A big difference defensively favors the visitors. Defending champion St. Louis is stocked with depth and talent again, winning three in a row by a 12-8 count. David Perron notched a pair of goals as St. Louis topped Ottawa 6-4 on Thursday so they are rested for this one. St. Louis is 38-14 against a team with a winning percentage below 25%. They face a Montreal squad that has allowed 18 goals in four games and is on a 26-55 run versus winning teams. Play St. Louis.
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