The Winnipeg Jets, who finished the regular season with the NHL`s top record, are facing a tough challenge in their first-round playoff series. After taking a commanding 2-0 series lead, they were heavily outscored (12-3) in Games 3 and 4 by the St. Louis Blues, allowing the series to be tied at two games apiece.
As the series shifts back to Winnipeg for Game 5, the Jets are looking to regain momentum. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, Winnipeg is the favorite (-184) to win the series outright, while St. Louis is listed at +152.
For Game 5 itself, the latest SportsLine consensus odds position the Jets as -177 favorites on the money line, with the Blues at +147. The total goals line is set at 5.5, with the Over priced at +118 and the Under at -140. Detailed model projections and expert picks for this crucial Blues-Jets matchup are accessible via SportsLine.
The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NHL game 10,000 times to provide data-driven insights. Its top-rated player prop picks for each game are available under the `Prop Picks` tab, featuring ratings up to five stars. These model-backed selections are crucial for building successful parlays or same-game parlays on various sports betting platforms.
Suggested Blues-Jets Same-Game Parlay (+483 Payout)
- Kyle Connor Under 1.5 points (-260): Rated 4.5 stars
- Robert Thomas Under 0.5 points (+128): Rated 4 stars
- Josh Morrissey Under 0.5 points (-118): Rated 4 stars
Given that Game 5 is anticipated to be a lower-scoring contest (reflected in the Under 5.5 goals line at -140), it makes sense that the SportsLine model highlights three Unders for player point props. The top recommended pick, receiving a 4.5-star rating, is Kyle Connor Under 1.5 points. This pick is supported by Connor`s recent performance, as he has not surpassed this points total in his last five games when the Jets are favored against a team with a winning record. The model specifically projects Connor for 0.5 points tonight. Furthermore, the model predicts 0.2 points for Robert Thomas and 0.1 points for Josh Morrissey, leading to their respective Under prop recommendations.
