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St. Louis Blues vs Calgary Flames Betting Preview
The St. Louis Blues begin their first road trip of the season on Saturday night, looking to rebound from a humbling 5–0 loss to the Minnesota Wild when they visit the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome.
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The Blues (0–1–0) were shut out in a season opener for the first time in franchise history, ending a 15-game home winning streak that dated back to last season. Despite dominating portions of the second period against Minnesota, they failed to solve Filip Gustavsson. Meanwhile, the Flames (1–1–0) split their opening back-to-back, falling 5–1 to Vancouver after a thrilling 4–3 shootout win over Edmonton. For a broader perspective on how these early results might affect each team’s playoff outlook, visit our NHL Conference Odds & Predictions
The puck drops at 4:00 PM ET on ESPN+, with oddsmakers listing St. Louis as slight -121 favorites and Calgary at +101. The total is set at 5.5 goals (Over -118, Under -103).
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Line Movement and Betting Trends
The Blues opened around -115 and have been bet up to -121 after reports that backup goaltender Devin Cooley could get the nod for Calgary. Bettors are siding 58% to 42% with St. Louis on the moneyline, while sharp action has hit the Under 5.5 (-103), anticipating a slow-paced, defensive rebound game from both teams.
St. Louis has gone 5-2 in its last seven road openers, while Calgary is 6-1-1 in its last eight home games following a loss.
“We can’t dwell on one game,” Blues captain Brayden Schenn said. “It’s a long season — the best part is we get a chance to respond right away.”
Matchup Breakdown
St. Louis Blues Outlook:
Despite the shutout loss, the Blues showed flashes of their aggressive forecheck and physicality. They outshot Minnesota 14–0 to open the second period but couldn’t convert. Rookie Jimmy Snuggerud was moved down the lineup midgame, but head coach Jim Montgomery stressed the importance of patience with his young players.
“It’s important to encourage young guys, not discourage,” Montgomery said. “He’ll get more chances.”
With Zach Dean, Torey Krug, and Oskar Sundqvist sidelined, St. Louis needs veterans like Robert Thomas and Pavel Buchnevich to drive offense. Expect Jordan Binnington to start in net, looking to improve on his 3.85 GAA from the opener.
Calgary Flames Outlook:
The Flames were overwhelmed by Vancouver on Thursday, conceding five goals on 31 shots. Kevin Bahl’s early exit after taking a shot to the helmet disrupted the defense, and his availability remains uncertain.
Head coach Ryan Huska admitted fatigue may have been a factor after two games in as many nights. Expect Calgary to come out with more structure at home, especially if Devin Cooley replaces Dustin Wolf in goal. Cooley’s limited NHL experience (0–4–0 with a 3.88 GAA) could be a concern against St. Louis’ top line.
“Early in the year, there should be tons of energy,” Huska said. “We just didn’t have it the other night — that’s got to change.”
Injuries and Conditions
| St. Louis Blues | Calgary Flames |
|---|---|
| Torey Krug – Out (Lower Body) | Kevin Bahl – Questionable (Head) |
| Zach Dean – Out (Upper Body) | Jakob Pelletier – Out (Shoulder) |
| Oskar Sundqvist – Out (Knee) | Oliver Kylington – Out (Personal) |
| — | Devin Cooley – Probable (Starting) |
| Blues Injury Report | Flames Injury Report |
Venue Conditions: Indoor arena, fast surface expected at Scotiabank Saddledome.
Best Bets and Prediction
Both teams enter this game off lopsided losses and will prioritize structure and goaltending stability. The Blues’ defensive depth gives them a slight edge, while Calgary’s potential change in net introduces volatility. Expect St. Louis to lean on its forecheck and win in a tight, low-scoring matchup.
Pick: Blues ML (-121)
Projected Final Score: Blues 3, Flames 2
Best Bet: Under 5.5 (-103)
Lean: Blues ML (-121)
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| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Best Bet | Blues ML (-121) |
| Confidence Rating | ★★★★☆ |
| Projected Score | Blues 3, Flames 2 |
| Total Lean | Under 5.5 (-103) |
| Market Split | 58% bets Blues, 62% sharp money Under |
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