It’s been an eventful week for the St. Louis Blues and Springfield Thunderbirds, with standout performances and playoff developments shaping the landscape. Cam Fowler set a new franchise record, while the Blues fought back to even their series against the Winnipeg Jets. Meanwhile, the Springfield Thunderbirds saw their postseason hopes end with a loss to the Providence Bruins. Get caught up on all the key moments and top performers of the week, along with a look ahead at the Blues’ upcoming schedule as their playoff journey continues.
This Weeks Headlines
Fowler Sets Franchise Record: In Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round, St. Louis Blues defenseman Cam Fowler set a franchise record by recording five points (one goal, four assists) in a single playoff game, surpassing the previous record of four points held by Brian Benning since 1987. Fowler became the first Blues defenseman and only the eighth in NHL history to achieve this feat. His performance helped the Blues to a 7–2 victory over the Winnipeg Jets, narrowing the series deficit to 2–1.
Springfield Thunderbirds Eliminated from Postseason: The St. Louis Blues’ AHL-affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds’ season concluded with a 5–1 loss to the Providence Bruins in Game 3 of their First Round playoff series on Sunday, April 27, 2025. Corey Schueneman opened the scoring early in the first period, but the T-Birds’ power play struggled, going scoreless on four opportunities. Providence tied the game in the second period and then dominated the third, scoring four unanswered goals, including two from Matthew Poitras and two from Riley Tufte. The defeat ended Springfield’s playoff run and marked the conclusion of their 2024–25 season .
Recap of the Week
Blues at WPG Game 2: In Game 2 of the Western Conference First Round, the Jets edged the Blues 2–1, taking a 2–0 series lead. Kyle Connor netted the game-winner 1:43 into the third period off a feed from Cole Perfetti. Mark Scheifele contributed a goal and an assist, while goaltender Connor Hellebuyck made 21 saves. Jimmy Snuggerud scored his first playoff goal for the Blues, who outshot the Jets early but couldn’t capitalize further. Despite strong efforts, the Blues couldn’t overcome the Jets’ defense and timely scoring. The series shifts to St. Louis for Game 3.
Blues vs WPG Game 3: In Game 3 of the Western Conference First Round, the Blues dominated the Jets with a 7–2 victory, narrowing the series deficit to 2–1. Pavel Buchnevich led the charge with his first career playoff hat trick and an assist. Defenseman Cam Fowler added a goal and four assists, setting a franchise record for most points by a Blues defenseman in a playoff game. Robert Thomas contributed four assists, while Jordan Binnington made 17 saves. The Blues capitalized early, scoring twice in the first three minutes. Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck allowed six goals before being replaced by Eric Comrie.
Cam Fowler gets his first goal in the postseason 👏 pic.twitter.com/QTEM9S7nPY
— B/R Open Ice (@BR_OpenIce) April 25, 2025
Blues vs WPG Game 4: In Game 4 of the Western Conference First Round, the St. Louis Blues defeated the Winnipeg Jets 5–1, evening the series at 2–2. Jake Neighbours led the Blues with his first playoff goal and two assists. Brayden Schenn added a goal and an assist, while Robert Thomas, Tyler Tucker, and Justin Faulk also scored. Jordan Binnington made 30 saves for St. Louis. The Blues pulled away with three goals in the second period and another early in the third, prompting the Jets to pull goalie Connor Hellebuyck after allowing five goals on 18 shots. Late in the third, Tucker was injured when he fell awkwardly on his right leg after a collision with Jets forward Brandon Tanev during a battle in the corner. Game 5 is scheduled for Wednesday in Winnipeg.
Top Performers of the Week - Three Games Played
Cam Fowler: 1 G – 6 A – 7 PTS – +3 – 8 SOG – 19:24 ATOI
Pavel Buchnevich: 3 G – 3 A – 6 PTS – +3 – 6 SOG – 19:22 ATOI
Robert Thomas: 1 G – 4 A – 5 PTS – +2 – 5 SOG – 19:21 ATOI – 50.9% FOW
Upcoming Schedule
Game 5: Wednesday April 30 @ WPG at 8:30pm CST
Game 6: Friday April 24 vs WPG at TBD
Game 7: Sunday May 4 vs WPG at TBD