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Buchnevich's Hat Trick Leads Blues to Game 3 Win Over Jets

St. Louis dominates Winnipeg 7-2, cutting the Jets' series lead to 2-1 with pivotal performances from Buchnevich and Fowler.

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

Overview

  • Pavel Buchnevich recorded his first career playoff hat trick and added an assist, propelling the Blues to a commanding Game 3 victory.
  • Cam Fowler set a franchise record for points by a defenseman in a playoff game with a goal and four assists in the win.
  • Connor Hellebuyck, the Jets' standout goalie, was pulled after allowing six goals on 25 shots, with Eric Comrie stepping in for relief.
  • The Blues capitalized on special teams, scoring three power-play goals to further widen the gap in the decisive win.
  • Game 4 will take place in St. Louis on Sunday, with the Blues looking to even the series after regaining momentum on home ice.