San Jose Sharks vs St Louis Blues Predictions
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Over 5.5 Goals @ -122
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Our prediction is that the Sharks and the Blues will score Over 5.5 combined. Take the -122 that the teams find the net enough times to win this wager.
Our Sharks vs Blues betting guide brings together our Best Bet, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Scroll down for the detailed analysis supporting each pick.
San Jose Sharks vs St Louis Blues Preview
The San Jose Sharks square off against the St Louis Blues at Enterprise Center, with face-off scheduled for 20:00 on Thursday, October 8.
San Jose Sharks were defeated in their previous game. On the road, they suffered a 5-0 loss against Dallas Stars at American Airlines Center. Sharks lost the shots on goal battle, 13-26.
St Louis Blues have suffered defeat in their last two games. Most recently, a 4-2 scoreline occurred on the road at United Center against Chicago Blackhawks. Mason McTavish and Connor McMichael scored one goal apiece.
H2H: Sharks Overcame Blues in Last H2H
The Sharks won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 5-4 triumph when facing the Blues at SAP Center. Both teams have five wins on the board when we look at the 10-game H2H record.
Starting Goalies
Yaroslav Askarov (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
26/27
2-1-0
3.9
.862
0
25/26
21-20-4
3.7
.883
0
Joel Hofer (Expected)
Season
W-L-OTL:
GAA:
SV%:
SO:
26/27
1-1-0
1
.955
1
25/26
24-13-5
2.6
.909
6
San Jose Sharks – Last 10 Games
5 wins, 4 losses and 1 overtime loss, averaging 2.9 goals from 23.1 shots on goal, with a 23.1% powerplay efficiency. The Sharks have given up 3.6 goals from 29.2 shots, averaging 3.6 penalties with a penalty-killing efficiency of 69.4%.
Macklin Celebrini is the top points scorer with 14 points, 4 goals and 10 assists, with Igor Chernyshov recording 8 points, 6 goals and 2 assists, over the last 10 games. Goalie Yaroslav Askarov have a 4.20 goal against average with a .857 save percentage.
St Louis Blues – Last 10 Games
The Blues have 6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 3.6 goals from 25.7 shots on goal, with a 12.5% powerplay efficiency. They have conceded 3.2 goals from 29.2 shots, averaging 2.8 penalties per game with a penalty-killing efficiency of 92.9%.
The top points scorer is Jimmy Snuggerud with 14 points, 5 goals and 9 assists, while Robert Thomas is next best after having 11 points, 7 goals and 4 assists. Goalie Joel Hofer have a 2.32 GAA with a .919 SV%, including one shutout.
Best Bet
Our view on this NHL clash is that the teams will go over the total line. Therefore, our pick is to back the Over selection with confidence at -122.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Sharks games.The 5.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Sharks games.The 5.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Blues games.The 5.5 line has been covered in 6 of the last 10 Blues games.The 5.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Blues games.
Our hockey picks are always well-researched, starting with a combination of the latest NHL team news and current form. Once we’ve got a solid read on the matchup, we layer in the key data to back it up.
Over 5.5 Probability
The odds at the top betting apps suggest our pick has a 54.9% chance of winning. However, our analysts have this figure closer to 60% based on their in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.
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San Jose Sharks vs St Louis Blues Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Books Expecting a Blues Victory
With the sportsbooks giving them a 60% probability of winning this game, St Louis Blues might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -149 Moneyline betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, San Jose Sharks are trading at +125.
The puck line stands at 1.5 and the total goals line is 5.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 5.5, the odds are -130.
The top NHL sportsbooks offer a wide range of game lines and team props for every matchup. Make sure you look through all the available options before deciding which bet to place.
Player Props & Micro Betting
There is regularly value to be found from wagering on the goalie and player props with the best gambling sites. You can find lots of ways to back for or against a specific player lining up for one of the two teams.
There are always opportunities to enjoy NHL micro betting. It’s generally the case that you will find team and player props in-game and bettors can use their insight to wager on outcomes such as the Next Goal or Next Goalscorer.
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Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
San Jose Sharks Stats
St Louis Blues Stats
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
+1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 6 of the last 10 games
+1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the +1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 games on the road
-1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 5 of the last 10 games
-1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the -1.5 puck line in 4 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 6.60 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 6.70 goals in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 5.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 2.90 goals and allowed 3.70 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 2.60 pts and allowed 4.10 goals in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 6.80 goals in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 5.80 goals in the previous 10 home games
Over 5.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 5.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 3.60 goals and allowed 3.20 goals in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 3.30 goals and allowed 2.50 goals in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.6
Shots: 23.1
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3.6
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 8.8
Blocks: 12.7
Faceoff Wins : 24.5
Hits: 25.3
Giveaways: 18.3
Takeaways: 5.4
Last 10 Games on the Road
Goals Powerplay: 0.5
Shots: 24.9
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 3.1
Empty Net Goals: 0.1
Penalty Minutes: 8.1
Blocks: 13.4
Faceoff Wins : 24.2
Hits: 24.8
Giveaways: 17.9
Takeaways: 4.9
Last 10 Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.4
Shots: 25.7
Goals Shorthanded: 0
Penalties: 2.8
Empty Net Goals: 0.5
Penalty Minutes: 7.3
Blocks: 12.8
Faceoff Wins : 26.8
Hits: 19.4
Giveaways: 16.3
Takeaways: 3.8
Last 10 Home Games
Goals Powerplay: 0.3
Shots: 25.6
Goals Shorthanded: 0.1
Penalties: 3
Empty Net Goals: 0.3
Penalty Minutes: 7.3
Blocks: 12.8
Faceoff Wins : 25
Hits: 20.2
Giveaways: 14.3
Takeaways: 4.4
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of face-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
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