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St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth Picks and Predictions – January 9, 2026
The St. Louis Blues head to Salt Lake City for a Friday night clash against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. Puck drops at 9:00 p.m. ET, with Utah sitting as a -171 home favorite. The Blues are +143 on the road and looking to snap a rough patch, while Utah tries to stay hot and defend home ice.
St. Louis comes in clinging to Wild Card hopes, but they’ve lost five of their last seven and are starting to show cracks at both ends. Utah, on the other hand, continues its steady rise in the West and has quietly become one of the better structured teams at even strength. This game sets up as a prove-it spot for the Mammoth and a desperation point for the Blues.
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St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth Odds
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| Team | Moneyline | Puck Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Blues | +143 | +1.5 (-160) | O 6.5 (-110) |
| Utah Mammoth | -171 | -1.5 (+135) | U 6.5 (-110) |
St. Louis Blues Betting Form
The Blues have been inconsistent at best. Over their last 10, they’ve gone just 4-6 straight up and are losing ground in the Central. Their 5-on-5 play has slipped, especially defensively — they’re getting stuck in their zone too often and aren’t recovering pucks quickly enough to flip play. Jordan Binnington has been serviceable, but he’s not stealing games the way he used to.
Scoring depth is still an issue, and the power play remains middle-of-the-road. Combine that with a penalty kill that’s trending downward, and it’s no surprise the Blues are struggling to close tight games. Availability matters here, so monitor the St. Louis Blues injury report before puck drop. You can also view the latest St. Louis Blues stats and results to gauge form.
Utah Mammoth Betting Form
Utah continues to look like a team ahead of schedule. They’ve won six of their last eight and are now firmly in the playoff picture. At home, the Mammoth are a tough out — their structure, pace, and commitment to defense under pressure are setting them apart. They’ve also been winning the special teams battle more often than not, which could be decisive here.
Goaltending has been a real strength, with both netminders posting above-average numbers. Offensively, they’re not flashy but they execute — strong cycle game, enough skill on the top two lines, and a power play that can cash in when needed. Still, check the Utah Mammoth injury report for any late changes. You can also track the full Utah Mammoth schedule and stats heading into this one.
St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth Matchup Breakdown
This isn’t a great stylistic matchup for St. Louis. Utah plays a controlled, low-event style that tends to frustrate teams who lack transition speed and puck-moving defense — which fits the Blues to a tee.
- Utah’s edge in expected goals and 5-on-5 suppression is significant
- The Blues’ PK unit has been bleeding lately, while Utah’s PP is quietly top-10
- Binnington may keep it close, but Utah has the edge in net too
- Mammoth have more rest and are at home — tough to ignore that setup
From a totals perspective, 6.5 feels a bit high unless the game script breaks early. Both teams lean to the Under when playing tight games or facing solid goaltending. If Utah controls pace, this could turn into a 3–2 type of game.
This is a good example of how structure, rest, and special teams all add up — core principles you’ll find in any sharp NHL betting guide.
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St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth Predictions and Best Bets
I lean Utah here on the moneyline despite the price. -171 isn’t ideal, but when you break down the matchup edges — better special teams, stronger goaltending, and a more consistent team defense — it’s justified. I wouldn’t stretch to the puck line unless you’re looking for a small plus-money shot.
The total is trickier. If Binnington plays well and Utah slows the game down, the Under 6.5 is very live. But if the Blues get behind early, we could see them open up and chase — which is where overs sometimes sneak through.
Still, the highest-confidence angle is simply backing the better team at home with rest and momentum.
Best Bet: Utah Mammoth moneyline (-171).
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