Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025 | 3:02 p.m.
After the Blues on Monday handed them their fourth straight loss, the Vegas Golden Knights will get a chance for revenge at 5 p.m. today in St. Louis.
Monday’s result was the closest the Golden Knights have come to victory in a week. They lost in a shootout, 5-4.
Vegas trailed late, but goals from Jack Eichel and Pavel Dorofeyev pushed the game into overtime. Eichel missed a tap-in, game-winning goal, pushing the puck just wide, and Mark Stone shot the puck over the net on a breakaway.
In the shootout, Eichel was the only player to score, as Victor Olofsson and Pavel Dorofeyev couldn’t find the back of the net.
Vegas had every chance to win in extra time, but they couldn’t get the puck to bounce their way or came up a play short.
Two positives that have come out of this losing stretch are Tomas Hertl and Dorofeyev.
Hertl has 10 points in his last six games, including a three-point performance in a 5-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Jan. 18.
Dorofeyev has nine points in his last five games, including his first career hat trick in a 5-3 loss to the Nashville Predators on Jan. 14.
The injury bug is beginning to flare up again. Cole Schwindt will miss his second straight game due to a lower-body injury.
On Thursday, it was announced that William Karlsson is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy said at Tuesday’s practice that he’s unsure if Brett Howden will travel with the team this week due to illness.
In response to injuries, the Golden Knights have called up Tanner Laczynski and Brendan Brisson from Henderson. This will be Brisson’s first NHL game since Oct. 30.
The Golden Knights are at risk again of falling out of first place in the Pacific Division.
The Edmonton Oilers, who are a point behind Vegas, play the Vancouver Canucks tonight. If the Golden Knights lose, the Oilers can take the divisional lead with a win.
Players to watch
Golden Knights: Pavel Dorofeyev (forward) 47 games played, 20 goals, 10 assists, 30 points; Tomas Hertl (center) 47 games played, 16 goals, 20 assists, 36 points; Jack Eichel (center) 46 games played, 12 goals, 46 assists, 58 points.
St. Louis: Brayden Schenn (center) 48 games played, 11 goals, 18 assists, 29 points; Jake Neighbours (forward) 48 games played, 13 goals, 11 assists, 24 points; Dylan Holloway (forward) 48 games played, 15 goals, 21 assists, 36 points.
Non-active players
Golden Knights: Cole Schwindt (lower body), William Karlsson (lower body).
St. Louis: Nick Leddy (lower body), Torey Krug (ankle).
How to watch
TV: Scripps Sports (Cox Communications, channel 38), KnightTime+ (streaming)
Betting line
Golden Knights -148 St. Louis +124. Over/under 6.5 (+110/-130)
Who is in goal
Golden Knights: TBD
St. Louis: Joel Hofer – 15 games played, 10-4-1 record, 2.73 goals against average, .906 save percentage, 1 shutout.
The Vegas Golden Knights are gearing up for a rematch against the St. Louis Blues in St. Louis, and they are hungry for redemption after suffering a tough loss in their last meeting. The Golden Knights are currently in the midst of a hot streak, and they are determined to continue their winning ways as they face off against the Blues once again.
In their previous matchup, the Golden Knights fell to the Blues in a close game that went into overtime. Despite putting up a strong fight, the Golden Knights ultimately came up short and are now looking to even the score in their upcoming game.
The Golden Knights have been playing with a sense of urgency and determination, and they are confident that they have what it takes to come out on top this time around. With a talented roster and a strong team mentality, the Golden Knights are ready to take on the challenge and show the Blues what they are made of.
Fans can expect an intense and competitive game as the Golden Knights look to avenge their loss and come out victorious in St. Louis. Be sure to tune in and support the Golden Knights as they aim to continue their winning streak and secure a crucial win against the Blues. Let’s go, Golden Knights! #VegasStrong.
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