In a thrilling Winter Classic at Wrigley Field, Cam Fowler marked his 1,000th NHL game with two goals, leading the St. Louis Blues to a decisive 6-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. The Blues showcased a dominant performance, with Justin Faulk contributing a goal and two assists, while Jordan Kyrou, Dylan Holloway, and Alexandre Texier also found the net. This win marked St. Louis' third victory in four games.
Meanwhile, the Blackhawks continued their struggle, suffering their fifth consecutive defeat, having been outscored 27-12 during this slump. Taylor Hall and Tyler Bertuzzi managed to score for Chicago in front of a lively crowd of 40,933.
In other NHL action, Kirby Dach's goal propelled the Montreal Canadiens past the Vegas Golden Knights, snapping their six-game winning streak. The Canadiens scored three unanswered goals after trailing 2-0, showcasing their resilience. Jakob Chychrun's goal helped the Washington Capitals defeat the Boston Bruins, while the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a win over the New York Islanders, moving into a tie for first place in the Atlantic Division.
The Detroit Red Wings celebrated Todd McLellan's 600th coaching victory with a win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, while the Philadelphia Flyers shut out the San Jose Sharks. The Colorado Avalanche continued their winning streak by defeating the Winnipeg Jets, and the Dallas Stars edged past the Buffalo Sabres. The Anaheim Ducks managed to overcome a late comeback from the New Jersey Devils, and the Minnesota Wild triumphed over the Nashville Predators. The Columbus Blue Jackets also secured a shootout victory against the Carolina Hurricanes.
