St. Louis Blues vs Dallas Stars Prediction | NHL 23.01.26
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St. Louis Blues vs Dallas Stars Game Analysis | 23-01-2026 | NHL
This regular-season matchup pits the St. Louis Blues (19-23-8) against the formidable Dallas Stars (28-14-9) on January 23, 2026, at 8:00 PM CST, hosted at the American Airlines Center in Dallas. The Stars enter this contest with a significant advantage in the standings, reflecting a more consistent and dominant season performance.
St. Louis Blues Team Performance
The St. Louis Blues have endured a challenging season, hovering below a .500 winning percentage. Their recent form indicates struggles with defensive consistency and converting offensive opportunities. While they possess individual talent, the team’s ability to string together wins has been hampered by defensive lapses and a lack of secondary scoring depth. Their power play unit has shown flashes of effectiveness, but 5-on-5 play requires significant improvement to compete with top-tier teams.
St. Louis Blues Key Players
- Points: Pavel Buchnevich (25)
- Goals: Jake Neighbours (12)
- Assists: Pavel Buchnevich (17)
Dallas Stars Team Performance
The Dallas Stars are performing as a legitimate contender, boasting an impressive record. Their strength lies in a balanced attack, featuring elite offensive talent and a robust defensive corps. The Stars consistently control possession and generate high-danger scoring chances. Their goaltending has been a pillar of strength, providing stability that allows their skaters to play an aggressive, forechecking style. Dallas’s ability to capitalize on special teams and maintain defensive structure makes them a difficult opponent to overcome.
Dallas Stars Key Players
- Points: Mikko Rantanen (63)
- Goals: Jason Robertson (29)
- Assists: Mikko Rantanen (44)
Prediction: St. Louis Blues vs Dallas Stars
Considering the significant disparity in their season records and recent performance trends, the Dallas Stars are strongly favored in this matchup. Their offensive firepower, led by Mikko Rantanen and Jason Robertson, coupled with a disciplined defensive system, presents a formidable challenge for the struggling Blues. Expect the Stars to control the pace of play and leverage their home-ice advantage. The prediction for this contest is Dallas Stars -1.5 (Spread). Given the Stars’ defensive capabilities and the Blues’ scoring inconsistencies, a lower-scoring affair is anticipated. The total goals prediction is under 5.5.
Last 5 Games: STL
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Winnipeg | L 3-1 | 19-23-8 | Hofer | Kyrou |
| @ Edmonton | L 5-0 | 19-22-8 | Binnington | Faulk |
| vs Tampa Bay | W 3-2 SO | 19-21-8 | Hofer | Hofer |
| vs Carolina | W 3-0 | 18-21-8 | Hofer | Hofer |
| @ Vegas | L 4-2 | 17-21-8 | Binnington | Thomas |
Last 5 Games: DAL
| Opponent | Result | Points | Goles | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| @ Columbus | L 1-0 | 28-14-9 | DeSmith | DeSmith |
| vs Boston | W 6-2 | 28-13-9 | Oettinger | Robertson |
| vs Tampa Bay | L 4-1 | 27-13-9 | Oettinger | Bourque |
| @ Utah | L 2-1 | 27-12-9 | Oettinger | Oettinger |
| @ Anaheim | L 3-1 | 27-11-9 | DeSmith | Johnston |
