St. Louis Blues vs Carolina Hurricanes Prediction 4-12-24 Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Hurricanes vs Blues prediction for this NHL showdown on Friday, April 12th at the Enterprise Center. We will take a look at: 

-The Carolina Hurricanes recent form and recent player performance

-The St Louis Blues recent form and recent player performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Hurricanes and Blues. 

Hurricanes Have Won Three Games in a Row

The Hurricanes have won three games in a row, and over the three games they have given up only three goals total. In the last game against the Boston Bruins, they were able to secure a 4-1 victory. The Hurricanes are averaging 3.35 goals while their defense is giving up 2.54 goals per game The offense is ranked 8th in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. Sebastian Aho has scored 35 goals and added 42 assists. 

Blues Coming Off Big Win

The Blues faced off against the Chicago Blackhawks in the last game, and they were able to secure a 5-2 victory. Jordan Kyrou has a strong game, scoring two goals. Zachary Bolduc scored a goal and added an assist. The Blues are averaging 2.87 goals, while their pitching is giving up 3.05 runs per game. The offense is ranked 24th in the league, while the defense is ranked 166th in the league. Robert Thomas has scored 25 goals and added 48 assists so far this season. 

St. Louis Blues Team Facts

• The Blues have won each of their last five games as home underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The Blues have covered the puck line in each of their last seven games as home underdogs.
• The Blues have won the second period in each of their last five games as home underdogs against Metropolitan Division opponents.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Blues’ last three night games.

Carolina Hurricanes Team Facts

• The Hurricanes have won eight of their last nine night games following a road win.
• The favorites have covered the puck line in five of the Hurricanes’ last six games.
• The ‘Over 1.5 Goals Period 1′ market has hit in each of the Hurricanes’ last six Friday games.
• The Hurricanes have won the second period in nine of their last 10 games following a road win.

Hurricanes vs Blues Prediction

The Blues are coming off a big win, but this game is going to be different. The Hurricanes are averaging 3.35 goals, and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. The Blues are averaging only 2.87 goals per game, and they are going to really struggle to get the offense going here. The Hurricanes are going to score at least four goals and this will be a comfortable victory. Back the Hurricanes on the money line.