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Blues Edge Kings in Shootout to Extend Playoff Push

St. Louis overcomes Los Angeles in a 3-2 shootout victory, fueled by Robert Thomas’ standout performance and Jordan Binnington's clutch saves.

Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke passes the puck against the Dallas Stars during the first period Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, in Dallas. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Kings right wing Adrian Kempe moves the puck away from St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas during the third period on Wednesday night at Crypto.com Arena. The Blues won, 3-2, in a shootout. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Overview

  • Robert Thomas scored in regulation and sealed the shootout win for the Blues, extending his point streak to 11 games with 5 goals and 10 assists during that span.
  • St. Louis improved to 6-1-1 in their last eight games, moving within one point of the Western Conference’s final wild-card playoff spot.
  • Jordan Binnington made 21 saves, including two critical stops in overtime, and denied two of three Kings’ shootout attempts to secure the victory.
  • The Kings suffered their fifth consecutive loss, remaining in third place in the Pacific Division but falling three points behind Edmonton for second place.
  • Quinton Byfield and Trevor Moore scored in regulation for Los Angeles, with Moore netting his sixth goal in 11 games, but the team’s offensive struggles persisted.