NHL · October 22, 2026 · 8:10 PM ET
Vegas Golden Knights @ St. Louis Blues
Free LineCrush game report for Vegas Golden Knights @ St. Louis Blues on October 22, 2026, with matchup analysis and pick ideas generated for the daily slate. Reports can update as lineups, injuries, and odds develop, so confirm time-sensitive details before acting.
Matchup Analysis
Vegas looks to reset after Tampa Bay setback
The Golden Knights had their three-game winning streak snapped in a 6-2 loss to Tampa Bay on Tuesday after allowing four second-period goals. A steadier defensive effort is the priority in St. Louis.
SourceBlues arrive with a confidence-building home win
St. Louis edged Winnipeg 2-1 on Tuesday, with Philip Broberg scoring the third-period power-play winner and Joel Hofer stopping 32 shots in a response after two straight losses.
SourceProjected crease and top-six combinations
Carter Hart and Joel Hofer are projected to start for Vegas and St. Louis, respectively; neither upcoming start is confirmed. The most recently reported Vegas lines kept Ivan Barbashev, Jack Eichel and Mark Stone together, with Mitch Marner on William Karlsson’s line.
SourceInjuries thin both teams’ options
Vegas is listed without Parker Wotherspoon, while St. Louis’ current injury report lists Alexey Toropchenko, Dillon Dube and Ross Johnston; Toropchenko was also reported practicing in full Wednesday.
SourceVegas brings the stronger season scoring profile
Vegas is listed at 4.05 goals for and 2.37 against per game, versus St. Louis at 3.37 for and 3.49 against. That gap tests the Blues’ defense despite home ice.
SourcePick Ideas
Golden Knights moneyline
Consider Vegas around -135 on the moneyline; the road-favorite price offers direct exposure without requiring a multi-goal win.
Over 5.5 goals
If available around -130, over 5.5 is a measured lean because both clubs have enough scoring potential for six goals, not a must-play.
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