St. Louis Blues vs Anaheim Ducks Betting Pick & Prediction for Sunday, March 8

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The NHL regular season continues with the St. Louis Blues visiting the Anaheim Ducks at the Honda Center. The game is set for Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 9:00 PM and will be broadcast on ESPN+. The Blues are looking to improve their current record of 24-29-9 under the guidance of head coach Jim Montgomery.

Meanwhile, the Ducks, led by head coach Joel Quenneville, are aiming to solidify their standing with a 35-24-3 record. They currently hold the top spot in the Western Pacific Division. This game will test both teams as they continue their push through the regular season.

Blues vs Ducks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NHL
  • Teams: St. Louis Blues vs. Anaheim Ducks
  • Venue: Honda Center
  • Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Anaheim Ducks MoneyLine -174, St. Louis Blues MoneyLine +147

St. Louis Blues Team Preview

The St. Louis Blues have had a solid run in their recent away games. They pulled off a close 3-2 win against the San Jose Sharks, with Robert Thomas standing out by scoring two goals. The team managed to win despite being outshot by the Sharks.

In another away game, the Blues secured a 3-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Dylan Holloway contributed with a goal and was active with six shots on goal. Brayden Schenn also played a key role by assisting on all three goals.

Robert Thomas has been a standout player for the Blues. He has scored 15 goals and provided 24 assists this season. Dylan Holloway and Jimmy Snuggerud have also been key contributors, adding to the team’s offensive efforts.

Anaheim Ducks Team Preview

The Anaheim Ducks have had a solid run in recent games. They managed a close win against the Montreal Canadiens, finishing with a 6-5 score. Chris Kreider stood out with a goal and three assists, helping the team secure the victory.

In their game against the New York Islanders, the Ducks dominated with a 5-1 win. Cutter Gauthier scored twice, and Ville Husso was strong in net with 42 saves. The team showed strong defensive plays, recording 28 hits and 13 blocks.

The Ducks’ top players have been consistent in their performances. Cutter Gauthier leads the team with 32 goals and 57 points this season. Ville Husso has been reliable in goal, with 312 saves in 13 games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Anaheim Ducks are favored with a moneyline of -174. The St. Louis Blues are the underdog at +147. Based on the stats, the Ducks have a strong offense, ranked 9th in goals. The pick is for the Anaheim Ducks to win with a projected score of 4-3.

The total for the game is set at 6.5. The Ducks and Blues both have high offensive ranks, suggesting a high-scoring game. The recommendation is to bet on the Over 6.5, with a projected total score of 7.