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St. Louis Blues vs Boston Bruins Betting Preview
St. Louis Blues (14-12-2) host the Boston Bruins (20-7-3) on Tuesday night in Missouri. The Bruins won the first meeting 5-2 on Dec. 4, powered by Morgan Geekie’s three-point performance. Geekie has scored 10 goals in his last nine games, making him a focal point for St. Louis in this rematch.
Line Movement and Odds
- St. Louis Blues Spread: +1.5
- Boston Bruins Spread: -1.5
- Total: 6.0
Boston opened as a road favorite, with totals set near 6 goals. Track real-time shifts on the NHL Odds page.
Matchup Breakdown
St. Louis Blues Outlook
St. Louis rebounded from its loss in Boston with wins over Ottawa and Montreal. Injuries to Jimmy Snuggerud, Nathan Walker, Alexey Toropchenko, and Jordan Kyrou have forced lineup shuffling, but Brayden Schenn has emphasized team effort. Pavel Buchnevich and Dylan Holloway have picked up their scoring pace, helping the Blues stay competitive despite missing key forwards.
Boston Bruins Outlook
Boston continues to ride Morgan Geekie’s hot streak, with 22 goals in 30 games. Pavel Zacha and Viktor Arvidsson also contributed in the earlier win over St. Louis, while Joonas Korpisalo made 37 saves. The Bruins have won two straight, including a 4-1 victory over New Jersey, and remain one of the league’s most balanced teams offensively and defensively.
Key Matchup / Path to Victory
Geekie’s scoring surge against St. Louis’ injury-depleted forward group is the key storyline. The Blues must limit Boston’s top scorers and rely on depth contributions, while the Bruins look to continue their offensive rhythm and capitalize on defensive breakdowns.
Injuries / Availability
St. Louis: Jimmy Snuggerud, Nathan Walker, Alexey Toropchenko (out); Jordan Kyrou (leg) questionable.
Boston: Full roster available.
Betting Trends
- Boston has won two straight games.
- St. Louis has won back-to-back games after losing in Boston.
- Boston won the first meeting 5-2 on Dec. 4.
Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Boston 4, St. Louis 2
- Pick: Boston -1.5. The Bruins’ offensive depth should prevail against the Blues’ shorthanded lineup.
- Total: Under 6.0. Injuries for St. Louis and Boston’s defensive structure point to a modest total.
Expect Boston to secure another win over St. Louis, with Geekie continuing his scoring surge and the Bruins’ balanced attack proving too much.
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