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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Kings will take on the St. Louis Blues in NHL action at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model projects the Kings as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Kings game.
This article offers a closer look at Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NHL game between the Blues and Kings, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Kings a 55% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 67% chance of covering the puck line, while the 5.5-goal over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Blues vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-196) | -1.5 (+180) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -145 |
| Total | o5.5 (-110) | u5.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Kings 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | Blues +1.5 | -196 |
| Moneyline | Blues | +130 |
| Total | Under 5.5 | -110 |
According to our best NHL bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blues vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Kings?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Kings.
Our projections give Panarin a 39.7% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is an 8.8% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 33.2% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 25.1% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 22.8% |
| Robert Thomas | 22.7% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 20.8% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 39.7% |
| Adrian Kempe | 33.8% |
| Alex Laferriere | 28.6% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.5% |
| Trevor Moore | 23.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 7.8% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 4.6% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 4.3% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 4.3% |
| Robert Thomas | 4.2% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 8.8% |
| Adrian Kempe | 7.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.9% |
| Alex Laferriere | 5.6% |
| Trevor Moore | 4.1% |
Blues vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Kings and Blues at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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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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