Wild vs. Blues Nov 19: Key Injuries, Betting Odds & Game Updates
The Minnesota Wild are set to face the St. Louis Blues on November 19, with crucial injury updates impacting both teams. The Wild, currently with an 11-3-3 record, are monitoring four players, including Mats Zuccarello (lower body) and Jonas Brodin (questionable, upper body). The Blues, struggling at 8-10-1, are missing key players like Robert Thomas (ankle) and Torey Krug (out for season). The matchup will take place at 8:00 PM ET at the Enterprise Center, with the Wild favored at -155.
By the Numbers- Minnesota Wild: 11 wins, 3 losses, 3 OT losses this season.
- St. Louis Blues: 8 wins, 10 losses, 1 OT loss this season.
- Mats Zuccarello has 14 points in 16 games when healthy (6 goals, 8 assists).
- Robert Thomas has played 7 games this season, with 6 points (1 goal, 5 assists).
While the Wild are currently leading, the Blues have the potential for an upset if they can leverage their home advantage and capitalize on the Wild's injuries.
State of Play- The Wild are dealing with significant absences, particularly in their offensive lineup.
- The Blues need to address their defensive lapses to improve their chances in the matchup.
Expect a tight contest as both teams vie for a critical two points, with the Wild aiming to maintain their strong start and the Blues looking for a turnaround after a shaky performance this season.
Bottom LineThe Wild's injuries could open the door for the Blues to exploit their weaknesses, making this a pivotal game for both teams in their respective seasons.
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