The Ottawa Senators beat the St. Louis Blues 8-1, a significant victory that has put the Blues in a position where they need to regain their momentum. To stay in first place in the Central Division, the Blues must get six more points than Winnipeg. They are currently tied for fourth place. But the Philadelphia Flyers need a win to improve their chances of making the playoffs. They are currently tied for seventh place in the Metropolitan Division and need a win to move up.
The most recent performance
The Blues have had a tough time on the road, giving up an average of 3.40 goals per game. The Flyers, on the other hand, have shown remarkable progress, almost closing the gap between offence and defence to secure wins. Their recent victory over Boston with a 2-0 score is a testament to their strength. In contrast, St. Louis was dominated by Ottawa, managing to score just one goal in the third period.
**Lineups to Start**
For the Flyers, Aleksei Kolosov will likely start at the goal, and Binnington will likely start for the Blues. The Flyers will have a significant advantage on their home ice, giving them control over the game. Philadelphia’s power play is working at an impressive 22.2%, and its penalty kill at 87.2%, further solidifying their position. St. Louis will struggle to play a scoring-style game against such a strong opponent.
With all these factors in their favor, it’s a safe bet that the Philadelphia Flyers will emerge victorious.