Blues Continue Playoff Push with Win Over Ducks, Face Kings Next

Brayden Schenn's two-goal performance highlights St. Louis' recent surge as they sit just outside the Western Conference playoff picture.

The St. Louis Blues defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-3 on Friday, extending their strong 7-1-1 run and closing in on a Western Conference wild-card spot.
Brayden Schenn scored twice, including the game-winning empty-net goal, and now has 40 points this season despite trade rumors surrounding him.
The Blues will face the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday for the third time in eight days, after winning the previous two matchups, including a shootout victory on Wednesday.
The Kings, currently third in the Pacific Division, have struggled offensively and are on a five-game losing streak, with a league-worst power-play performance this season.
Los Angeles recently acquired forward Andrei Kuzmenko to bolster their power play, hoping his scoring ability can provide a much-needed offensive boost.