The Winnipeg Jets are hosting the St. Louis Blues for Game 2 of their first-round series on Monday, following a 5-3 victory in Game 1. Winnipeg overcame a deficit in the third period, with Kyle Connor, the team`s leading scorer, netting the go-ahead goal. Connor and Mark Scheifele each tallied three points in the opener. Jordan Kyrou of St. Louis scored a power-play goal, briefly putting the Blues ahead. The question is, which players will shine in Game 2?
Winnipeg is favored to win Game 2, but the betting odds suggest an exciting and closely contested matchup. Experts are providing projections and picks for the game, focusing on player performance.
Top Player Prop Picks for Blues-Jets Game 2 SGP (+575)
- Kyle Connor Under 1.5 points (-220): 4.5 stars
- Robert Thomas Under 0.5 points (+144): 4 stars
- Josh Morrissey Under 0.5 points (-111): 4 stars
Despite his strong Game 1, projections indicate Kyle Connor is likely to score under 1.5 points in Game 2, as the Blues are expected to adjust their strategy. Robert Thomas, St. Louis`s top scorer, is projected for under 0.5 points, offering good value at +144 odds. Josh Morrissey, even after two assists in Game 1, is also projected to stay under 0.5 points for this game. Combining these player props into a same-game parlay offers a potentially high payout.
