Prediction for the match Pittsburgh Penguins vs St Louis Blues
The Pittsburgh Penguins have started to recover from their slump and will look to continue earning points consistently on March 14th. This time, they will face the St. Louis Blues, who have also managed to regain solid form. Our experts have prepared a prediction that covers the teams' recent performances and highlights the most promising betting options.
Pittsburgh Penguins (USA)
Current form: The “Penguins” are going through a tough period. Due to weak defensive play, the team has lost many points, and most of the losses have been in regulation time. They have only been able to fight back in some matches, such as when they showed strong attacking play against “Toronto” but lost in overtime. In the last game, thanks to a solid performance by goalie Jarry, the “Penguins” secured a 3-1 win over “Minnesota,” which helped improve team morale a bit.
Key players:
- Sidney Crosby (captain): The team leader who scored a double in the recent game against “Vegas,” leading his team to an overtime victory.
- Tristan Jarry (goalkeeper): In recent matches, Jarry has shown excellent performance and has repeatedly saved the team from heavy losses.
Strengths:
- Strong offensive play, especially on the power play, where they convert 24% of attempts.
- Excellent performance from the team’s leaders and veteran players.
Achievements:
- Multiple regular-season championships in the NHL.
- Several Stanley Cups in the team’s history.
St. Louis Blues (USA)
Current form: “St. Louis” is also struggling with inconsistent performances on the road. After a heavy defeat against “Dallas” (3-6) and two more losses, the team managed to bounce back, winning against “Los Angeles” in a shootout (3-2), followed by a win over “Anaheim” (4-3). Defensive issues still persist, but their attacking play sometimes saves the day.
Key players:
- Ryan O’Reilly (forward): One of the team’s top scorers, who scored a double in the recent game against “Anaheim.”
- Jordan Binnington (goalkeeper): Despite being inconsistent, Binnington often steps up in key moments to save the team.
Strengths:
- Strong offensive play when the team finds their rhythm and plays more aggressively in attack.
- A versatile attack, especially in the last few games, when key players have stepped up.
Achievements:
- Stanley Cup champions in 2019.
- The team consistently fights for playoff spots in the NHL.
Match prediction
Both teams have their issues, especially in defense, which could lead to a high-scoring game. “Pittsburgh” has a slight advantage due to their attacking players like Crosby and Jarry, who is likely to play a key role again. On the other hand, “St. Louis” could pose a serious challenge with their offensive players, especially O’Reilly.
However, considering that “Pittsburgh” has an edge in experience and a more balanced attack, a win for the “Penguins” is likely, with a predicted score of around 4-3 or 5-4, possibly including overtime, due to both teams’ defensive instability.
Prediction
In the upcoming game, bookmakers are unable to pick a clear favorite, offering nearly equal odds for both teams to win. Indeed, the Pittsburgh Penguins seem to be recovering and have already managed to beat some strong favorites. Additionally, the team will be playing on home ice, where they have a better chance of success with the support of their fans. For St. Louis, this will be their fourth consecutive away game, meaning the Blues are likely to feel the fatigue from constant travel, which could negatively impact their performance. For these reasons, we recommend placing a bet on the home team.
Our prediction: Pittsburgh to win at odds of 2.03.
