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Blues vs. Kings Prediction and Odds - November 18, 2023
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Written by Dimers Data
The Los Angeles Kings and St. Louis Blues are scheduled to meet in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, starting at 10:30PM ET.
Dimers' full betting preview for Saturday's Blues vs. Kings matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and best bets.
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Who Will Win: Blues vs. Kings
Using cutting-edge machine learning and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Blues-Kings NHL matchup 10,000 times.
Dimers' independent predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Kings a 61% chance of defeating the Blues.
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Blues vs. Kings Odds
We have sourced the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-150) | -1.5 (+130) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -184 |
| Total | o6.5 (+104) | u6.5 (-118) |
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
The Kings are -1.5 favorites versus the Blues, with +130 at DraftKings Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
For the underdog Blues (+1.5) to cover the puck line, BetMGM has the best odds currently on offer at -150.
FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Kings at -184. That means you can risk $184 to win $100, for a total payout of $284, if they get the W.
Meanwhile, DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Blues at +160, where you can bet $100 to profit $160, earning a total payout of $260, if they win.
The Over/Under for total goals scored is set at 6.5 with FanDuel Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at +104, while DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best odds for the Under at -118.
According to DimersBOT, the Blues (+1.5) have a 61% chance of covering the puck line, while the Over/Under total of 6.5 goals has a 52% chance of going Under.
As always, check out the sportsbooks you have access to in your state for the best NHL odds and lines.
Best Bets: Blues vs. Kings
By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best bets to make on this game:
- Puck Line: Blues +1.5 @ -150 via BetMGM (61% probability)
- Moneyline: Blues @ +160 via DraftKings Sportsbook (0.4% edge)
- Total: Over 6.5 @ +104 via FanDuel Sportsbook
Dimers' NHL best bets are based on detailed modeling and gambling intelligence to bring you the best possible plays every day of the year.
While the Kings are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Blues moneyline is the best option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the sportsbooks' odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Dimers.com is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Furthermore, despite the Under being more likely to hit on this occasion, Over 6.5 is our best bet on account of the better odds (+104) that are available from FanDuel Sportsbook.
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Blues vs. Kings Player Props
Who will score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Kings? The latest data is in.
Featured below are the most likely first goal and most likely anytime goal scorers for both the Blues and Kings this Saturday.
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According to DimersBOT, Los Angeles' Adrian Kempe is most likely to score the first goal in Blues vs. Kings.
DimersBOT gives Kempe a 6.7% chance of scoring the first goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the Kings star is a 38.3% chance of netting an anytime goal.
Scroll down for our complete list of first and anytime goal scorer probabilities.
First Goal Scorer Predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 6.2% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 5.5% |
| Jakub Vrana | 4.1% |
| Brayden Schenn | 3.7% |
| Kasperi Kapanen | 3.6% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 6.7% |
| Trevor Moore | 5.4% |
| Pierre-Luc Dubois | 5.1% |
| Anze Kopitar | 4.9% |
| Kevin Fiala | 4.6% |
Anytime Goal Scorer Predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 31.7% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 27.6% |
| Jakub Vrana | 21.6% |
| Brayden Schenn | 20.8% |
| Kasperi Kapanen | 20.4% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Adrian Kempe | 38.3% |
| Trevor Moore | 28.3% |
| Anze Kopitar | 28.0% |
| Pierre-Luc Dubois | 27.4% |
| Kevin Fiala | 26.9% |
| Don't forget, DimersBOT updates frequently, so check this page for the latest betting insights before Blues vs. Kings on Saturday November 18, 2023. |
Blues vs. Kings Preview
Saturday's matchup between the Kings and Blues at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to start at 10:30PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Saturday November 18, 2023
- Time: 10:30PM ET / 7:30PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
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Conclusion
This comprehensive betting preview includes our Blues vs. Kings prediction and NHL odds.
Dimers' predictions are made after 10,000 simulations per game, using reliable and up-to-date data sources and analytical methods.
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