The St. Louis Blues are set to face off against the Chicago Blackhawks on December 12 at 7 p.m. The highly anticipated match will take place at the Enterprise Center and will be broadcast on ESPN+, Hulu, Disney+, and 101 ESPN.
Projected Lineup for December 12 Match Against Chicago
One notable change will be made to the Blues’ lineup. Forward Matt Luff will replace Aleksanteri Kaskimaki, who has been reassigned to the Springfield Thunderbirds. Luff will join the fourth line alongside teammates Hugh McGing and Oskar Sundqvist.
Starting Goalie and Defense Strategy
Head coach Jim Montgomery confirmed that Joel Hofer will start in goal for this matchup. The team’s defensive pairings will revert to their previous configurations after a disappointing 7-2 loss to the Nashville Predators on Thursday.
Coaching Insights
Montgomery emphasized the importance of teamwork ahead of the game against the Blackhawks. He reflected on the need for players to support one another, referencing their recent victories in Montreal and Ottawa.
- Matchup: St. Louis Blues vs. Chicago Blackhawks
- Date & Time: December 12 at 7 p.m.
- Broadcast: ESPN+, Hulu, Disney+, 101 ESPN
- Lineup Change: Matt Luff in for Aleksanteri Kaskimaki
- Starting Goalie: Joel Hofer
- Recent Performance: Lost 7-2 to Nashville
Montgomery noted that while the previous wins were not perfect, the team’s commitment to each other had improved. Fans in St. Louis have also expressed their hopes for a better display in the upcoming game.
