The St. Louis Blues pulled even in their playoff series against the Winnipeg Jets with a decisive 5-1 victory on Sunday, showcasing their dominant home performance. Brayden Schenn, Tyler Tucker, and Justin Faulk contributed pivotal goals in the second period, establishing a lead that the Jets couldn’t overcome. Jordan Binnington was stellar in net, stopping 30 shots.

Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours also found the net, highlighting the Blues' offensive depth. The Jets struggled defensively, with Connor Hellebuyck getting pulled after allowing four goals, marking his second straight game of not finishing due to poor performance. The series now heads back to Winnipeg, where the stakes will be higher.

Brayden Schenn, Tyler Tucker, and Justin Faulk propelled the St. Louis Blues to a decisive 5-1 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, leveling the playoff series at 2-2. The Blues, dominating on home ice, saw Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours also contribute goals, while Jordan Binnington made 30 saves, extending their home winning streak to 14 games. Tucker’s first playoff goal was a highlight, coming just before he was injured. The Jets struggled defensively, with coach Scott Arniel noting missed coverage as a critical issue.

Hampus Lindholm's season is in jeopardy as Boston Bruins general manager Don Sweeney announced that the defenseman is "unlikely" to return this year following knee surgery. Lindholm is scheduled to undergo another procedure next week due to complications from a fractured patella tendon, an injury sustained while blocking a shot from Justin Faulk of the St. Louis Blues. This season, the All-Star has recorded three goals and four assists in just 17 games, reflecting a minus-4 rating. With a career total of 313 points over 762 games, Lindholm's absence could significantly impact the Bruins' defensive lineup.

The St. Louis Blues face the looming possibility of missing the playoffs for a third consecutive season, prompting speculation about a potential fire sale by GM Doug Armstrong ahead of the March trade deadline. Notably, captain Brayden Schenn's name has surfaced in trade talks, with reports suggesting a "very high asking price" for the veteran center, who has three years left on his contract valued at $6.5 million.

With teams like the Toronto Maple Leafs showing interest, Armstrong’s willingness to engage in negotiations could lead to significant roster changes, especially given the Blues’ recent player acquisitions and trades. Fellow forwards Pavel Buchnevich and Jordan Kyrou are also mentioned as potential trade candidates, further indicating that Armstrong is exploring options to refresh his lineup.

In a thrilling Winter Classic at Wrigley Field, Cam Fowler marked his 1,000th NHL game with two goals, leading the St. Louis Blues to a decisive 6-2 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks. The Blues showcased a dominant performance, with Justin Faulk contributing a goal and two assists, while Jordan Kyrou, Dylan Holloway, and Alexandre Texier also found the net. This win marked St. Louis' third victory in four games.

Meanwhile, the Blackhawks continued their struggle, suffering their fifth consecutive defeat, having been outscored 27-12 during this slump. Taylor Hall and Tyler Bertuzzi managed to score for Chicago in front of a lively crowd of 40,933.

In other NHL action, Kirby Dach's goal propelled the Montreal Canadiens past the Vegas Golden Knights, snapping their six-game winning streak. The Canadiens scored three unanswered goals after trailing 2-0, showcasing their resilience. Jakob Chychrun's goal helped the Washington Capitals defeat the Boston Bruins, while the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a win over the New York Islanders, moving into a tie for first place in the Atlantic Division.

The Detroit Red Wings celebrated Todd McLellan's 600th coaching victory with a win over the Pittsburgh Penguins, while the Philadelphia Flyers shut out the San Jose Sharks. The Colorado Avalanche continued their winning streak by defeating the Winnipeg Jets, and the Dallas Stars edged past the Buffalo Sabres. The Anaheim Ducks managed to overcome a late comeback from the New Jersey Devils, and the Minnesota Wild triumphed over the Nashville Predators. The Columbus Blue Jackets also secured a shootout victory against the Carolina Hurricanes.