Detroit vs St. Louis Prediction 31 October 2026
🔊 Detroit Red Wings return home riding a two-game winning streak. Even the ongoing suspension of Dylan Larkin hasn’t slowed down Todd McLellan’s side, as they continue to pick up points. St. Louis Blues also deserve some credit: after back-to-back shutout losses, the Blues bounced back with a surprise win over one of the Eastern Conference powerhouses. Last season, head-to-head clashes between these teams turned into high-scoring shootouts. Should we expect another goal fest this time around?
Seventeen goals between them
📊 Last season, the Detroit Red Wings defeated the St. Louis Blues twice. Both encounters took place at the end of October, with the teams combining for 17 goals across those two games. It was a particularly tough matchup for the Blues-despite their offensive output, they couldn’t manage to secure a win. Now, Jim Montgomery’s side have a chance to settle the score and make amends for last year’s setbacks.
Head-to-head statistics Detroit - St. Louis
Without a captain, but still winning
Detroit Red Wings have claimed victory in four of their last six games and are steadily closing in on the playoff spots in the Eastern Conference. Their recent road trip was also a success: the team earned points in three out of four games. However, things are far from calm within the club. Dylan Larkin is suspended without pay, while Kasper, Appleton, and Albert Johansson remain sidelined with injuries. Disciplinary issues persist as well-on average, the Red Wings take 3.9 penalties per game.
Yet, the absence of their captain didn’t seem to faze Detroit against Chicago. The Red Wings conceded first, but then responded with four unanswered goals to secure a 4-1 win. Viktor Arvidsson was the standout performer, notching a hat-trick and adding an assist. John Gibson made 18 saves, including a key stop on Frank Nazar’s penalty shot in the second period. This marks Detroit’s fifth comeback victory of the season. It appears that off-ice troubles have only brought the team closer together.
Match Results: Detroit Red Wings
The silence has finally been broken.
St. Louis have picked up 13 points from 13 games, but until recently, they looked like a team that had forgotten how to score. Back-to-back home losses to Carolina and Montreal saw them fail to find the net even once. The defeat to the Canadiens was especially frustrating: despite firing 46 shots on goal, they came up empty. Another issue is their second-period production-on average, the Blues manage just 0.85 goals in the middle frame. With numbers like that, it’s tough to expect consistent wins.
However, Boston paid the price for the Blues’ recent struggles. After conceding early in the first period, St. Louis responded with four unanswered goals to secure a 4-1 victory. Robert Thomas and Philip Broberg each tallied three points, while Joel Hofer turned aside 31 shots. The hosts struck twice on the power play, ending their extended scoring drought with the man advantage. After the game, Jim Montgomery noted that his squad is gradually returning to the style of play he wants to see.
Match Results: St. Louis Blues
First Period Prediction
St. Louis Blues have scored at least once in the opening period in 9 of their last 10 NHL road games. Detroit Red Wings, meanwhile, concede an average of 1.13 goals in the first period when playing at home. Given these trends, a well-founded pick is St. Louis Blues Individual Total Over 0.5 Goals in the First Period at odds of 1.51.
Match Outcome Prediction
Detroit Red Wings have avoided defeat in regulation time in 8 of their last 9 games. This run supports a bet on them not to lose, without necessarily requiring a home win-a draw in regulation would also suffice. We’re backing a double chance on Detroit Red Wings in regulation time at odds of 1.51.
Reliable Bet
In 17 of Detroit Red Wings’ last 18 home games in the NHL, the opening period has featured under 2.5 goals. On average, Detroit Red Wings score just 0.63 goals in the first period at home, while St. Louis Blues average 0.83 goals in the opening frame on the road. The under 2.5 goals in the first period market at odds of 1.27 looks like a solid pick.
*Odds are approximate and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐️ Editor’s Prediction
Detroit Red Wings have plenty of reasons to feel optimistic right now. With four wins in their last six games, a strong run on the road, and a recent rout of Chicago, the Red Wings are proving they can overcome roster challenges. They’ve also scored at least three goals in four of their last five outings. St. Louis Blues may have just snapped their scoreless streak, but those recent losses to Carolina and Montreal still loom large. Last season’s head-to-head meetings also favor the hosts: Detroit put up at least five goals against the Blues in both matchups. It’s hard to see the visitors containing the Red Wings’ offense for long. My pick: Detroit Red Wings over 2.5 goals (team total).
Will this prediction come true?
No comments
Betting Tips: Detroit Red Wings - St. Louis Blues
in 10 of last 11 home games (NHL).in 9 of last 10 games.in 8 of last 9 games (NHL).
in 8 of last 9 games.in 7 of last 8 games (NHL).
in 15 of last 17 away games (NHL).in 7 of last 8 games against St. Louis Blues (NHL).in last 12 games.in last 11 games (NHL).in last 7 home games (NHL).
Other predictions
