The Enterprise Center will be buzzing Thursday night as the St. Louis Blues, riding an impressive 10-game winning streak, host the Pittsburgh Penguins in what could be a tale of two very different seasons colliding.
While Jordan Binnington and the Blues' rock-solid defense have surrendered just 14 goals in their last 10 games, propelling them into wild card contention, Sidney Crosby's Penguins continue to struggle with a leaky defense that's allowing 3.57 goals per game.
The contrast couldn't be more stark as the Blues' suffocating defensive unit, anchored by Philip Broberg and Justin Faulk, looks to shut down a top-heavy Penguins attack in this St. Louis Blues vs Pittsburgh Penguins matchup.
St. Louis Blues vs. Pittsburgh Penguins prediction: who will win?
For tonight's St. Louis Blues vs Pittsburgh Penguins matchup, our predictive model gives the Blues an 82.5% chance of defeating the Pens.
Pre-game probabilities
St. Louis Blues
Moneyline
Win %
82.5%
17.5%
Pittsburgh Penguins
St. Louis Blues: 82.5% win probability
- Red-hot form (5 consecutive wins, perfect WWWWW recent form)
- Impressive offensive output (231 goals scored this season)
- Strong position in Western Conference standings (8th place with 89 points)
Pittsburgh Penguins: 17.5% win probability
- Poor defensive record (274 goals conceded, among the worst in Eastern Conference)
- Inconsistent recent performances (WLLLW form shows struggles to maintain momentum)
- Road game disadvantage (13th in Eastern Conference with just 71 points)
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St. Louis Blues vs. Pittsburgh Penguins preview
The red-hot St. Louis Blues, riding an impressive 10-game winning streak, welcome the struggling Pittsburgh Penguins to Enterprise Center for what could be a clash of defensive styles on Thursday night.
While the Blues have clawed their way into a Western Conference wild card spot thanks to their stifling defense allowing just 14 goals in their last 10 games, the Penguins have floundered near the bottom of the Metropolitan Division despite Sidney Crosby's continued excellence.
Jordan Binnington has been a wall in net for St. Louis with a 2.66 GAA, while Pittsburgh's porous defense (3.57 goals against per game) has undermined their season.
The Blues' formidable defensive unit, anchored by Philip Broberg and Justin Faulk, will look to frustrate a Penguins attack that musters just 2.89 goals per game.
Pittsburgh's lone bright spot might be their power play, converting at an impressive 24.26% clip, though they'll face a stern test against the disciplined Blues.
Jordan Kyrou and Dylan Holloway lead St. Louis's somewhat top-heavy offensive attack that, much like Pittsburgh's, relies heavily on its stars to generate scoring.
The Penguins did manage a 1-0 shutout win in their last outing against Ottawa, suggesting they might have found some defensive footing, but replicating that against the surging Blues presents a whole different challenge.
Expect a tight, low-scoring affair where special teams opportunities could ultimately determine which team skates away with the two points.
St. Louis Blues vs. Pittsburgh Penguins form
St. Louis Blues vs. Pittsburgh Penguins head to head
St. Louis Blues
17%
Pittsburgh Penguins
83%
Mar 13, 2025
Pittsburgh Penguins
5 : 3
St. Louis Blues
Dec 31, 2023
Pittsburgh Penguins
4 : 2
St. Louis Blues
Oct 22, 2023
St. Louis Blues
4 : 2
Pittsburgh Penguins
Feb 25, 2023
St. Louis Blues
2 : 3
Pittsburgh Penguins
Dec 4, 2022
Pittsburgh Penguins
6 : 2
St. Louis Blues
Mar 18, 2022
St. Louis Blues
2 : 3
Pittsburgh Penguins
