NHL Playoffs Game 5: Odds, Analysis, and Prediction for Blues versus Jets
The St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets are set to face off in Game 5 of their NHL first round series on Thursday, April 18. The game will be held at Bell MTS Place, Winnipeg, MB, CA, and will be televised by NHL.
Currently, the Jets are considered favourites with betting odds of -125, while the Blues are underdogs with odds of +105. This is a reflection of the teams' recent performances. The Jets have won their last two games against St. Louis, after losing the first two at home. However, the Blues have a 4-1 record in the last 5 meetings in Winnipeg.
The Jets' face-off win percentage stands at 50.7%, and they have a 24.8% power play. The Blues, on the other hand, have a face-off win percentage of 51.4% and a power play of 21.1%. The Blues have also recorded 4 shutouts in their recent games.
The Blues' shots against average is 33.4, and their goals against average is 3.0. The Jets' shots against average and goals against average are not specified in the provided information. The Jets' penalty kills percentage is also not mentioned.
The Blues have had a strong season, with key players like Jimmy Snuggerud and Dalibor Dvorsky showing promising performances. Snuggerud, who made a promising NHL debut, is considered a strong candidate for the Calder Award nomination in the 2025/26 season. He is highlighted as the top prospect with NHL experience and significant upside, making him the prime candidate for the Calder nomination.
The Jets, despite their recent wins, have had a less consistent run, with a 3-7 record in their last 10 overall games as home team. They have a 2-5 record in their last 7 games as a favourite.
The winner of Game 5 will have momentum heading into the final matches of the series. The Blues have a 6-2 record in their last 8 games versus the Western Conference and a 4-0 record in their last 4 games as underdogs.
As the series reaches a crucial point, both teams will be looking to capitalise on their strengths and overcome their weaknesses. The game promises to be an exciting one, with both teams eager to take the lead and secure their place in the next round.
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