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 have a 4-8-2 record this season and have gone 1-6-2 over their last nine games, including a heavy 6-1 defeat to the Washington Capitals the previous night.
Blues Coach Makes Unexpected Decision
In search of solutions, the Blues opted for a surprising lineup change. Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reported that Jordan Kyrou will be a healthy scratch. Head coach Jim Montgomery commented on the choice:
“Many players could have been scratched after last night’s game, and ultimately I decided on this group tonight.”
Jordan Kyrou’s Impact and Performance
Kyrou, tied for second in goals and points on the team, has been a consistent scorer for the Blues. He entered the season with three consecutive campaigns of 30 or more goals and has not appeared to be the issue for the team. His strong performance against the Sabres is notable, with nine points in 10 career games.
Implications for Buffalo Sabres
This development is advantageous for the Sabres, as it means they won't face one of the Blues' top goal scorers in this matchup.
Summary: The St. Louis Blues' unexpected decision to scratch key scorer Jordan Kyrou offers a strategic edge to the Buffalo Sabres in their upcoming game.