The Vegas Golden Knights will play against the St. Louis Blues on Friday, January 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM. The game will take place at the Enterprise Center and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Golden Knights come into this game with a 17-10-11 record, while the Blues hold a 15-18-8 record this season.
Golden Knights vs. Blues Betting Prediction
- Money Line Prediction: Vegas Golden Knights MoneyLine: -153. The Golden Knights have a better record this season and are ranked higher in their division. St. Louis has struggled at home, making Vegas a safer choice.
- Over/Under Prediction: Under 6.0 (-124). Both teams have had recent games with lower scores. The Golden Knights’ defense is strong, which could keep the total low.
Team Trends
- Vegas Golden Knights have a division rank of 2 in the Western Pacific.
- St. Louis Blues have a division rank of 6 in the Western Central.
- Vegas Golden Knights recorded 2 shutout wins this season.
- St. Louis Blues have secured 3 shutout wins this season.
- St. Louis Blues won their last home game against the Nashville Predators with a score of 3 – 2.
Golden Knights vs Blues Preview
The Vegas Golden Knights will travel to face the St. Louis Blues on Friday, January 2, 2026. The game will start at 3:00 PM and will be held at the Enterprise Center. Fans can watch the game on ESPN+.
Vegas has a 17-10-11 record this season, while St. Louis is at 15-18-8. Both teams are looking to improve their standings in the NHL Regular Season. The game will be an important test for both sides as they aim to gain valuable points.
St. Louis Blues: Key Players and Stats
The St. Louis Blues have some standout players this season. Robert Thomas leads the team with 29 points, coming from 9 goals and 20 assists. Pavel Buchnevich and Justin Faulk also contribute with 21 and 20 points, respectively. On defense, Justin Faulk stands out with 80 blocks and 34 hits. Dylan Holloway adds physicality with 91 hits, the most on the team. Jake Neighbours also contributes with 79 hits in 29 games. In goal, Joel Hofer and Jordan Binnington share duties. Hofer has 8 wins and 508 saves, while Binnington has 7 wins and 511 saves. Both goalies are yet to record a shutout this season.
Vegas Golden Knights: Players to Watch
The Vegas Golden Knights have strong skaters this season. Jack Eichel leads with 41 points from 12 goals and 29 assists. Mitchell Marner is close behind with 40 points, including 31 assists. Mark Stone has 31 points in 22 games. Ivan Barbashev and Tomas Hertl each have 30 points. Barbashev adds physicality with 63 hits, the most on the team. In goal, Akira Schmid has 11 wins and 411 saves. Carter Hart follows with 4 wins and 211 saves. Both goalies have yet to record a shutout this season.
Final Betting Pick
The Vegas Golden Knights are a strong pick for the Money Line at -153. They have a better season record and are ranked higher in their division. Playing away might be an advantage for them, as they have shown consistency on the road.
The Under 6.0 prediction at -124 is also a solid choice. Both teams have shown lower scores in recent games. The Golden Knights’ defense is effective, which could keep the total score low. This makes the Under a good option for this game.
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Last updated:January 2, 2026 St. Louis Blues, Vegas Golden Knights