In an exciting showdown, Logan Mailloux scored his first goal of the season, leading the St. Louis Blues to a 3-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. The match featured intense moments, including a last-second altercation that left Blackhawks’ star Connor Bedard visibly injured.
Key Match Highlights
- Date: The match took place recently, marking Mailloux’s 20th game of the season.
- Final Score: Blues 3, Blackhawks 2
Logan Mailloux’s First Goal
Logan Mailloux opened the scoring during the first period. He was left unmarked on the left wing as Robert Thomas set him up perfectly. Mailloux made no mistake, firing a shot past goalie Spencer Knight.
Scoring Summary
- Mailloux – 1st goal of the season.
- Matt Duff – Scored his first of the season.
- Justin Faulk – Added his seventh goal.
- Robert Thomas – Recorded two assists.
- Wyatt Kaiser and Andre Burakovsky – Scored for the Blackhawks.
- Connor Bedard – Two assists before sustaining an injury.
Goaltending Performance
| Goalie | Saves | Goals Against |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer Knight (Blackhawks) | 23 | 3 |
| Joel Hofer (Blues) | 27 | 2 |
Game Dynamics
In the first period, the Blues demonstrated strong offensive strategies, with Mailloux and Duff scoring to establish an early lead. The Blackhawks responded with a goal from Kaiser, cutting the lead going into the second period.
In the second period, Justin Faulk showcased his skills, scoring after a slick setup. The Blues maintained pressure but faltered in the third, allowing Burakovsky to capitalize on a defensive slip.
Injury Update
The match concluded on a tense note when Connor Bedard got involved in a stick battle with Brandon Schenn, resulting in a shoulder injury. Bedard left the ice in considerable pain, raising concerns for the Blackhawks moving forward.
This victory brings the Blues closer to the Blackhawks in the standings, sitting just one point behind. With a record of 12 wins in 33 games, the Blues aim to build on this momentum in future matches.
