Roope Hintz’s Impact This NHL Season
Roope Hintz is making a strong impact this NHL season, boasting an impressive near point-per-game average. Recently, he has managed to secure eight points in just his last nine appearances, suggesting he is in formidable form. As the Dallas Stars prepare to face the St. Louis Blues, many anticipate Hintz will continue his scoring trend against a team he has historically performed well against.
Matchup Expectations
Examining the matchup for Tuesday, January 27, my expectations for the game favor Hintz receiving over 0.5 points (-145) based on his recent head-to-head success against the Blues. He has scored in four of the last five encounters between the two teams, accumulating a total of eight points during that stretch. Given his current rest, which has seen him accumulate eight points in eight games following two days off, it is reasonable to presume he will maintain this scoring momentum. In fact, he has found the scoresheet in four of five similar situations this season.
Blues’ Struggles and Opportunities
The Blues’ struggles this season are noteworthy; currently, they sit at a dismal 28th for goals allowed, and their goaltending issues have compounded the problem. Particularly concerning is their performance on the penalty kill, where they rank 29th. This weakness presents a significant opportunity for the Stars, who hold an excellent power-play percentage at 29.1%, ranking second in the league.
Same-Game Parlay Suggestions
A same-game parlay bet could also pay off well, with Miro Heiskanen showing promise against lower-ranked teams. He has faced off against teams in the Bottom 5 for shots allowed to defensemen in ten encounters, achieving more than one shot on goal in seven of those games, including a recent two-shot performance against the Blues. Moreover, Mikko Rantanen has been particularly effective against the Blues, having scored 11 goals in his last ten matchups. Considering their ongoing challenges in goal, he is an excellent candidate for scoring again.
Proposed Same-Game Parlay
For the game, I propose the following same-game parlay:
- Roope Hintz Over 0.5 points
- Miro Heiskanen Over 1.5 shots
- Mikko Rantanen anytime goalscorer
Game Odds and Details
As for the odds leading into the game:
- Moneyline: Stars +130 | Blues -150
- Puck Line: Stars -1.5 (+160) | Blues +1.5 (-190)
- Over/Under: Over 5.5 (-115) | Under 5.5 (-105)
Roope Hintz has shown scoring prowess on the road too, with points in 13 of his last 20 games away from home. Fans can look forward to the matchup taking place at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO, with puck drop scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET, broadcasted on ESPN Select and Hulu. Following the modifications in odds, this information remains accurate as of the time of publishing; however, they are subject to change.
Final Note
Readers are encouraged to check for updated injury reports before placing bets. This content was originally published on Covers.com; visit their site for the complete article and analysis.
