The St. Louis Blues host the Chicago Blackhawks in a Central Division matchup on [Date]. While the Blues are fighting for a playoff spot, the Blackhawks are out of contention and looking towards the future. Despite the disparity in records, the Blackhawks have shown flashes of competitiveness recently.
Will the Blues take care of business at home, or can the Blackhawks pull off an upset?
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Breakdown: Desperation Duel in St. Louis
The St. Louis Blues will face off against the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday, April 10th, 2024, at 8:00 PM EDT. The game will be played at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri.
Here are a couple of options to catch the game:
- Local Channels: Bally Sports Midwest (Blues), NBC Sports Chicago (Blackhawks). Check local listings for confirmation.
- Streaming Services: ESPN+ offers out-of-market NHL game streaming with a subscription.
Expect a typical St. Louis spring night, with temperatures hovering around 50°F (10°C) and clear skies.
Despite the Blackhawks" struggles this season, the Blues haven"t had things entirely easy against them. In their last nine meetings, the Blues have outscored Chicago 37-22, but both teams have taken turns grabbing victories. The Blues will be looking to bounce back after a disappointing overtime loss to San Jose, while the Blackhawks hope to build on some recent improved goaltending. Both teams are looking for different things: St. Louis is fighting for a playoff spot under new coach Drew Bannister, while Chicago is focused on player development under Luke Richardson.
Our Picks: St. Louis Blues Will Ground the Blackhawks" Soaring Hopes
The St. Louis Blues are in a tight playoff race, while the Chicago Blackhawks are rebuilding for the future. Despite the disparity in records, the Blackhawks have shown flashes of competitiveness lately. However, St. Louis at home is a different story, and the Blues will be too much to handle.
St. Louis Blues ATS: The St. Louis Blues are favored to win against the Chicago Blackhawks tonight and cover the spread. Sportsbooks have the Blues listed at -1.5 on the spread. This means they need to win by two or more goals for a winning ATS bet. The Blues boast a good home record and will be looking to capitalize on their home-ice advantage. But keep an eye out for a potential upset by the Blackhawks.
Chicago Blackhawks ATS: While the St. Louis Blues are heavily favored, there"s a chance the Chicago Blackhawks could pull off an upset and cover the spread. Although their record isn"t great, Chicago has shown flashes of competitiveness lately, winning two of their last five games. They could be gaining confidence. As underdogs, the Blackhawks might be extra motivated to spoil the Blues" night, especially on the road. While the Blues" offense is clicking, their defense hasn"t always been airtight. This could open up opportunities for the Blackhawks" offense. Overall, betting on the Blackhawks ATS is a riskier pick.
Pick 1: St. Louis Blues -1.5
The Blues are heavy favorites for a reason. They"re playing with desperation for a playoff spot and have a strong home record. Their offense is clicking, led by Thomas and Kyrou, and they should overwhelm a leaky Chicago defense. Look for St. Louis to win by two or more goals.
Pick 2: Under 6 Total Goals
While the Blues are favored to win, this might not be a high-scoring affair. The Blackhawks struggle offensively, and the Blues will likely focus on shutting them down. Additionally, both teams have played lower-scoring games recently. Take the under on the total goals and enjoy a potentially close contest.
