St. Louis Blues
Ottawa brings a four-win start and home-ice momentum into Tuesday, while St. Louis tries to turn a five-goal bounce-back against Columbus into consistency. The Senators are slight moneyline favorites, but their tight recent home wins invite puck-line scrutiny.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -102 OTT -118 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| DraftKings | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -105 OTT -115 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetMGM | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -105 OTT -115 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetRivers | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL +102 OTT -120 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| Fanatics | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -105 OTT -115 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| Bovada | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -105 OTT -115 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -103 OTT -111 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| LowVig.ag | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -103 OTT -111 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| MyBookie.ag | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -106 OTT -115 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetUS | STL +1.5 OTT -1.5 | STL -110 OTT -110 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| Caesars | — | STL -102 OTT -117 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
Injury Report
Lineup availability warrants a final check after Ottawa plays New Jersey on Monday night, the day before this matchup. Confirmed starters, scratches and any late injury decisions can materially change shot and scoring projections. In particular, Ottawa enters the game with short rest, while St. Louis last played Saturday. Avoid assuming a specific absence or goalie assignment before official game-day updates are released.
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Key Matchup Edge
Ottawa has generated a stronger early points haul and won its first two home dates, but St. Louis took both meetings last season. The Senators offensive skill and power-play finishing are the clearest home advantages; the biggest counterweight is Ottawa playing on consecutive nights after visiting New Jersey.
3 Things to Watch
- Ottawa second night of a back-to-back
- Blues defensive response after Columbus win
- First-period pace and special teams
Betting Breakdown
Ottawa hosts St. Louis on Tuesday night after opening 4-1-0 through its first five games, with wins at Toronto and Boston followed by two narrow home results. The Senators beat Philadelphia 2-1, then rallied from two goals down to defeat Nashville 3-2 in a shootout. Tim Stutzle led the early offense with four goals and four assists in five games, supplying a reliable high-end attacking option. St. Louis brings a 2-2-1 record and a more uneven profile. The Blues shut out Dallas 4-0 to start their schedule, but then dropped games at Colorado and Chicago, followed by an overtime loss to San Jose, before beating Columbus 5-3. That makes game script important: if Ottawa scores first, St. Louis may need to chase against a skilled transition attack. Yet the Senators are on the second night of a back-to-back after Monday at New Jersey, a meaningful situational factor before laying a substantial puck line. Early market quotes made Ottawa a slight moneyline favorite with the total around 5.5 goals. The stronger betting read is to balance Ottawa offensive form against fatigue and St. Louis capacity to keep this competitive.
St. Louis Betting Outlook
The Blues have already shown two very different versions of themselves. A 4-0 road shutout against Dallas demonstrated their ceiling, but six goals conceded at Colorado and four at Chicago exposed the danger of extended defensive-zone pressure. They returned home and lost 3-2 in overtime to San Jose before a 5-3 win over Columbus, when Dylan Holloway supplied three assists. At 1-2 away from St. Louis, this is another useful test of their travel form. Robert Thomas and the top forwards need controlled entries and sustained possession. With Ottawa coming off a Monday game, St. Louis has a rest advantage that matters most if it keeps the score close into the third period.
Ottawa Betting Outlook
Ottawa is off to a 4-1-0 start through five games and won its first two home dates, though both were one-goal contests. The Senators edged Philadelphia 2-1, then overturned a 2-0 deficit against Nashville and won in a shootout. Tim Stutzle was central to that recovery, contributing a goal and an assist before converting in the shootout. His eight points through five games illustrate the offensive threat facing the Blues. Ottawa has enough skill to justify favorite status, but its schedule is a major consideration: a road game at New Jersey on Monday precedes this Tuesday home matchup. Watch the goalie selection and whether Ottawa maintains its forecheck through the third period.
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— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) October 12, 2026
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— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) October 13, 2026
St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators FAQ
What is the current spread for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The current home spread is OTT -1.5, while the away spread is STL +1.5.
How far has the spread moved for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The spread opened at OTT -1.5 and is now OTT -1.5.
What is the current moneyline for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The current moneyline is STL -105 / OTT -115.
How far has the moneyline moved for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The moneyline opened at STL +110 / OTT -130 and is now STL -105 / OTT -115.
What is the current total for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The current total is 5.5.
How far has the total moved for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
The total opened at 5.5 and is now 5.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Current market signal: Market Steady.
Is the market taking the favorite in St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.
Is the total dropping for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Is the total rising for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Where to watch St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
You can watch this game on TSN5. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.
Where to stream St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
You can stream this game on ESPN+.
What is the best free prop bet for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Stephen Halliday Under 2.5 Shots on Goal
What is the biggest matchup edge for St. Louis Blues vs Ottawa Senators?
Ottawa has generated a stronger early points haul and won its first two home dates, but St. Louis took both meetings last season. The Senators offensive skill and power-play finishing are the clearest home advantages; the biggest counterweight is Ottawa playing on consecutive nights after visiting New Jersey.
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