St. Louis Blues vs. Phoenix Coyotes u5.5 (-135 NHL odds)
Thu October 15th 2009 10:05p
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The Phoenix Coyotes have actually exceeded expectations with their 3-2 start, and they have done so with a trapping, defensive style that has been conducive to Unders. Look for that to continue when they host the St. Louis Blues tonight.

In fact, since opening the season with a 6-3 victory over the Los Angeles Kings, the Coyotes have now gone Under in four consecutive games, and they have give up two goals or less in all four of those contests. Yes, goaltender Ilya Bryzgalov has been sharp with his microscopic 0.98 GAA and .960 save percentage, but it also helps that the suffocating Phoenix defense has allowed 26 shots or less in three of the last four games.

Now one would think that this major focus on the defensive end could result in offensive struggles, and that has indeed been the case, as the Coyotes are averaging only 2.00 goals per game with six of their 10 total goals in regulation time coming in that season opener. However, the fact is that the Phoenix roster is devoid of snipers anyway. Thus, the style they are playing now gives them the best chance to win, so do not expect them to change their stripes soon.

Now the Blues are averaging 3.00 goals per game, but after scoring nine goals in two overseas games vs. the Detroit Red Wings to begin the year, St. Louis has scored just three goals in their last two games stateside. Do not expect them to rediscover their offense tonight vs. a team that will not allow them to get much space.

This may not be the most exciting game in the world to watch, but that does not mean that we cannot benefit by cashing a safe Under ticket.

NHL Free Pick: Blues, Coyotes Under 5.5 (-135)

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