The Winnipeg Jets and St. Louis Blues are set to face off in a pivotal Game 6 of their first-round Stanley Cup Playoff series on May 2, 2025, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, Missouri. Puck drop is scheduled for 7:00 p.m. CT, with the game broadcast live on FanDuel Sports Network, TNT, truTV, and MAX.
Winnipeg leads the best-of-seven series 3-2, putting St. Louis in a must-win scenario to force a decisive Game 7. The home team has won every game in the series so far, which bodes well for the Blues as they return to their home ice.
Team Form and Key Players
Winnipeg Jets (Presidents’ Trophy Winners, No. 1 Seed)
Winnipeg has been dominant throughout the regular season, finishing with the best record in the NHL. They secured a 5-3 victory in Game 5, bouncing back after two consecutive losses in St. Louis.
Key Players:
- Kyle Connor – Leads the Jets in playoff scoring, consistently delivering clutch performances.
- Mark Scheifele – A key playmaker, providing offensive firepower and leadership.
- Connor Hellebuyck – The Vezina Trophy finalist has been solid in net, but struggled in Games 3 and 4.
Winnipeg will need Hellebuyck to regain his form and their top scorers to continue producing to close out the series on the road.
St. Louis Blues (Wild Card Team, No. 8 Seed)
St. Louis has defied expectations all season, going 19-4-3 in their final stretch to secure a playoff spot. They suffered a 5-3 loss in Game 5, but have been dominant at home, winning 14 straight games at Enterprise Center dating back to the regular season.
Key Players:
- Cam Fowler – On a five-game playoff point streak (one goal, eight assists), leading the Blues’ defense.
- Justin Faulk – A crucial presence on the blue line, contributing offensively and defensively.
- Jordan Binnington – The Blues’ goaltender has been strong at home, but will need to step up again.
St. Louis will rely on their home-ice advantage and defensive discipline to extend the series.
Key Matchups and Strategies
- Connor vs. Blues’ Defense – St. Louis must contain Connor, who has been Winnipeg’s most dangerous scorer.
- Hellebuyck vs. Binnington – Goaltending will be crucial, with both netminders needing to deliver under pressure.
- Special Teams Battle – Winnipeg’s power play has struggled, while St. Louis has capitalized on key opportunities.
- Physicality & Momentum – The Blues have thrived in high-intensity games, and their aggressive forecheck could be a deciding factor.
Game Odds
Winnipeg Jets 5.5
St. Louis Blues – 118
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, May 1, 2025
