St. Louis Blues vs Anaheim Ducks Picks and Predictions March 16th 2025

St. Louis Blues vs Anaheim Ducks March 16th 2025

The Ducks and Blues are set to face off at 8:00 ET on ESPN+. The Blues will host the game at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 5.5 goals, and the Blues are -1.5 goal favorite to win at home against the Ducks.

Anaheim vs. St. Louis Key Information

• Teams: Ducks at Blues
• Where: Enterprise Center St. Louis
• Date: Sunday, March 16th
• Betting Odds STL -175 | ANA +145 O/U 5.5

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The Ducks Can Win If…

Anaheim fell to 29-30-7 after a 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. The Ducks, favored by -1.5 goals, failed to cover the puck line. The total for the game was set at 6.5 goals, but the combined score of 6 fell just short.

The Ducks trailed 3-0 before scoring their first goal. Brock McGinn got Anaheim on the board at 10:16 in the third period, and Mason McTavish added a goal with just four seconds left.

Anaheim’s offense was held scoreless until the third period in their 4-2 loss to the Blackhawks. Brock McGinn netted his second goal of the season, while Mason McTavish added another, also his second, on a power play with just four seconds left in the game.

The Ducks fired 39 shots on goal but struggled with giveaways, committing 16. Ryan Strome earned his fourth assist of the season, and Troy Terry picked up his fifth assist on McTavish’s late power-play goal.

Anaheim’s defense struggled early, allowing the first three goals in their 4-2 loss to Chicago. Two of those came on the power play, and another was scored at 17:43 in the 3rd period. Lukas Dostal made 25 saves with a save percentage of 86.2%.

• Anaheim has put together a record of 1-2 in their last three games (regular season). Against the spread, they have a strong mark of 2-1 along with an over-under record of 1-2.
• The Ducks have gone 4-6 over their last ten regular season games. Their record against the puck line in this stretch is 8-2 to go along with an over-under mark of 5-5.

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The Blues Can Win If…

St. Louis improved to 32-28-7 with a 4-2 win over the Maple Leafs. The Blues covered the puck line as underdogs, and the total was set at 6 goals, resulting in a push. They fell behind early, giving up a goal at 5:25 in the first period, but responded with four unanswered goals.

Three different players scored for the Blues, with Colton Parayko leading the way with two goals. St. Louis tied the game at 3:29 in the second period and took the lead at 8:08. Pavel Buchnevich added an empty-net goal with 0:39 left to secure the win.

Colton Parayko led the Blues’ offense with two goals, bringing his season total to three. He also added his fifth assist on Pavel Buchnevich’s fourth goal of the season, which came on an empty net with 39 seconds left in the game. Jordan Kyrou scored his third goal of the season, finding the net at the 11:52 mark of the second period.

After a scoreless first period, the Blues netted three goals in the second, with Parayko’s second goal coming at 7:27. St. Louis took 24 shots on goal and recorded 14 giveaways in the game.

Defensively, the Blues allowed the first goal just 5:25 into the game but gave up only one more, which came late in the 3rd period. Jordan Binnington had a strong performance, making 35 saves with a 94.6% save percentage. The Blues’ defense also recorded 17 hits and 3 takeaways.

• Over their last three regular season games, the Blues have gone 1-2 straight up. They have held up well vs the puck line in these matchups, going 2-1 as well as an over-under record of 2-1.
• Across St. Louis’s last ten regular season games, their record sits at 7-3. Their record vs the puck line sits at 7-3 in these matchups, while posting a 6-4 over-under mark.

The Lean

When thinking about a moneyline wager in this game, our evaluation indicates that the Blues will take down the Ducks. Nonetheless, given the current odds of -175, I’d recommend getting bet down on the puck line instead, as our predictions point to the Blues winning by more than one goal.

For a puck line pick, we are going with the Blues to win and cover. Look for the Blues to win this one by multiple goals over the Ducks.

With an over/under line sitting at 5.5 goals, we like this game to surpass that mark and recommend getting a bet down on the over.

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Blues Look to Keep Momentum Against Ducks

Jordan Kyrou Powers Blues’ Return Home

After a grueling six-game road trip, the St. Louis Blues return home eager to maintain their momentum Sunday night against the Anaheim Ducks. With five of their next six games on home ice, St. Louis has a crucial opportunity to solidify its playoff positioning.

Jordan Kyrou ended his seven-game scoring drought in style, netting an impressive hat trick against the Minnesota Wild in a 6-2 victory. The performance sparked the Blues’ confidence as they strive to remain competitive in the playoff race.

Coach Jim Montgomery emphasized the team’s consistent recent performances, highlighting their growth and adaptability following the 4 Nations break.

Ducks Aim to Rebound from Recent Struggles

Coming off a challenging stretch where they lost four of their last five games, the Ducks hope to leverage the positive elements from their recent competitive outings. Despite a tough 3-1 loss against the Montreal Canadiens, Anaheim showed defensive resilience and is determined to bounce back during this road stretch against St. Louis, Dallas, and Nashville.

Goalie Lukas Dostal expressed confidence in the team’s resilience after their most recent defeat:

“We never quit. We’re always ready to play. I think we have a tight group, and we try to show it every night.”

Key Players to Watch

For St. Louis, winger Jordan Kyrou, fresh from his impressive hat trick against Minnesota, will be crucial. His renewed scoring touch can significantly impact the game. Goaltender Joel Hofer, who previously led the Blues to victory over the Ducks earlier this season, will also be key.

Anaheim relies heavily on rookie sensation Leo Carlsson, who’s contributed five goals and ten assists in his last 15 games. However, Anaheim may face depth issues, as forwards Sam Colangelo and Ross Johnston remain questionable due to upper-body injuries.

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Crucial Matchup Insights

The Blues have won both previous matchups against Anaheim this season, including a dominant 6-2 victory at home. With home ice advantage and the Ducks’ struggles on the road, St. Louis holds a favorable position entering Sunday’s game.

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