- Matchup: New Jersey Devils vs St. Louis Blues
- Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
- Venue: Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO
- Broadcast: Fanduel Sports Network Midwest
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The New Jersey Devils (28-29-2) are set to travel to the Enterprise Center for a showdown with the St. Louis Blues (21-28-9) on Saturday.
The New Jersey Devils are eager for a victory following a 4-1 defeat against the Penguins in their previous game. In that matchup, New Jersey found themselves in the penalty box for 6 minutes and struggled offensively. Despite having 5 power play opportunities, they failed to convert any into goals, managing just 1 goal from 29 shots on goal.
On the offense front, the New Jersey Devils have netted 145 goals this season, ranking 31st in the NHL, while surrendering 181 goals. They currently hold 58 points with a points percentage of .492. The Devils have been granted 151 power-play chances, successfully scoring on 30, leading to a conversion rate of 19.87%. At even strength, they’ve allowed 150 goals while scoring 115. With 1,728 attempts, their shooting percentage stands at 8.4%. Conversely, they’ve faced 1,645 shots, achieving a save percentage of .890. Their opponents have capitalized on 149 power-play opportunities (ranking 30th) with 31 goals scored during those chances.
In net, Jacob Markstrom will be defending for New Jersey. Over his career, he has amassed 287 quality starts, with a quality start percentage of .525. His current save percentage is .907 across 28,375 minutes played, having faced 15,913 shots and securing 14,433 saves. Total goals scored against him is 1,480, averaging 2.71 goals against per game. With an overall record of 256 wins, 226 losses, and 64 overtime losses, he’s started in 547 games throughout his professional career.
In their last outing, the St. Louis Blues secured a 5-1 victory against the Kraken. They had one power play opportunity but couldn’t find the back of the net. The Blues converted 5 goals out of 32 shots taken.
St. Louis has registered 123 goals at even strength and 28 on the power play (28th in the NHL). This season, they’ve attempted 1,459 shots (30th in the league) with a shooting percentage of 10.35%, while allowing 1,601 shots to opponents. Overall, the Blues have 151 goals and 51 points, achieving a points percentage of .440. They have allowed 201 goals against, with 159 coming at even strength and 42 while short-handed. With 157 power play opportunities, their power play conversion percentage stands at 17.83%. Their penalty kill sits at 73.58% against 159 power play attempts, with a save percentage of 87.4%.
Jordan Binnington will be in goal for the Blues. Currently, his opponents average 2.83 goals per game, having allowed a total of 1,009 goals in his career. Binnington boasts a 51.5% quality start rate with 184 career quality starts. He has made 357 starts in total, amassing 17,882 minutes played. His career record stands at 181 wins, 133 losses, and 42 overtime losses, with 368 games played. Out of 10,439 shots faced, he has secured 9,430 saves, giving him a save percentage of .903.
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NHL matchup against the spread or moneyline?
Prediction: Bet on New Jersey
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