Pavel Buchnevich's Hat Trick Leads Blues to Historic 4-0 Win Over Islanders
Buchnevich's performance, including a franchise record of three goals in 32 seconds, intensifies trade talks as the NHL deadline nears.
- Pavel Buchnevich's hat trick propels the St. Louis Blues to a 4-0 victory over the New York Islanders, marking his fourth career hat trick.
- The Blues set a franchise record by scoring three goals in 32 seconds during the second period, surpassing the previous record of three goals in 36 seconds set in 1993.
- Jordan Binnington earns his third shutout of the season, making 38 saves and tying Curtis Joseph for third on the franchise wins list.
- Buchnevich's performance intensifies NHL trade talks as the deadline approaches, with scouts attending recent games to observe him.
- The Blues aim to improve their five-on-five scoring, as they currently rank No. 26 in the NHL with 2.28 five-on-five goals per 60 minutes.