Minnesota at St. Louis

Another battle of two powerhouse defensive teams. Minnesota can play any style at seventh in the NHL in goals scored, eighth in penalty killing. But the offense has scored one goal in each of the last three games, down 3-0. The Wild are desperate but do have plenty of talent to get back in the series, second in the NHL in goals scored, with a top 10 power play. Two of the first three games have been decided by one goal. Minnesota got 41 shots on goal the last game, putting 19 shots on net in the third period but couldn't score. Minnesota has won five of the last six playing on two days of rest. St. Louis prefers a defensive style, 15-3-3 UNDER the total against the Western Conference. Look for another close defensive game and for the talented and balanced visitors to finally break through. Play Minnesota and UNDER the total.