The Western Conference First Round series between the St. Louis Blues and Winnipeg Jets is now a full-on sprint to three wins, with Game 5 looming large on Wednesday night at Canada Life Centre (9:30 p.m. ET; CBC, TVAS, SN, ESPN).
After two lopsided wins at home, the Blues (+140 underdogs) carry all the momentum, while the top-seeded Jets (-165 favorites) are suddenly facing real questions — especially in net.
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Key Betting Storylines for Game 5
1. Hellebuyck’s Struggles Continue
Winnipeg’s Connor Hellebuyck — the likely Vezina Trophy finalist — has been pulled in back-to-back games after allowing 11 goals on 43 shots. His recent playoff record (3-10, 4.53 GAA) is a major red flag for bettors backing Winnipeg at home.
2. Blues Rolling with Physical Play
St. Louis is getting prime value as road underdogs thanks to aggressive forechecking, net-front dominance, and clutch scoring from their defense. They’ve outscored the Jets 12-3 over the past two games.
3. Home-Ice Advantage?
Winnipeg worked all season to secure home-ice advantage, but Game 5 could be a true test. The Jets were a strong 27-10-4 at home during the regular season — can they find that form again under pressure?
4. Total Trends
The Over (6.5 goals) has hit in two of the last three games. If the Blues stay hot and the Jets push back offensively, this could be another high-scoring affair.
Current Odds (via BetNewsUpdate Sportsbook Partners)
- Moneyline: Winnipeg Jets -165, St. Louis Blues +140
- Puck Line: Winnipeg -1.5 (+145), St. Louis +1.5 (-170)
- Over/Under: 6.5 Goals (Over -115, Under -105)
Top Prop Bets to Watch:
🎯 Auston Matthews Anytime Goal (+100)
🎯 Jake Neighbours Anytime Goal (+300)
🎯 Connor Hellebuyck Over 28.5 Saves (-120)
BetNewsUpdate.com Pick:
Best Value Play: Blues +1.5 (-170) — This series is far closer than the odds suggest, and with St. Louis buzzing, taking the extra puck line protection is a smart play.
Lean: Over 6.5 goals (-115)
🎟️ Game 5 Quick Bet Slip — Blues vs Jets
🏒 Moneyline:
✅ St. Louis Blues +140
✅ Winnipeg Jets -165
📈 Puck Line:
✅ Blues +1.5 (-170)
✅ Jets -1.5 (+145)
🔥 Over/Under:
✅ Over 6.5 Goals (-115)
✅ Under 6.5 Goals (-105)
🎯 Top Prop Bets:
✅ Jake Neighbours Anytime Goal (+300)
✅ Connor Hellebuyck Over 28.5 Saves (-120)
💰 BetNewsUpdate Picks:
✔️ Best Value: Blues +1.5 (-170)
✔️ Lean: Over 6.5 Goals (-115)
📺 Puck Drops: 9:30 PM ET | Canada Life Centre | CBC, TVAS, SN, ESPN
