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Blues vs. Penguins Prediction: St. Louis Predicted to Win Thursday's NHL Matchup [3/13/2025]
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Written by Nick Slade, Chief Content Officer
Our expert prediction for Thursday's St. Louis Blues vs Pittsburgh Penguins matchup.
NHL action continues on Thursday at 7:00PM ET as the St. Louis Blues take on the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Blues as the most likely winner of today's game.
"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's St. Louis-Pittsburgh game 10,000 times," said Mac Douglass from Dimers.
"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Blues with a win probability of 52% and the Penguins with 48%."
For a closer look at Thursday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Blues vs. Penguins predictions page.
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Blues vs. Blues Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Puck Line?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL game between the Blues and Penguins 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Blues a 52% chance of defeating the Penguins.
According to our model, the Penguins (+1.5) have a 68% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has a 53% chance of going over.
Blues vs. Penguins Odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Penguins |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+194) | +1.5 (-225) |
| Moneyline | -125 | +110 |
| Total | o5.5 (-115) | u5.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
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Blues vs. Penguins Picks and Best Bets
Our model's strongest edge in today's Blues vs. Penguins matchup is on the moneyline.
Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NHL picks for every game throughout the season.
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Blues vs. Penguins Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Penguins?
According to our model, Pittsburgh's Sidney Crosby is most likely to score the first goal in Blues vs. Penguins.
Our projections give Crosby an 8.1% chance of scoring the first goal at PPG Paints Arena, while the Penguins star is a 39.5% chance of netting an anytime goal.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Neighbours | 5.9% |
| Robert Thomas | 5.7% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 5.5% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 8.1% |
| Bryan Rust | 6.1% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 5.9% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jake Neighbours | 33.0% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 28.9% |
| Robert Thomas | 27.8% |
Pittsburgh Penguins
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Sidney Crosby | 39.5% |
| Bryan Rust | 33.2% |
| Evgeni Malkin | 29.1% |
Blues vs. Penguins Game-Day Updates and Essential Details
Thursday's matchup between the Penguins and Blues at PPG Paints Arena is scheduled to commence at 7:00PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Pittsburgh Penguins
- Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
- Time: 7:00PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: PPG Paints Arena
Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Blues vs. Penguins matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.
Before making any St. Louis vs. Pittsburgh picks, be sure to check out the latest NHL predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.
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Conclusion
We predict the Blues, with a 52% win probability, will likely beat the Penguins on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Penguins insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Nick Slade, with nearly two decades of experience, is the Chief Content Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, overseeing content for Dimers. He specializes in soccer, NBA, and NHL betting, leveraging predictive analytics and machine learning to provide accurate betting insights.
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