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Blues vs. Mammoth prediction: Close contest projected after new data released for Thursday's NHL matchup [4/16/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Utah Mammoth predictions for NHL Thursday.
The Utah Mammoth will take on the St. Louis Blues, in what is expected to be a close NHL game, at Delta Center on Thursday, commencing at 7:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' advanced NHL model gives an equal chance for both both teams to win the Blues-Mammoth matchup.
This article offers a closer look at Thursday's Blues vs. Mammoth 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 analysis, we have simulated the result of Thursday's NHL matchup between the Blues and Mammoth, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently can't split the two teams, giving both the Blues and Mammoth a 50% chance of winning the game.
According to our model, the Mammoth (+1.5) have a 71% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of six goals has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Blues vs. Mammoth odds
We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Mammoth |
|---|---|---|
| Puck Line | -1.5 (+190) | +1.5 (-220) |
| Moneyline | -130 | +112 |
| Total | o6 (-118) | u6 (-102) |
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 | Mammoth +1.5 | -220 |
| Moneyline | Mammoth | +112 |
| Total | Under 6 | -102 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Mammoth +1.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
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 36.1% chance of scoring a goal at Delta Center, while the star is a 7.0% chance of netting the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 34.7% |
| Robert Thomas | 28.4% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 26.8% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 25.3% |
| Pius Suter | 20.3% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 36.1% |
| Logan Cooley | 33.1% |
| Clayton Keller | 30.4% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 26.6% |
| Lawson Crouse | 24.8% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 7.0% |
| Robert Thomas | 5.4% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 5.1% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 4.8% |
| Jake Neighbours | 3.5% |
Utah Mammoth
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Guenther | 7.0% |
| Logan Cooley | 6.5% |
| Clayton Keller | 6.1% |
| Nick Schmaltz | 5.1% |
| Lawson Crouse | 5.0% |
Blues vs. Mammoth game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's action between the Mammoth and Blues at Delta Center is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Utah Hockey Club
- Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
- Time: 7:30 PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Delta Center
Conclusion
We predict a close game between the Blues and Mammoth on Thursday, with each team having a 50% chance of winning.
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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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