St. Louis Blues
St. Louis visits Nashville after a 5-4 defeat in Minnesota, while the Predators have dropped three straight. With the Blues narrowly favored and both defenses allowing chances, the goaltending matchup could swing the market.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -113 NSH -106 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| DraftKings | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH -105 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| BetMGM | STL +1.5 NSH -1.5 | STL -115 NSH -105 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetRivers | STL +1.5 NSH -1.5 | STL -110 NSH -108 | O 5.5 U 5.5 |
| Fanatics | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH -105 | O 6.5 U 6.5 |
| Bovada | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH -105 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetOnline.ag | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH +101 | O 6 U 6 |
| LowVig.ag | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH +101 | O 6 U 6 |
| MyBookie.ag | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -112 NSH -109 | O 6 U 6 |
| BetUS | STL -1.5 NSH +1.5 | STL -115 NSH -105 | O 6 U 6 |
| Caesars | — | STL -110 NSH -107 | O 6 U 6 |
Injury Report
St. Louis forward Pavel Buchnevich returned home for the birth of his child, with his availability for this game awaiting a team update. Dillon Dube is sidelined by a neck injury, while Alexey Toropchenko and defensemen Logan Mailloux, Tyler Tucker and Torey Krug have been listed as injured. Nashville recently listed goaltender Justus Annunen, forward Mavrik Bourque and defenseman William Trudeau as injured. Confirm final lineups and starting goaltenders before betting.
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Key Matchup Edge
St. Louis has scored 25 goals in seven games, compared with Nashville's 18, giving the visitors an offensive production edge. Yet the Blues have conceded 23 and just surrendered five in Minnesota. Nashville can offset that edge if its top line wins special-teams minutes and limits transition chances.
3 Things to Watch
- Buchnevich availability and Blues forward combinations
- Starting goalies and early rebound control
- Stamkos power-play chances against St. Louis
Betting Breakdown
St. Louis and Nashville meet Saturday at Bridgestone Arena with each team trying to steady an uneven opening stretch. The Blues are 3-3-1 after a 5-4 setback against Minnesota. They showed late offensive resilience, but repeated odd-man rushes and defensive mistakes left too much work to do. Their 25 goals through seven games are a meaningful edge over Nashville's 18, though conceding 23 creates risk for bettors laying a road price. The Predators sit 2-2-3 following a 3-2 shootout loss to San Jose, their third consecutive defeat. Steven Stamkos has supplied four goals and eight points, giving Nashville a reliable focal point for attacking chances. The opening reference market makes St. Louis only a narrow favorite, with a 5.5-goal total; those numbers can change before puck drop. Nashville won three of four meetings last season, including both home games, while St. Louis has generated frequent power-play success in the broader series. Watch the confirmed goalies, Buchnevich's status and special-teams opportunities before deciding whether the better angle lies with the side or goals.
St. Louis Betting Outlook
The Blues have won twice in their past three outings, beating Columbus 5-3 and Ottawa 7-2 before losing 5-4 at Minnesota. That stretch highlights their offensive ceiling and the dangers of backing them without considering defensive volatility. Mason McTavish has provided timely scoring, while Robert Thomas remains a key distributor and owns a strong recent scoring record against Nashville. The Blues have scored on the power play in nine of their previous eleven meetings with the Predators, making special teams an actionable matchup variable. Pavel Buchnevich's availability also matters for forward depth. St. Louis is competitive on the moneyline, but a multigoal victory requires cleaner defensive execution.
Nashville Betting Outlook
Nashville returns home after consecutive losses to Ottawa, Vegas and San Jose, with two of those games requiring a shootout or overtime context. The Predators have scored only 18 goals across seven games, which puts pressure on their leading offensive players to deliver. Steven Stamkos has four goals and eight points and recently scored a late equalizer against the Sharks. Ryan O'Reilly and Jonathan Marchessault provide veteran support, while Filip Forsberg adds another dangerous finishing option. The Predators took both home meetings with St. Louis last season, offering some matchup encouragement. Their underdog case improves if Juuse Saros settles the crease and the defense limits second chances.
Latest Team Buzz
The comeback falls just short. #stlblues https://t.co/kSsvKM2PS6
— St. Louis Blues (@StLouisBlues) October 16, 2026
Fought back for a point https://t.co/HwqqOnVIXu
— Nashville Predators (@PredsNHL) October 16, 2026
St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators FAQ
What is the current spread for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The current home spread is NSH +1.5, while the away spread is STL -1.5.
How far has the spread moved for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The spread opened at NSH -1.5 and is now NSH +1.5.
What is the current moneyline for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The current moneyline is STL -115 / NSH -105.
How far has the moneyline moved for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The moneyline opened at STL -105 / NSH -115 and is now STL -115 / NSH -105.
What is the current total for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The current total is 5.5.
How far has the total moved for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
The total opened at 5.5 and is now 5.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
Current market signal: Market Steady.
Is the market taking the favorite in St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
Current market signal: Dog Taking Support.
Is the total dropping for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Is the total rising for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Where to watch St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
You can watch this game on The Spot - Nashville 28. For the latest broadcast details, see Where to Watch.
Where to stream St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
You can stream this game on PredsTV.
What is the best free prop bet for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
Adam Jiricek Over 1.5 Shots on Goal
What is the biggest matchup edge for St. Louis Blues vs Nashville Predators?
St. Louis has scored 25 goals in seven games, compared with Nashville's 18, giving the visitors an offensive production edge. Yet the Blues have conceded 23 and just surrendered five in Minnesota. Nashville can offset that edge if its top line wins special-teams minutes and limits transition chances.
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