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St. Louis Blues vs. Toronto Maple Leafs: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 24, 2024

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Oct 24, 2024 9:10 AM
The St. Louis Blues, riding high after Brandon Saad's impressive 2-goal performance, travel to Scotiabank Arena to face off against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday, October 24th at 7:00 PM. Both teams sit tied with identical 4-3 records, setting the stage for an exciting matchup between the Central Division's Blues and the Atlantic Division's Maple Leafs. Can the Blues keep their momentum going on the road, or will the Leafs capitalize on their strong home record?
St. Louis Blues
Toronto Maple Leafs

Blues vs Maple Leafs statistics

Stat Blues Maple Leafs
Goals For per Game 2.71 3.14
Goals Against per Game 2.86 2.71
Shots per Game 27.6 31.6
Shots Against per Game 30.6 29.7
Power Play Goals 2 3
Power Play Goals Against 5 4
Short Handed Goals 0 0
Short Handed Goals Against 0 0
Penalty Minutes 49 69
Power Play Percentage 13.3 13.0
Penalty Kill Percentage 70.6 86.7

Toronto Maple Leafs recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/22/24 @ Columbus Blue Jackets L 6-2
10/21/24 vs Tampa Bay Lightning W 5-2
10/19/24 vs New York Rangers L 4-1
10/16/24 vs Los Angeles Kings W 6-2
10/12/24 vs Pittsburgh Penguins W 4-2

St. Louis Blues recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/22/24 vs Winnipeg Jets L 3-2
10/19/24 vs Carolina Hurricanes W 4-3
10/17/24 vs New York Islanders W 1-0 OT
10/15/24 vs Minnesota Wild L 4-1
10/11/24 @ Vegas Golden Knights L 4-3

Blues vs Maple Leafs predictions

Ready for a showdown at Scotiabank Arena? The St. Louis Blues are coming off a charged performance with Brandon Saad showcasing his skill, racking up two goals in his last game. Now eyes are set on Pavel Buchnevich and Jordan Kyrou to carry the momentum. Buchnevich, leading with three goals so far, has a knack for finding the net when it counts. On the other hand, Kyrou is not just a speedster but also a playmaker, leading the Blues with seven points. This match promises a platform where both could significantly impact the scoreboard, especially against a capable but currently unpredictable Maple Leafs defense.

Switching gears to the Toronto Maple Leafs, all eyes might be slightly clouded with worry due to William Nylander’s day-to-day injury status. Nylander, a powerhouse with five goals and seven points, his presence, or lack thereof, could tilt the game. However, Mitch Marner is still in the lineup, leading the team with six assists, and his ability to create plays will be crucial to keeping the Leafs competitive. It's games like these where Marner's experience and vision can truly shine, so expect him to be particularly influential on the ice tonight.

Given the current dynamics and considering the injury worries for the Leafs, the Blues might just have an edge with their lineup's depth and recent form. Both teams are neck-and-neck in their division standings, but momentum is key in such tightly contested matchups. My call? St. Louis Blues could skate away with a close win, banking on their attacking prowess and the extra push from their recent performances. What do you think? Will the Blues capitalize, or will the Leafs hold their ground at home?

Toronto Maple Leafs injuries

  • Max Pacioretty (LW): Day-To-Day
  • Joseph Woll (G): Injured Reserve
  • William Nylander (RW): Day-To-Day
  • John Tavares (C): Day-To-Day
  • Jake McCabe (D): Day-To-Day

St. Louis Blues injuries

  • Nick Leddy (D): Injured Reserve
  • Robert Thomas (C): Injured Reserve
  • Alexey Toropchenko (RW): Day-To-Day
  • Oskar Sundqvist (C): Injured Reserve
  • Alexandre Texier (C): Injured Reserve

Blues vs Maple Leafs game info

Venue Scotiabank Arena
Location Toronto, ON
Puck drop Thu 7:00 PM

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