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Kraken vs. Blues prediction: St. Louis favored to win Thursday's NHL matchup [2/26/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Seattle Kraken vs St. Louis Blues predictions for NHL Thursday.
The St. Louis Blues will square off with the Seattle Kraken, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Enterprise Center on Thursday, commencing at 8:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NHL model gives the Blues a slight edge with a 53% win probability over the Kraken.
This article offers further insights into Thursday's Kraken vs. Blues matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Kraken vs. Blues prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Kraken and Blues 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Blues a 53% chance of beating the Kraken.
According to our model, the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Kraken vs. Blues odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Kraken | Blues |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +120 | -140 |
| Total | o5.5 (-124) | u5.5 (+110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Kraken vs. Blues picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Kraken | +120 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -124 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Kraken to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Kraken vs. Blues player props
Who will score a goal in Kraken vs. Blues?
According to our model, Dylan Holloway is most likely to score an anytime goal in Kraken vs. Blues.
Our projections give Holloway a 32.5% chance of scoring a goal at Enterprise Center, while the star is a 6.5% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 29.2% |
| Matty Beniers | 25.5% |
| Shane Wright | 23.4% |
| Berkly Catton | 22.8% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 22.6% |
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 32.5% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 29.1% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 23.9% |
| Jake Neighbours | 23.7% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 22.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
Seattle Kraken
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jared McCann | 5.8% |
| Jordan Eberle | 4.6% |
| Matty Beniers | 4.5% |
| Shane Wright | 4.3% |
| Eeli Tolvanen | 4.3% |
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 6.5% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 5.4% |
| Jake Neighbours | 4.7% |
| Pius Suter | 4.3% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 4.3% |
Kraken vs. Blues game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's matchup between the Blues and Kraken at Enterprise Center is scheduled to begin at 8:00 PM ET.
- Who: Seattle Kraken vs. St. Louis Blues
- Date: Thursday, February 26, 2026
- Time: 8:00 PM ET/5:00PM PT
- Venue: Enterprise Center
Conclusion
We predict the Blues, with a 53% win probability, will likely beat the Kraken on Thursday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Kraken vs. Blues insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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