Pavel Buchnevich delivered a standout performance, scoring a hat trick and contributing an assist, leading the St. Louis Blues to a decisive 7-2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets in Game 3 of their playoff series. Cam Fowler also shone brightly with a goal and four assists, while Robert Thomas added three assists. This win cut the Jets’ series lead to 2-1. Buchnevich opened the scoring early, and the Blues never looked back, dominating both offensively and defensively. Connor Hellebuyck struggled in net for Winnipeg, giving up six goals before being replaced.

In the first period alone, St. Louis built a significant lead with goals from Buchnevich and Fowler, making it clear they were determined to turn the series around. Despite a brief resurgence from the Jets, highlighted by goals from David Gustafsson and Neal Pionk, the Blues maintained control, with Jordan Binnington making pivotal saves when needed. The series now shifts back to St. Louis for Game 4.