St. Louis Blues Make a 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 gone 1-6-2 in their last nine games, including a heavy 6-1 defeat to the Washington Capitals the night before.
Blues Seek Solutions with New Decisions
In a search for answers, the Blues have chosen to take a surprising step. Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reported that Jordan Kyrou will be a healthy scratch for the upcoming game.
Head coach Jim Montgomery said, “Many players could have been scratched after last night’s game, and ultimately I decided on this group tonight.”
Implications of Benching Kyrou
Kyrou, who is tied for second in both goals and points on the Blues, has been a consistent scorer entering this season with three consecutive 30+ goal seasons. He has performed well against the Sabres, tallying nine points in 10 career games.
Good News for the Buffalo Sabres
For Buffalo, Kyrou’s absence is positive news, as it removes one of the Blues’ top offensive threats from the ice.
Author’s summary: The Blues' decision to scratch Jordan Kyrou, a key scorer, offers a significant advantage to the struggling Buffalo Sabres in their upcoming matchup.