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Blues Dominate Jets in Game 3 Behind Buchnevich's Hat Trick and Fowler's Record Performance

St. Louis cuts Winnipeg's series lead to 2-1 with a 7-2 victory, fueled by standout individual efforts and early offensive bursts.

Apr 24, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) is congratulated by center Robert Thomas (18) after recording a hat trick against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images
Apr 24, 2025; Ottawa, Ontario, CAN; The Toronto Maple Leafs celebrate a goal goal scored by center Auston Matthews (34) in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Ottawa Senators at Canadian Tire Centre. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-Imagn Images
Apr 24, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Florida Panthers defenseman Nate Schmidt (88) celebrates after scoring a goal against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the first period in game two of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
St. Louis Blues' Jordan Kyrou (25) controls the puck as Winnipeg Jets' Josh Morrissey (44) defends during the second period in Game 3 of an NHL hockey first-round playoff series, Thursday, April 24, 2025, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Scott Kane)

Overview

  • Pavel Buchnevich recorded his first career playoff hat trick, scoring three goals and adding an assist to lead the Blues' offense.
  • Cam Fowler set a franchise record for points by a defenseman in a playoff game with one goal and four assists.
  • The Blues capitalized on a strong start, scoring three goals in the first period, including two from Buchnevich within the opening minutes.
  • Winnipeg’s starting goaltender Connor Hellebuyck was pulled after allowing six goals on 25 shots, marking a tough outing for the Jets' defense.
  • Game 4 is set for Sunday in St. Louis, with the Blues aiming to build on their momentum and even the series at 2-2.