Penguins vs Blues

The St. Louis Blues enter this matchup riding a four-game win streak, while the reeling Pittsburgh Penguins have dropped six of their last seven, casting serious doubt on their postseason hopes. The Note are gaining momentum at just the right time behind ironclad goaltending from Jordan Binnington, whose .917 save percentage in his last five outings gives St. Louis a clear edge between the pipes. Conversely, the flightless Birds are struggling to generate consistency, with star center Sidney Crosby scoring just two points in his last five games and Jake Guentzel still sidelined with a long-term injury. Defensively, the Pens are leaking goals, giving up 22 in their last five, and Tristan Jarry has failed to provide the stability needed to keep them competitive. The Blues also have the added motivation of clinging to a wild card spot in the Western Conference, while the Penguins are all but mathematically eliminated. Veterans like Brayden Schenn and Robert Thomas have enjoyed strong games in recent meetings with Pittsburgh, giving the edge to the home side in both form and urgency. While the -225 line offers limited payout, the consistency of the Blues and the Penguins’ current freefall gives this wager a solid B for confidence, though not high-reward. Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 03/04/2025 04:25

Despite Sidney Crosby’s best efforts to carry the Pens, Pittsburgh rolls into St. Louis losers of five straight and struggling mightily to generate consistent offense, managing just six total goals over their last three contests. Meanwhile, the Blues—who are picking up steam with a 3-game win streak and looking to solidify their wild card position—have leaned on goaltender Jordan Binnington’s sharp play down the stretch. Pittsburgh’s power play continues to be anemic without Jake Guentzel, while the Note’s blueline led by Colton Parayko has frustrated opponents recently. Given Kirill Kaprizov’s aggressive forechecks subdued the Pens just last game, it’s hard to see Pittsburgh sparking sudden life against a Blues squad that typically keeps games tight and low-scoring. While a Crosby breakout is always possible, he’s averaged under a point per game lifetime against St. Louis. With playoff implications driving both teams to a tighter checking style, and the Pens' postseason hopes effectively dashed, expect a conservative, disciplined battle. The Under at 5.5 is a solid value here, though not without late goal risk—Grade: B+. Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 03/04/2025 04:25

All eyes are on Jordan Kyrou as the surging Blues head into Thursday night’s showdown, having won five of their last six while the flightless Penguins try to snap a dismal four-game losing streak. Captain Sidney Crosby continues to fight through frustration, but with Jake Guentzel (upper body) still sidelined and Tristan Jarry’s inconsistencies in the crease, the Pens look like a team already mentally checking out of the playoff chase. Meanwhile, St. Louis is riding the hot hand of Jordan Binnington, who boasts a .932 save percentage over his last five starts and has historically played well versus Pittsburgh. The Note are still clinging to a Wild Card hope in the Central, giving them added urgency, especially at home where they are 22-13-3. With St. Louis healthier, hungrier, and holding the momentum — plus having won the previous matchup 6-2 back in February — the puckline at -1.5 presents decent value, though not a steal given how unpredictable late-season matchups can be. Grade: B. Odds and availability are subject to change. This bet was made at 03/04/2025 04:25