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St. Louis Blues vs Los Angeles Kings Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 18, 2023 at 10:30 PM ET

Venue: crypto.com Arena — Los Angeles, CA

Article updated Nov 17, 5:38 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

However, the St. Louis Blues are no easy opponent and this Saturday night bout between the Kings and the Blues is set to be an enthralling matchup with high stake action. On

Game outlook

However, the St. Louis Blues are no easy opponent and this Saturday night bout between the Kings and the Blues is set to be an enthralling matchup with high stake action. On November 18th, the Los Angeles Kings and St. Louis Blues will go toe to toe in a nail-biting clash broadcasted on ESPN+, KCAL, and BSMW. The Kings are the bookies’ choice, opening at -185 moneyline, but this matchup has all the makings of a classic as both teams have demonstrated unbeatable records and an insatiable appetite for a win.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 11/18/2023 @ 10:30pm EST

Where: Crypto.com Arena Stadium Betting Odds Moneyline: Blues +170 | Kings -195

Spread: Blues +1.5 (-145) | Kings -1.5 (+125)

Total: Over/Under 6.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Los Angeles will win straight-up is 66%.

St. Louis Blues

Despite injuries to Josh Jacobs and Anton Malmstrom, the Blues have shown admirable resilience and put together impressive wins against Tampa Bay, Colorado and Arizona. Jordan Binnington has been instrumental in the team's defense with a .930 save percentage and 2.24 GAA, while Robert Thomas (17 points - 6 goals, 11 assists) leads the offense with help from Brayden Schenn and Pavel Buchnevich. The team has shown potential to upset powerful opponents, but must improve their power play percentage (currently 7.0) to be successful against the Kings. The St. Louis Blues have overcome a season speckled with injury challenges to boast an 5-5 record, ranking fifth in their division. They have put together a strong run of wins against Tampa Bay (5-0), Colorado (8-2) and Arizona (2-1). Ranking 25 in offense and seventh in defense, goal keeper Jordan Binnington's stellar performance has been essential, recording a .930 save percentage and 2.24 GAA. Robert Thomas (17 points - 6 goals, 11 assists) leads the offensive play, supported by Brayden Schenn and Pavel Buchnevich. While they have potential to upset even the toughest opponents, they must improve their power play percentage (currently 7.0) in order to challenge the Kings.

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Los Angeles Kings Analysis

The Kings boast an impressive 88.5% penalty kill efficiency rate, and have the potential for further improvement in their power play percentage of 19.7%. Cam Talbort has been a cornerstone of the team's defensive performance, with a .927 save percentage and a 2.11 GAA. Their offensive is led by Adrian Kempe, who has 16 points in seven goals and nine assists. The Kings are a strong opponent, with their offensive firepower and defensive security.

LA Kings Ready to Defy the Puck Line in Matchup Against St. Louis Blues

The Los Angeles Kings enter the matchup with a remarkable 3-5 record, and rank fourth in the NHL in goals scored with 58. Adrian Kempe and Kevin Fiala have been vital contributors to the Kings' dominance offensively, while Cam Talbot's .927 save percentage and 2.11 GAA fuel their ninth rank in goals allowed. Additionally, their penalty kill efficiency of 88.5% is fifth in the league. With their impressive offensive and defensive capabilities, the Kings are poised for a successful matchup against the St. Louis Blues, and should be favored according to the puck line.

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SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

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SportsJaw Blues vs Kings archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Blues vs Kings matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · St. Louis Blues+164 → +160Moved
  • Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings-185 → -188Moved
  • Spread · St. Louis Blues+1.5 (-142) → +1.5 (-150)Moved
  • Spread · Los Angeles Kings-1.5 (+120) → -1.5 (+130)Moved
  • Total · Over6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Under6.5 (-110) → 6.5 (-110)Unchanged

ATS and O/U trends

St. Louis Blues
5-5 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-6-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Los Angeles Kings
3-5 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-11-17T22:38:36.207Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

Despite injuries to Josh Jacobs and Anton Malmstrom, the Blues have shown admirable resilience and put together impressive wins against Tampa Bay, Colorado and Arizona. Jordan Binnington has been instrumental in the team's defense with a .930 save percentage and 2.24 GAA, while Robert Thomas (17 points - 6 goals, 11 assists) leads the offense with help from Brayden Schenn and Pavel Buchnevich. The team has shown potential to upset powerful opponents, but must improve their power play percentage (currently 7.0) to be successful against the Kings. The St. Louis Blues have overcome a season speckled with injury challenges to boast an 5-5 record, ranking fifth in their division. They have put together a strong run of wins against Tampa Bay (5-0), Colorado (8-2) and Arizona (2-1). Ranking 25 in offense and seventh in defense, goal keeper Jordan Binnington's stellar performance has been essential, recording a .930 save percentage and 2.24 GAA. Robert Thomas (17 points - 6 goals, 11 assists) leads the offensive play, supported by Brayden Schenn and Pavel Buchnevich. While they have potential to upset even the toughest opponents, they must improve their power play percentage (currently 7.0) in order to challenge the Kings.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-03-26St. Louis Blues 6 · Los Angeles Kings 7
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Los Angeles Kings defeated St. Louis Blues 5-1

Los Angeles Kings defeated St. Louis Blues 5-1 on November 18, 2023, a 4-goal decision in the series. Los Angeles Kings' strongest period was the 1st period, when it outscored its opponent 4-0. Against SportsJaw's recorded St. Louis Blues +1.5 (-150) spread, Los Angeles Kings covered, while the 6 combined goals finished under the recorded total of 6.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • 1188460207Total · Over 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • 1161344881Moneyline · Los Angeles Kings -198Win
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioMoneyline · St. Louis Blues +160Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Over 6.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkMoneyline · St. Louis Blues +160Loss
  • BooksworstnightmareMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -182Win
  • CoversMoneyline · Los Angeles Kings -184Win