- The Blues are a -1.5 goal favorite vs. the Devils
- Devils vs. Blues Total (Over/Under): 5.5 goals
- TV Channel: FDMW | MSG
The New Jersey Devils (28-29) visit Enterprise Center to take on the St. Louis Blues (21-28) on Feb. 28 in St. Louis, MO. The puck drop is scheduled for 5:00 pm.
The Blues are betting favorites in this NHL hockey matchup, with the puck line sitting at -1.5 (+210).
The Devils vs. Blues Over/Under is 5.5 total goals.
Devils vs. Blues Odds, Spread, Over/Under:
| Spread (Puck line) | Total (O/U) | 2-Way Moneyline | |
| Devils | +1.5 -285 | 5.5 -102 | -110 |
| Blues | -1.5 +210 | 5.5 -118 | -110 |
Devils vs Blues Prediction:
The winning team model predicts the Devils will win this game with 51.9% confidence, based on game simulations, offensive and defensive matchups, and recent game results.
Devils vs Blues Spread Prediction:
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts the Devils will cover the spread with 51.6% confidence.
This prediction against the spread factors in ATS performance for both teams, opening and current betting lines, plus public and sharp money already wagered on this matchup.
NHL Odds at the BetMGM Sportsbook
Devils Best Bets & Trends
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 1P Game Total Under in 18 of their last 25 games (+10.85 Units / 41% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the Game Total Under in 18 of their last 25 games (+10.45 Units / 38% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 2P Game Total Under in 15 of their last 25 away games (+10.25 Units / 35% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have covered the 1P Puck Line in 6 of their last 8 away games (+4.25 Units / 34% ROI)
- The New Jersey Devils have hit the 3P Game Total Over in 7 of their last 12 away games (+3.40 Units / 21% ROI)
Blues Best Bets & Trends
- The St. Louis Blues have hit the 2P Game Total Over in 11 of their last 15 games (+9.80 Units / 55% ROI)
- The St. Louis Blues have hit the 1P Game Total Over in 15 of their last 20 games (+9.00 Units / 36% ROI)
- The St. Louis Blues have covered the 1P Puck Line in 17 of their last 25 games at home (+8.85 Units / 22% ROI)
- The St. Louis Blues have covered the Puck Line in 8 of their last 9 games at home (+7.80 Units / 52% ROI)
- The St. Louis Blues have hit the Game Total Over in 6 of their last 7 games (+6.10 Units / 84% ROI)
Devils Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Devils are 19-40 against the spread this NHL season (-27.8 Units / -32.34% ROI).
- Devils are 28-31 when betting on the Moneyline for -6.4 Units /-8.77% ROI
- Devils are 22-36 when betting the Over for -17.8 Units / -27.15% ROI
- Devils are 36-22 when betting the Under for +12.35 Units /19.03% ROI
Blues Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Blues are 29-29 against the spread this NHL season (-9 Units /-9.19% ROI).
- Blues are 21-37 when betting on the Moneyline for -17.65 Units / -27.3% ROI
- Blues are 29-27 when betting the Over for -0.35 Units / -0.55% ROI
- Blues are 27-29 when betting the Under for -5.05 Units / -7.81% ROI
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions for for Blues vs Devils
| Player Name | Odds to Score a Goal |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou (StL) | +200 |
| Nico Hischier (NJ) | +210 |
| Timo Meier (NJ) | +225 |
| Pavel Buchnevich (StL) | +240 |
| Dylan Holloway (STL) | +260 |
| Jesper Bratt (NJ) | +310 |
Points Per Game Predictions for Blues vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Timo Meier (NJ) | 0.5 +100 | 0.5 -135 |
| Jimmy Snuggerud (STL) | 0.5 +120 | 0.5 -160 |
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 0.5 -250 | 0.5 +180 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 0.5 +140 | 0.5 -190 |
| Jordan Kyrou (STL) | 0.5 -175 | 0.5 +130 |
Shots on Goal Predictions for Blues vs Devils
| Player Name | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Hughes (NJ) | 3.5 -115 | 3.5 -118 |
| Dawson Mercer (NJ) | 1.5 -135 | 1.5 +100 |
| Jordan Kyrou (STL) | 2.5 -145 | 2.5 +105 |
| Connor Brown (NJ) | 1.5 -118 | 1.5 -115 |
| Nico Hischier (NJ) | 2.5 -125 | 2.5 -110 |
Devils: Keys to the Game vs. Blues
The Devils were 17-12 (.586) when tied after the first period last season — 9th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Devils are 1-16 (.059) when allowing 4 or more non-shootout goals this season — 8th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .124
The Devils were 34-3 (.919) when leading after the second period last season — 7th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: .852
The Devils are 1-19 (.050) when trailing after the second period this season — 4th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .136
Blues: Keys to the Game vs. Devils
The Blues are 20-36 (.357) this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blues are 4-34 (.105) when allowing 3 or more non-shootout goals this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .288
The Blues are 10-16 (.385) when winning the xG advantage this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .627
The Blues are 62-74 (.456) since the start of the 2024-25 season — 9th lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
Devils Offensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have scored on 8% of second chance opportunities this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 16%
The Devils had 0.6 rush chances per game while shorthanded last season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.4
The Devils scored on 5% of rush chances while trailing last season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 10%
The Devils averaged 15.9 high danger chances per game last season — 7th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 15.0
Blues Offensive Stats & Trends
The Blues are 20-36 (.357) this season — 2nd lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .500
The Blues have averaged 2.67 expected goals per game this season — tied for lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.07
The Blues primary assisted on 6 goals in 4v4 situations last season — most among NHL Teams
The Blues have scored on 7% of second chance opportunities in the first period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 17%
Devils Defensive Stats & Trends
The Devils have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Devils have allowed 154 forecheck chances this season — 7th most among NHL Teams
The Devils allowed 0.7 goals per game in the first period last season — tied for 2nd best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.9
The Devils allowed 2.92 expected goals per game last season — 10th best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 3.14
Blues Defensive Stats & Trends
The Blues have a .769 slot save percentage in the second period this season — lowest among NHL Teams; League Avg: .833
The Blues have allowed 0.0 goals per game while their opponent is shorthanded this season — tied for best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 0.1
The Blues have allowed opponents to score on 43% of second chance opportunities against the power play this season — highest among NHL Teams; League Avg: 20%
The Blues have allowed 1.6 rush chances per game while tied this season — best among NHL Teams; League Avg: 2.4
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