Blues Defeat Blackhawks 6-2 in Winter Classic

In the 2025 NHL Winter Classic at Wrigley Field, the St. Louis Blues defeated the Chicago Blackhawks 6-2, highlighted by Cam Fowler scoring twice in his 1,000th NHL game. Justin Faulk contributed with a goal and two assists, while Jordan Kyrou, Dylan Holloway, and Alexandre Texier also found the net for St. Louis. The Blackhawks, who suffered their fifth consecutive loss, scored through Taylor Hall and Tyler Bertuzzi but struggled defensively, having been outscored 27-12 in their losing streak. In a separate matchup, the Montreal Canadiens overcame a 2-0 deficit to beat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-2, ending Vegas's six-game winning streak with Kirby Dach netting the decisive goal. Jakob Chychrun of the Washington Capitals also tied for the most goals among NHL defensemen by scoring his 11th goal of the season in a win against Boston. The Blues' victory and the Canadiens' comeback highlight significant shifts in the NHL landscape as teams approach the new year.