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Game Preview: Utah Mammoth @ St. Louis Blues
The St. Louis Blues return home looking to build momentum when they host the Utah Mammoth on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at Enterprise Center. St. Louis appears on the St. Louis Blues team page, while Utah can be found on the Utah Mammoth team page. The Blues snapped several troubling trends in Friday’s 4-3 win over Ottawa, finally producing multiple 5-on-5 goals, holding a late lead, and securing a home win. Utah dropped its road-trip opener 4-3 in Dallas and has cooled significantly after an 8-2-0 start. Early odds list St. Louis as a moderate home favorite, with a total set in the mid-six range.
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The Blues’ comeback victory energized a crowd that has seen limited home success this season (4-5-4). Utah, meanwhile, enters the second game of a demanding six-game road stretch and has lost eight of its past eleven. With both teams playing on short rest, depth and goaltending become key factors.
Odds and Key Information
Opening numbers position the Blues as a slight to mid-range favorite on the moneyline, while the Mammoth return plus-value as the road underdog. The puckline remains competitive, with Utah +1.5 drawing interest due to recent high-event games. The total opened around 6.5, leaning toward the over after both teams surrendered three or more goals on Friday.
Jim Montgomery noted his team’s urgency and improved execution in the third period against Ottawa, emphasizing that sustained desperation must carry into Saturday. Utah coach Andre Tourigny referenced emotional circumstances surrounding Clayton Keller’s availability but said the team’s focus remains strong despite adversity. Market movement reflects uncertainty around fatigue but modest support for St. Louis’ improving five-on-five output.
Utah Mammoth Outlook
Utah arrives at 12-10-3 after a 4-8-3 slide that has cooled what was one of the league’s hottest starts. Their 4-3 loss in Dallas on Friday came despite a strong push late. The Mammoth boast considerable top-six firepower, highlighted by Logan Cooley, who recorded a hat trick and assist in Utah’s 7-4 win over St. Louis on October 23. Keller’s presence, even under difficult personal circumstances, remains critical—he owns elite entry rates and shot-generation metrics.
Defensive consistency has slipped in recent weeks. Utah allowed three or more goals in nine of its last twelve games and remains vulnerable to sustained forecheck pressure. However, puck movement through the middle six remains efficient, and the Mammoth generate high-danger looks in transition. For lineup updates, bettors can check the Mammoth injury report.
Karel Vejmelka is expected to start after Vitek Vanecek went Friday. Vejmelka owns a .901 save percentage and stopped 16 of 20 shots in the earlier win over the Blues. His lateral movement and ability to handle high shot volume are essential on the road. Utah maintains strong power-play chemistry with Cooley, Nick Schmaltz, Dylan Guenther, and Keller driving entries and edge plays.
The Mammoth’s path to victory depends on recovering defensive structure, limiting extended defensive-zone time, and capitalizing on the Blues’ occasional lapses defending the slot. Utah has six players above double digits in points and remains dangerous in open ice.
St. Louis Blues Outlook
St. Louis sits at 11-12-4 and searching for rhythm in a crowded Western Conference race. Friday’s 4-3 win over Ottawa provided rare progress in several areas. Pavel Buchnevich scored his first even-strength goal of the season and extended his point streak to four games, while the team delivered its strongest five-on-five third period of the year. Montgomery praised the effort as the type of performance that can spark a multi-game run.
Joel Hofer is likely to start, with Jordan Binnington having played Friday and another game looming Monday. Hofer surrendered three goals in the October loss to Utah but has shown strong rebound control and situational awareness in recent outings. St. Louis still faces challenges clearing the zone cleanly, but improved neutral-zone pressure helped generate additional scoring chances against Ottawa.
Offensively, the Blues need continued contributions from secondary lines and improved finishing from their middle six. St. Louis is still seeking consistency at home, where they are 4-5-4 despite respectable special-teams play. Injuries remain manageable, and bettors can monitor the Blues injury report for updates.
The Blues’ defensive metrics indicate potential for improvement. Their ability to win puck battles and maintain structure late should serve them well against a Utah team with pace but uneven defensive coverage.
Key Matchup Table
| Key Factor | Advantage |
|---|---|
| Transition Offense | Utah Mammoth |
| Five-on-Five Defense | St. Louis Blues |
| Goaltending (Back-to-Back) | St. Louis Blues |
| Power Play Conversion | Utah Mammoth |
| Home-Ice Consistency | St. Louis Blues |
Betting Trends
St. Louis has struggled at home, winning only four of 13 contests, but Friday’s comeback may signal improvement. Their recent games at Enterprise Center have leaned toward higher totals, with defensive miscues leading to late-game volatility. Utah enters with nine wins in November and a 7-4-1 run, though their road form dipped as competition tightened.
Utah’s earlier 7-4 win against St. Louis featured multiple high-danger chances and heavy shot volume, setting the stage for another potentially high-event matchup. For broader NHL line movement and comparison tools, bettors can review the NHL odds board.
The Lean
This matchup features two teams with contrasting recent trends but similar defensive vulnerabilities. Utah won the first meeting decisively and continues to generate strong east-west offense, but St. Louis’ improved urgency at five-on-five and home-ice familiarity give them a narrow edge. Joel Hofer should stabilize the crease after a challenging month for the Blues defensively.
Projected score: St. Louis 4, Utah 3. With that projection, the recommended play is the Blues on the moneyline, supported by situational edges and improved five-on-five efficiency. The total leans over 6.5, given both teams’ recent concessions, pace profiles, and ability to create rush chances.
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Projected Final Score: St. Louis Blues 4, Utah Mammoth 3
Best Spread Pick: Blues ML
Total Lean: Over 6.5
