The St. Louis Blues clinched a wild-card playoff berth in the Western Conference after a decisive 6-1 victory over Utah. Key players like Pavel Buchnevich, who notched a goal and two assists, and Jordan Kyrou, who scored twice, led the charge. The team has been on an impressive run, going 19-4-3 in their last 26 games to secure their postseason spot for the first time since 2022. Jordan Binnington also had a standout performance, making 22 saves.

A fast start by the Blues saw them score four goals in the opening period, putting them in a dominant position. With a franchise-record 12 consecutive home wins, they are set to face the league-leading Winnipeg Jets in the playoffs. However, the game ended on a somber note with Robert Thomas leaving due to a lower-body injury, raising concerns about his availability moving forward.