The NHL hockey betting odds menu sees a clash between St. Louis and Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday, with the host Blues trying to win for themselves and reward betting fans who back them on the moneyline.
Prediction-scoring formulas run on this game pick a potential 3.8-1.9 result in favor of the Hurricanes. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NHL matchups here.
Carolina Hurricanes vs St. Louis Blues Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Blues sit at 23-15-2 on the season; in comparison, the Carolina Hurricanes are currently 18-12-7. Looking to wager on the totals? St. Louis is 16-24 OU, and Carolina is 17-18-2 OU. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and St. Louis vs Carolina injuries news.
The NHL Power Rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the St. Louis Blues rated this week at No. 14 and the Carolina Hurricanes sitting at No. 20.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits St. Louis's No. 16-ranked offense, averaging 2.9 goals per game, against a Hurricanes defense that ranks No. 20 at 3 goals allowed. The Blues power play is averaging 16.43% while the Hurricanes defense kills off 78.26% of their penalties.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
In their last action, Carolina was a 2-1 Sportsbook at home against the Penguins. Bettors on Carolina at -130 on the moneyline collected their winnings from that game, while the total score (3) sent UNDER bettors home happy as well.
St. Louis was a 4-2 loser in its last match on the road against the Stars. They lost as +121 underdogs, while the total score of 6 made Sportsbooks of OVER bettors.
Next Betting Matchups
Carolina home to Washington, Tuesday, January 2nd
St. Louis home to New Jersey, Tuesday, January 2nd