The Vegas Golden Knights (29-14-4) head to Enterprise Center looking to settle the score against the St. Louis Blues (23-21-4) following their recent 4-4 overtime deadlock.
The Pacific Division-leading Golden Knights bring their potent offense, averaging 3.38 goals per game, led by the dynamic trio of Jack Eichel, Mark Stone, and Tomas Hertl who have combined for 40 goals and 93 assists this season.
The Blues, meanwhile, have found their stride with six wins in their last ten games and sit just one point outside of a Western Conference wild card spot.
Both teams have shown defensive prowess, with Vegas allowing just 2.77 goals per game while St. Louis has limited opponents to 2.98, setting the stage for what could be a tactical battle.
The matchup features an intriguing contrast between Vegas's high-powered offense and St. Louis's emerging defensive identity, with both teams desperate for crucial points in the playoff race.
As these Western Conference rivals prepare to face off, the question remains whether the Golden Knights can overcome their recent struggles or if the Blues can continue their upward trajectory in this pivotal mid-season clash.
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights: who will win?
For tonight's St. Louis Blues vs Vegas Golden Knights matchup, our predictive model gives the Knights a 68.33% chance of defeating the Blues.
Vegas Golden Knights: 68.33% win probability
- League-leading position in Pacific Division (29 wins in 47 games)
- Superior goal-scoring ability (160 goals for, 3.40 goals per game)
- Better overall point accumulation (62 points vs Blues' 50 points)
St. Louis Blues: 31.67% win probability
- Lower win percentage (23 wins in 48 games vs Knights' 29 in 47)
- Negative goal differential (-5, scoring 138 while allowing 143)
- Inconsistent recent form (WLWWL showing volatility)
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St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights odds
| St. Louis Blues | Vegas Golden Knights | |
|---|---|---|
| moneyline | +125 (via bet365 US) | -137 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) |
Key stats
- 1The St. Louis Blues have won 23 out of 48 matches this season.
- 2The Vegas Golden Knights have won 29 out of 47 matches this season.
- 3With 50 points, the St. Louis Blues holds the 10th position in the league standings.
- 4Vegas Golden Knights's 62 points place them 2nd in the rankings.
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights form
St. Louis Blues vs. Vegas Golden Knights head to head
St. Louis Blues
33%
Vegas Golden Knights
67%
Jan 20, 2025
Vegas Golden Knights
4 : 5
St. Louis Blues
Oct 12, 2024
Vegas Golden Knights
4 : 3
St. Louis Blues
Mar 26, 2024
St. Louis Blues
1 : 2
Vegas Golden Knights
Dec 7, 2023
St. Louis Blues
3 : 6
Vegas Golden Knights
Dec 5, 2023
Vegas Golden Knights
1 : 2
St. Louis Blues
Mar 12, 2023
St. Louis Blues
3 : 5
Vegas Golden Knights
