up to manage the Blues' chances. With injuries to key defensive players like Artem Zub, the Senators' defense faces additional strain.
Blues vs Senators Pick Analysis
The Senators' potent power play and offensive depth give them the edge, especially at home. Expect Ottawa to exploit the Blues' penalty kill if given the chance. Final Score Prediction: Ottawa Senators win 4-3.
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