The St. Louis Blues are set to face the Minnesota Wild on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The puck drops at 7:00 PM CST, and the game will be broadcast on FDSN, FDSWI, FDSMW, and ESPN+.
Team Form and Standings
- St. Louis Blues: The Blues hold a 31-28-7 record, placing them fifth in the Central Division and in the thick of the Western Conference Wild Card race. Despite a recent 5-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Blues have been competitive, going 6-2-2 in their last 10 games. They’ll look to bounce back and secure crucial points in this matchup.
- Minnesota Wild: The Wild are having a strong season with a 37-24-5 record, sitting fourth in the Central Division and holding the top Wild Card spot in the Western Conference. However, they are coming off a tough 3-2 overtime loss to the New York Rangers. The Wild are 2-2-1 in their last five games and will aim to solidify their playoff positioning with a win.
Key Players to Watch
- St. Louis Blues:
- Jordan Kyrou: Kyrou leads the Blues with 29 goals and 35 assists, making him the team’s top offensive weapon.
- Robert Thomas: The playmaking center has contributed 18 goals and 42 assists, showcasing his ability to create scoring opportunities.
- Jordan Binnington: The Blues’ goaltender has struggled against the Wild this season, posting a 0-3-0 record with a 3.75 goals-against average (GAA) and a .859 save percentage in their previous meetings.
- Minnesota Wild:
- Kirill Kaprizov: Kaprizov has been a standout performer, tallying 2 goals and 2 assists in the season series against the Blues. However, he remains sidelined with a lower-body injury.
- Ryan Hartman: Hartman has also recorded 2 goals and 2 assists in the season series and continues to be a key contributor.
- Filip Gustavsson: Gustavsson has been solid in net for the Wild, posting a 2-0-0 record with a 2.91 GAA and a .900 save percentage against the Blues this season.
Matchup Insights
- The Wild have dominated the season series, winning all three previous meetings: 4-1 on October 15, 4-2 on November 19, and 6-4 on January 7. Minnesota’s balanced attack and strong goaltending have been key factors in their success.
- Special teams could play a pivotal role in this game. The Blues’ power play is converting at 20.4%, while the Wild’s power play is slightly better at 20.7%. Both teams will need to capitalize on their opportunities with the man advantage.
- The Wild have been strong at home, boasting a 27-14-9 all-time record against the Blues at the Xcel Energy Center.
Injuries and Lineups
- St. Louis Blues: The Blues are dealing with injuries to key defensemen Torey Krug and Nick Leddy, both sidelined with lower-body injuries. Forward Radek Faksa is also out.
- Minnesota Wild: The Wild are without Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek, and Jonas Brodin, all sidelined with lower-body injuries. Despite these absences, the Wild have shown resilience and depth.
