At Honda Center on Sunday, the St. Louis Blues defeated the Anaheim Ducks 6-5 in shootout, with Robert Thomas showcasing his skill with a goal and three assists.
Brayden Schenn added a goal and an assist, Jordan Binnington stood tall with 33 saves, while Jordan Kyrou made a major contribution with three assists for the Blues.
The Blues showed resiliency and commitment in the face of adversity, including losing two straight games before, as they secured a vital victory to increase their chances of making the playoffs.
Thomas Leads Charge in Thrilling Win Against Ducks
After dominating the Ducks, St. Louis has closed the gap to just five points behind the Vegas Golden Knights for the second wild-card berth in the Western Conference.
Zack Bolduc’s goal just 11 seconds into the first period set the tone for the Blues’ unrelenting push and gave the game an exciting start. At 12:36, Matthew Kessel scored his first NHL goal, extending their advantage and demonstrating the team’s offensive strength and depth.
The Ducks’ Nikita Nesterenko and Frank Vatrano answered, but Robert Thomas’ second goal kept the Blues ahead and demonstrated his influence on the team’s performance.
The Ducks mounted a valiant comeback, with goals from Vatrano and Leo Carlsson, but the Blues held their nerve and persevered. Pavel Buchnevich’s clinical finish and Brayden Schenn’s power-play goal cemented their domination and sealed a hard-fought victory in regulation time.
The encounter demonstrated the Blues’ spirit and determination, as they overcame adversity to emerge victorious. With crucial points on the line, every player stepped up to deliver a performance worthy of commendation, propelling the team closer to their playoff aspirations.
