The Nashville Predators defeated the St. Louis Blues with a final score of 5-2 in a game where Saros made a crucial penalty shot save. Forsberg and Schenn contributed to the Predators' victory with goals, while O'Reilly scored an empty-netter. The Predators showcased strong play and desperation throughout the game.
Bingo. Luke Evangelista scores his 11th goal of the season. #Preds up 1-0 after both teams couldn't muster a shot in the first 5 minutes.
Nashville strikes first with a bad angle shot that Hill should probably have. Cotter had a chance for a clear and missed the puck just before. 1-0
final: #preds 5, #stlblues 2 ... Kyrou (5 on 3), Walker with goals. Team playing with more desperation was evident.
FINAL: #Preds 5, Blues 2 Nashville gets a big win in St. Louis to kickstart a 5-game road trip. Stay tuned for coverage over on @1025TheGame
5-2, empty netter by O'Reilly. The Preds are about to get a massive win in St. Louis.
Empty net St. Louis with 3+ minutes to play. #Preds
And it's 4-1, Luke Schenn's shot from the point tipped in front. #stlblues #preds
Forsberg with the wrister short side and it's 3-1. #stlblues #preds
END 2: #Preds 2, Blues 1 Nashville has the lead after 40 minutes of play. Saros with a big penalty shot save as the Predators escape their penalty woes.
END 1: #Preds 1, Blues 1 Nashville came out with pressure early but was snakebitten by penalties late in the period. Blues lead all scoring chances 13-10.
END 1: #Preds 1, Blues 1 Nashville came out with pressure early but was snakebitten by penalties late in the period. Blues lead all scoring chances 11-9.