The Vancouver Canucks hope to tie the Chicago Blackhawks for fourth spot in the West as they play their third of six road games, while the St.Louis Blues have one loss in their last five home games, and sit two points back from a playoff spot. The St.Louis Blues (34-30-3-6) host the Vancouver Canucks (39-24-3-6) for some hard hitting NHL action. The Canucks lead the Blues 5-1 SU. NHL oddsmakers at Sportsbook.com have the Canucks as -130 moneyline favs over the Blues (+105) with the over/under posted at 5.5 goals. Be sure to get your Vancouver Canucks vs St.Louis Blues Free NHL Picks in now at Sportsbook.com
The Canucks recently beat the Stars 5-2 on the road thanks to goals from Ryan Kesler (2), Daniel Sedin and Henrik Sedin (2). Goalie Roberto Luongo stopped 35 of 37 shots for a 28-10-6 record with a 2.40 GAA and a .918 SVPCT and six shutouts. Luongo has won both of his starts versus the Blues this season and posted a 2.13 GAA in winning five straight against them. Henrik Sedin has five goals and four assists in his last six games. Henrik Sedin had a goal and an assist in the win over St. Louis last week, and his twin added two assists. The Canucks are 17-13-2-3 on the road where they average 2.80 GAG and give up an average 3.00 GAG. They are 1-4 SU in their last five road games where they’ve averaged 2.20 GAG and given up an average 3.40 GAG
The Blues recently beat the Kings 2-0 at home thanks to a two goal night from Patrik Berglund. Goalie Chris Mason recorded his fifth shutout on the season; he has an overall record of 20-20-6 with a 2.43 GAA and a .917 SVPCT. Mason has keyed St. Louis' hot streak, especially at home, where he's 9-3-2 with a 1.82 GAA and three shutouts since Jan. 31. The Blues are 20-13-3-2 at home where they average 2.87 GAG and give up an average 2.61 GAG. They are 4-1 SU in their last five home games where they’ve averaged 3.40 GAG and given up an average 2.20 GAG. Mason is helping the Blues stay in the playoff race, but he hasn't had much success against Vancouver lately. Chris Mason's allowed eight goals in losing his two starts versus the Canucks this season, dropping him to 0-4-1 with a 3.37 GAA in seven career matchups.
Recent Trends to Consider:
- Canucks are 5-1 in the last 6 meetings.
- Over is 4-1-1 in the last 6 meetings.
- Under is 5-2 in the last 7 meetings in St. Louis.
- Home team is 24-10-2 in the last 36 meetings.
- Canucks are 7-16-1 in the last 24 meetings in St. Louis.
Vancouver Canucks vs St.Louis Blues Free NHL Picks
When: Thurs, Mar 26, 2009 8:30 PM ET
Line: Sportsbook.com
Pick: Canucks -130
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The Bottom Line: The Canucks have to play hard and stay out of the penalty box. If they can do that they should be a lock. Go Canucks! Be sure to get your Vancouver Canucks vs St.Louis Blues Free NHL Picks in now at Sportsbook.com and receive a 10% sign-up bonus on your initial deposit!
