The stars seem aligned for a low-scoring affair in St. Louis tonight. Both teams rank near the bottom of the league in offensive metrics, with Washington averaging a measly 2.3 goals per game (30th) and the Blues managing only 2.6 (26th). Both clubs struggle to put the puck in the net, and Washington has even gone cold, scoring 3 or fewer goals in their last four outings.
The Blues' road woes add another layer to the under case. They've netted 2 goals or less in 8 of their last 9 away games, suggesting their offensive struggles translate well to hostile environments. Furthermore, they've historically succeeded with the under as road underdogs, boasting a 12-3-1 record in their last 16 such games.