Canadiens Shut Out Blues in St. Louis Clash

What we said beforehand

The St. Louis Blues will face the Montreal Canadiens on October 28, 2026, at the Enterprise Center, marking the start of their series. This matchup is intriguing as both teams are looking to improve their standings in the NHL. The Blues currently hold a record of 5-5-1, while the Canadiens are slightly ahead at 6-3-2. With both teams showing varying degrees of recent form, this game promises to be competitive.

In their last five games, the Blues have won two and lost three, with notable results including a 6-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights and a 2-1 win against the Winnipeg Jets. However, they also suffered a 4-0 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes in their most recent outing. The Blues have averaged 2.8 goals scored and 3.4 goals allowed in their last five games. At home, their record is 3-2, with an average of 3.1 goals scored and 3.5 goals allowed over their last ten home games.

The Canadiens, on the other hand, come into this game on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 and the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1. Their recent form shows three wins and two losses in the last five games, with an average of 3.4 goals scored and 2.8 goals allowed. On the road, the Canadiens have a balanced record of 2-2.

Historically, the Blues have had the upper hand in their recent meetings with the Canadiens, winning both encounters this season. They secured a 2-0 victory at home on January 3, 2026, and a 4-3 win away on December 8, 2025. This trend could play a psychological role as they prepare to face Montreal again.

In terms of injuries, the Blues are facing significant challenges with multiple players on injured reserve, including Ross Johnston (lower body), Torey Krug (ankle), Dillon Dube (neck), Tyler Tucker (knee), and Logan Mailloux (hand). The Canadiens will also be missing key player Nick Suzuki (upper body) and have several others on injured reserve, including Sam Montembeault (lower body), Ivan Demidov (lower body), Bryce Pickford (undisclosed), and Lucas Condotta (undisclosed).

The betting market reflects the competitive nature of this matchup, with DraftKings listing the Canadiens at -115 on the moneyline and the Blues at -105. The spread is set at 1.5, with a total of 6.5 goals for the game. The odds for the over are at 105.0, while the under is priced at -125.

Conditions at the Enterprise Center are expected to be favorable for hockey, with fans eager to support their home team. Viewers should watch for how the Blues respond after their recent loss and whether they can capitalize on their home advantage against a Canadiens team that has struggled with injuries. The performance of key players like Mason McTavish for the Blues, who leads the team with 6 goals and 10 points, and Cole Caufield for the Canadiens, who also has 6 goals, will be crucial in determining the outcome of this matchup.