St. Louis Blues vs New Jersey Devils: NHL Betting Outlook and Goal Total Angles

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Conversely, if recent Blues games at home have stayed low scoring with strong goaltending metrics, and if New Jersey faces travel fatigue or a back-to-back spot, under backers may find a better case. The puck line will usually show the home side around -1.5 at a plus price, but this can be vulnerable in tightly contested, one-goal scenarios and late empty-net swings.

Before placing any wager, bettors should confirm starting goalies, current line combinations, power-play units, and late injury news, especially for top forwards and key defencemen. It is also important to review book-specific rules for total goals and overtime, including whether shootout goals count toward the total, and to check account limits and any restrictions on NHL sides or totals.

A fast early goal, an injury to a starting goalie, or an early major penalty can quickly derail a lean toward a particular total, while unexpected lineup scratches or a heavy recent travel schedule could shift the balance toward a lower-tempo game.