For a hot minute, it seemed like the Blues were gonna pull off another tough playoff win. Then they went and made a big ol’ statement. St. Louis straight-up steamrolled the Winnipeg Jets, who had snagged the Presidents’ Trophy, with a score of 5-1 in Game 4 of the Western Conference First Round. This victory evened the series at 2-2, giving the Blues a fighting chance.
The Blues came out swinging after getting trounced 7-2 in Game 3, completely flipping the momentum in their favor. But just when things were looking up, disaster struck. Defenseman Tyler Tucker took a nasty spill late in the third period, injuring his right leg. He took a tumble while trying to lay a hit on Brandon Tanev and ended up crashing awkwardly into the boards, taking the brunt of the impact on both legs. Ouch.
Tucker had to be helped off the ice and into the locker room, leaving fans and teammates concerned. Coach Jim Montgomery didn’t have much to say postgame about Tucker’s condition, but early indications suggest he might be out for the rest of the series — or even longer if the Blues advance. Yikes.
Now, let’s talk about the upcoming showdown between the Jets and Blues. So, where can you catch all the action? Well, the game will be airing live on ESPN, with the one and only John Buccigross on play-by-play and Kevin Weekes providing the analysis. If you’re not near a TV, you can stream the game on Fubo. And hey, Fubo offers a free trial for newbies, so you can test it out before committing. Nice.
As for the start time, mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 30, at 9:30 p.m. ET. That’s when the puck will drop for Game 5 at the Canada Life Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Don’t miss it!
But wait, what if you prefer to listen to the game on the radio? Well, you’re in luck because you can tune in to SiriusXM for all the live action. And guess what? New subscribers get a sweet deal — four months of SiriusXM for free. That’s a steal. So, kick back, relax, and enjoy the game on the airwaves.
Now, let’s take a gander at the schedule for the Jets vs. Blues series. With the series tied at 2-2, things are bound to get spicy. Game 5 on Wednesday will be followed by Game 6 in St. Louis on Friday, May 2. And hey, if necessary, Game 7 will be back in Winnipeg on Sunday, May 4. It’s gonna be a nail-biter, folks.
Looking ahead, here are some key dates to keep in mind for the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and offseason. The first round kicks off on April 19, followed by the NHL Draft Lottery on May 5 or 6. The NHL Scouting Combine will be held in Buffalo from June 1 to 7, with the Stanley Cup Finals Game 7 (if needed) scheduled for June 23. And don’t forget about the NHL Draft in Los Angeles on June 27-28. So much hockey, so little time.
So, there you have it, folks. The Blues and Jets are locked in a fierce battle, with no clear winner in sight. Will the Blues pull off a miraculous comeback, or will the Jets soar to victory? Only time will tell. Grab your popcorn, settle in, and get ready for some heart-stopping hockey action. It’s gonna be a wild ride.
