Blue Jackets vs. Blues prediction favors St. Louis to win Saturday's NHL matchup [10/10/2026]

Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have re-simulated the outcome of Saturday's NHL matchup between the Blue Jackets and Blues, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model gives the Blues a 54.2% chance of beating the Blue Jackets. According to our model, the Blue Jackets (+1.5) have a 68.0% chance of covering the puck line, while the over/under total of 5.5 goals has a 54.8% chance of going over.

Latest betting odds

We have researched the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Puck Line: Blue Jackets +1.5 (-233) / Blues -1.5 (+200)
• Moneyline: Blue Jackets +111, Blues -125
• Total: Over/Under 5.5 (-130/+115)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Puck line: Blues -1.5 @ +200 via bet365
• Moneyline: Blues @ -125 via BetMGM
• Total: Under 5.5 @ +115 via ESPN BET

According to our NHL best 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 current available odds.

Blue Jackets vs. Blues player props

Who will score a goal in Blue Jackets vs. Blues?

According to our model, Robert Thomas is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blue Jackets vs. Blues.

Our projections give Thomas a 32.9% chance of scoring a goal at Enterprise Center, while the star is a 6.1% chance of netting the first goal the game.

Anytime goal scorer predictions

Columbus Blue Jackets

• Adam Fantilli: 25.1% probability
• Matthew Knies: 24.4% probability
• Zach Werenski: 24.0% probability
• Mathieu Olivier: 23.3% probability
• Denton Mateychuk: 20.8% probability

St. Louis Blues

• Robert Thomas: 32.9% probability
• Dylan Holloway: 31.9% probability
• Jimmy Snuggerud: 29.0% probability
• Mason McTavish: 25.1% probability
• Pavel Buchnevich: 23.5% probability

First goal scorer predictions

Columbus Blue Jackets

• Adam Fantilli: 5.5% probability
• Mathieu Olivier: 4.6% probability
• Matthew Knies: 4.6% probability
• Zach Werenski: 4.6% probability
• Denton Mateychuk: 4.0% probability

St. Louis Blues

• Dylan Holloway: 6.4% probability
• Robert Thomas: 6.1% probability
• Jimmy Snuggerud: 5.4% probability
• Mason McTavish: 5.1% probability
• Pius Suter: 4.2% probability

Game info & puck drop details

Saturday's matchup between the Blues and Blue Jackets at Enterprise Center is scheduled to commence at 7:00 PM ET.

• Who: Columbus Blue Jackets vs. St. Louis Blues
• Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
• Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
• Venue: Enterprise Center

Conclusion

We predict the Blues, with a 54.2% win probability, will likely beat the Blue Jackets in Saturday's NHL matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary NHL prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.