St. Louis Blues Make Surprising Healthy Scratch
The Buffalo Sabres returned to the ice Thursday night to face a struggling St. Louis Blues team. The Blues hold a 4-8-2 record this season and have performed poorly recently, going 1-6-2 in their last nine games. This includes a tough 6-1 loss to the Washington Capitals the previous night.
Blues Search for Solutions
In an effort to find answers, the Blues explored various options and made a surprising decision regarding their lineup. Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reported that Jordan Kyrou will be a healthy scratch for the game.
Head coach Jim Montgomery said about the decision: “Many players could have been scratched after last night’s game, and ultimately I decided on this group tonight.”
Significance of the Scratch
Kyrou is currently tied for second on the team in goals and points. Coming into this season, he had three consecutive years with 30 or more goals and has not been seen as a problem for the Blues. Additionally, he has been productive against Buffalo, recording nine points in ten career games.
Impact on Buffalo Sabres
This development is positive news for the Sabres, as they now face one less potent goal scorer from the Blues' roster.
Author's Summary
The St. Louis Blues' decision to bench top scorer Jordan Kyrou offers a strategic opportunity for the Buffalo Sabres against a struggling opponent.