Maple Leafs vs Blues: Predictions, Picks, and Odds for Tonight’s NHL Match
By Chris Faria, betting analyst. Updated Mar 28, 2026, 12:29 PM ET. The St. Louis Blues visit the Toronto Maple Leafs tonight. St. Louis arrives on a three-game win streak and a 9-1-2 record over its last 12 games.
Game details
Location: Enterprise Center, St. Louis, MO. Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026. Puck drop: 7:00 p.m. ET. Television: CBC.
Recent form and trends
The Blues have relied on a stingy defense during their run. The Under has hit in each of St. Louis’ last seven games.
Toronto will try to find offense against that structure. Special teams and matchup decisions will matter.
Player spotlight — Matthew Knies
Matthew Knies has battled nagging injuries this season. The Olympic break helped his form.
Since the break, Knies has six goals and 13 points in 16 games. He is tied for third-most points on Toronto over that stretch.
His ice time rose from 16:29 in February to 19:20 in March. That is the second-most among Leafs forwards, behind William Nylander.
Supporting producers
William Nylander has 15 points since the break. John Tavares has 14 in that span.
Tavares has scored in four straight games. Matias Maccelli has posted points in nine of his last 14.
Betting angles and recommended picks
Knies is the primary prop target. The top single wager is Matthew Knies Over 0.5 points.
That prop is listed at -135 at publishing. The logic: increased ice time and recent scoring form.
Same-game parlay
- Matthew Knies Over 0.5 points
- John Tavares Over 0.5 points
- Matias Maccelli Over 0.5 points
Odds at publishing
| Moneyline | Maple Leafs +125 | Blues -145 |
| Puck Line | Maple Leafs +1.5 (-200) | Blues -1.5 (+165) |
| Over/Under | Over 5.5 (-125) | Under 5.5 (+105) |
These figures reflect the market at time of publishing. Odds can change before puck drop. This information helps frame Maple Leafs vs Blues predictions and picks.
Final take
Expect a tight game with defensive structure from St. Louis. Toronto has momentum through individual forwards.
Backing a Knies points prop is the preferred play. The same-game parlay offers added upside for tonight’s NHL match.
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and remain subject to change. Not intended for use in MA. Filmogaz.com may receive compensation for some links.
