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Blues vs. Kings prediction: Los Angeles favored to win Wednesday's NHL matchup [4/1/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get St. Louis Blues vs Los Angeles Kings predictions for NHL Wednesday.
The Los Angeles Kings and St. Louis Blues will meet in the NHL at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday, with puck drop at 9:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven NHL model predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Kings game.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including projected goal scorers, best bets and player prop picks.
Blues vs. Kings prediction: Who will win?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's NHL game between the Blues and Kings, forming part of our NHL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Kings a 55% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the over/under total of 5.5 goals also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Blues vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NHL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | +124 | -140 |
| Total | o5.5 (-105) | u5.5 (-114) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Blues | +124 |
| Total | Over 5.5 | -105 |
According to our NHL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Blues to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Blues vs. Kings player props
Who will score a goal in Blues vs. Kings?
According to our model, Artemi Panarin is most likely to score an anytime goal in Blues vs. Kings.
Our projections give Panarin a 39.3% chance of scoring a goal at Crypto.com Arena, while the star is an 8.8% chance of registering the first goal the game.
Anytime goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 33.8% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 24.5% |
| Robert Thomas | 23.3% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 22.3% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 22.1% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | Anytime Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 39.3% |
| Adrian Kempe | 35.5% |
| Quinton Byfield | 28.8% |
| Alex Laferriere | 28.2% |
| Anze Kopitar | 23.1% |
First goal scorer predictions
St. Louis Blues
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Dylan Holloway | 6.9% |
| Jordan Kyrou | 4.8% |
| Robert Thomas | 4.4% |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | 4.3% |
| Pavel Buchnevich | 4.2% |
Los Angeles Kings
| Player | First Goal Probability |
|---|---|
| Artemi Panarin | 8.8% |
| Adrian Kempe | 7.2% |
| Alex Laferriere | 6.1% |
| Quinton Byfield | 5.2% |
| Anze Kopitar | 4.7% |
Blues vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Kings and Blues at Crypto.com Arena is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: St. Louis Blues vs. Los Angeles Kings
- Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Crypto.com Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Blues on Wednesday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Blues vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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