On January 7, the St. Louis Blues will face the Chicago Blackhawks at 8:30 p.m. CST. This matchup will take place in Chicago and will be broadcast on TNT, HBO Max, and 101 ESPN.
St. Louis Blues Projected Lineup for Jan. 7 vs. Chicago
Nathan Walker is set to make his return to the Blues’ lineup after recovering from an upper-body injury. His comeback comes nearly three weeks ahead of schedule. Walker last participated in a game on December 1 against Anaheim, initially expected to be sidelined for eight weeks. Missing 16 games and approximately five weeks, he will rejoin the lineup on the fourth line.
Lineup Changes
- Nathan Walker: Returns to the fourth line with Alexey Toropchenko and Oskar Sundqvist.
- Returning Players: Oskar Sundqvist will replace Robby Fabbri, returning after a rest during Saturday’s win against Montreal.
- Goaltending: Jordan Binnington will start in goal for the matchup.
Head Coach Jim Montgomery expressed confidence in Walker’s readiness, noting his high energy and work ethic. Walker credited the training staff for aiding his swift recovery, stating he is eager to return and contribute to the team’s effort to secure two points in this important game.
The Blues are looking forward to bolstering their performance with these reinforcements as they prepare for a competitive contest against the Blackhawks.
