Robert Thomas Returns:: Blues' center Robert Thomas is back after recovering from a lower-body injury. His return is expected to bolster the team's offensive depth.
Projected Blues Lineup:: The projected lineup includes Brayden Schenn, Robert Thomas, Jimmy Snuggerud, and Joel Hofer as the starting goalie.
How to Watch:: The game will be broadcast on ESPN+. Streaming is available on ESPN+ with a Fubo account.
Betting Odds:: Minnesota is favored with a -1.5 puck line and a -235 moneyline. The total over/under is set at 6 goals.
Injury Updates:: Key players like Joel Eriksson Ek and Jonas Brodin are day-to-day or out for the Wild, while Robert Thomas and Colton Parayko are listed as day-to-day or out for the Blues.
The Minnesota Wild (35-15-10) host the St. Louis Blues (21-29-9) at Grand Casino Arena on March 1, 2026, at 5 p.m. ET.
The Wild are currently third in the Western Conference with 80 points, while the Blues are 15th with 51 points.
Blues:
Forwards: Brayden Schenn - Robert Thomas - Jimmy Snuggerud, Jake Neighbours - Pavel Buchnevich - Jordan Kyrou, Dylan Holloway - Dalibor Dvorsky - Pius Suter, Alexey Toropchenko - Jack Finley - Oskar Sundqvist
Defense: Philip Broberg - Justin Faulk, Cam Fowler - Logan Mailloux, Tyler Tucker - Matthew Kessel
Goalie: Joel Hofer
Kirill Kaprizov (Wild): 73 points (33 goals, 40 assists) in 60 games.
Pavel Buchnevich (Blues): 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists) in 59 games.
The Wild average 3.3 goals per game (7th in the NHL), while the Blues average 2.6 goals per game (28th in the NHL).
Wild:: Filip Gustavsson (Illness), Joel Eriksson Ek (Face), Jonas Brodin (Lower Body)
Blues:: Robert Thomas (Leg), Colton Parayko (Back)
Puck Line: Minnesota -1.5 (+110) vs. St. Louis +1.5 (-130)
Moneyline: Minnesota -235 vs. St. Louis +195
Total: 6 (Over -115, Under -105)
Where can I watch the Blues vs. Wild game?
The game will be broadcast on ESPN+.
When does Robert Thomas return for the Blues?
Robert Thomas returns to the lineup on March 1 against the Minnesota Wild.
What are the betting odds for the game?
Minnesota is favored with a -1.5 puck line and a -235 moneyline. The total is set at 6.
Robert Thomas's return is a significant boost for the St. Louis Blues.
The Minnesota Wild are strong favorites, reflecting their superior position in the Western Conference.
Key injuries on both sides could impact the game's outcome. Monitor updates before placing bets.
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