I like that Schenn, Tarasenko, Barbashev, Buchnevich, and a few others have upped their intensity because with O'Reilly out, the team really needs everyone to step up.
HOOORRIBLE goalie intender interference call on Saad! I never bitch about refs but that's absurd. He slows down after his shot and Edler shoves him into Quick. Atrocious call. Beer league officiating.
Great block by stickless Thomas!!! Everybody is stepping up because it's needed with O'Reilly out. Not only do they miss his great 2-way play, great forecheck, and Neutral Zone excellence, - but they really miss his 60+% faceoff winning both in th O-Zone and The D-Zone.
Good 2nd Period by The Blues. They dominated possession again. Maybe The Kings will tire some in The 3rd, and The Blues will be able to take advantage and score off the rush. A couple insurance goals would be nice.
The Blues look a little tired, with slowing down and limp passes and weak attempts at defending. They need to start skating hard and take back the momentum.