In a thrilling Canadian showdown that had Rogers Place on the edge of its seats, the St. Louis Blues snapped their seven-game losing streak with a dramatic 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday night.
The game marked a milestone moment for Slovak rookie Dalibor Dorsky, who scored his first-ever NHL goal in spectacular fashion. The 19-year-old forward's historic moment came early in the second period, giving Blues fans something extra to celebrate.
Binnington Stands Tall Against Oilers' Offense
Jordan Binnington delivered a masterclass in goaltending, turning away 38 of 40 shots in what can only be described as a brick-wall performance. The Oilers, despite outshooting the Blues 40-25, couldn't solve Binnington when it mattered most.
"He was phenomenal tonight," Blues interim coach Drew Bannister said of his netminder. "When we needed the big saves, he was there. That's the Binnington we know and need."
Special Teams Prove Decisive
The Blues' power play unit came through when it counted, with Brandon Saad and Jake Neighbours both capitalizing on man-advantage opportunities. Meanwhile, Edmonton's typically dangerous power play went 0-for-3, a key factor in the final outcome.
Oilers captain Connor McDavid acknowledged the special teams battle: "Their power play capitalized, ours didn't. In a one-goal game, that's often the difference."
What This Means for Both Teams
For the Blues, this victory provides crucial momentum as they look to climb back into playoff contention. Ending a seven-game slide against one of the league's hottest teams could be the spark they need.
The Oilers, meanwhile, see their impressive run halted but remain in strong position in the Pacific Division. The loss serves as a reminder that even the best teams can't take nights off in the competitive Western Conference.
Both teams now look ahead to their next matchups, with the Blues hoping to build on this character win and the Oilers eager to start a new winning streak.
