Carolina Hurricanes vs St. Louis Blues Betting Trends

The NHL showdown on January 13, 2026, features the St. Louis Blues hosting the Carolina Hurricanes at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, MO. This matchup offers intriguing betting trends and game insights for fans and bettors alike. Carolina arrives as the favorite with moneyline odds at -154, while St. Louis sits at +136, creating a compelling wager scenario.

Both teams have contrasting styles and stats this season. Carolina boasts a power play success rate of 21.2% and a penalty kill rate of 78.5%, slightly edging out St. Louis, whose power play is at 20.9% and penalty kill at 76.5%. At 5-on-5 play, Carolina maintains a 50.4% faceoff win rate, closely matched by St. Louis at 50.5%. These factors contribute to Carolina's slight edge in controlling the ice and creating scoring opportunities.

Goalies will be key, with Carolina expected to start their top netminder who remains healthy, while St. Louis's starting goalie is also likely to play, adding stability to both sides. The teams’ recent performances show Carolina with a 4-3 record over the last seven games, while St. Louis has struggled more with a 3-7 record, influencing betting stats and trends.

The total points line is set at 6, with the over favored at -115. Considering both teams’ offensive and defensive metrics, bettors should weigh the scoring potential carefully. The previous encounter on November 17, 2024, saw Carolina dominate with a 4-1 win, highlighting their home advantage which St. Louis will try to overcome this time. Check out the details of their last matchup on November 17, 2024, where Carolina won 4-1 for more context.

For the best betting options, explore the latest lines at BetOnline, where Carolina is favored at -1.5 on the puck line with odds of +161, while St. Louis is the underdog at +1.5 with -185. These betting trends and game stats equip you to make an informed wager on this NHL regular-season clash.