Upcoming Match Overview
The upcoming match between the Dallas Stars and the St. Louis Blues is expected to be a low-scoring affair, continuing a trend in their recent meetings. As both teams exhibit a deliberate style of play, predictions for their encounter on February 4 point towards another such matchup.
Recent Performance and Statistics
In the three games played this season between these two Central Division rivals, a total of 16 goals has been recorded, averaging around 5.33 goals per game, with two of those matches finishing below the betting line set at 5.5 goals. Notably, the games have seen an average of 44 shots on goal, with the highest recorded being 50, when St. Louis edged the shot count 26-24.
The slow pace of the game has been a defining characteristic for both teams; the Blues rank 27th in 5-on-5 tempo, with the Stars even lower at 31st. This lethargic style has contributed to their scoring difficulties, particularly for the Blues, who struggle in offense, currently sitting at 30th in goals scored per game. On the defensive side, the Stars are particularly effective, ranking fourth in goals conceded per game, which complicates things further for the Blues.
Interestingly, while the Blues have faced challenges in scoring, their recent performance shows strength in defense, placing them in the top six for shot suppression and expected goals against during their last ten games. For Dallas, who has seen their scoring rate fall to 28th for 5-on-5 play in the same stretch, creating scoring opportunities will be a considerable challenge.
Betting Insights
For those looking to make specific bets on this matchup, consider Miro Heiskanen’s performances at home, where he boasts an impressive 76% success rate in shot totals, averaging 2.4 shots on goal. Additionally, Jimmy Snuggerud has seen increased shot attempts, averaging 2.7 shots over his last ten games.
As for the betting lines, the odds currently favor the Stars significantly. The moneyline stands at Blues +185 against Stars -225, with a puck line of Blues +1.5 at -130 and Stars -1.5 at +110. The total goals line is set as well, with the over at -130 and under at +110, reflecting the expectation of a low-scoring game.
In their last ten encounters, seven have resulted in totals going under the set number, reinforcing expectations for a continued trend. Fans can tune in for the game at the American Airlines Center in Dallas at 9:30 p.m. ET, broadcast on TNT.
As always, remember that the odds are fluid and will change leading up to the game.
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