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Blues vs. Mammoth prediction: Utah favored to win Friday's NHL matchup [1/9/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth predictions for NHL Friday.
The Utah Mammoth will take on the St. Louis Blues in NHL action at Delta Center on Friday, starting at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' advanced NHL model predicts the Mammoth as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Mammoth game.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Mammoth prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NHL matchup between the Blues and Mammoth 10,000 times as part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Mammoth a 60% chance of beating the Blues.
According to our model, the Blues (+1.5) have a 63% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54% chance of going over.
Blues vs. Mammoth odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Mammoth |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | +1.5 (-168) | -1.5 (+142) |
| Moneyline | +150 | -180 |
| Total | o5.5 (-102) | u5.5 (-114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Mammoth picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | -168 |
| Moneyline | Blues | +150 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 5.5 total goals.
Blues vs. Mammoth player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Mammoth?
According to our model, Dylan Guenther is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Mammoth.
Our projections give Guenther a 36.7% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is a 7.5% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Jordan Kyrou | 27.2% |
| Robert Thomas | 26.1% |
| Jake Neighbours | 24.2% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 19.6% |
| Brayden Schenn | 18.8% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 36.7% |
| Clayton Keller | 32.8% |
| JJ Peterka | 31.8% |
| Lawson Crouse | 23.2% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 22.6% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Robert Thomas | 5.7% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 5.2% |
| Jake Neighbours | 5.0% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 3.7% |
| Brayden Schenn | 3.6% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 7.5% |
| JJ Peterka | 6.3% |
| Clayton Keller | 6.1% |
| Lawson Crouse | 4.4% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 4.1% |
Blues vs. Mammoth game-day updates and essential details
Friday's game between the Mammoth and Blues at Delta Center is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict Mammoth, with a 60% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Friday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Mammoth insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date 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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