Blues Edge Golden Knights 5-4 in Shootout

In a thrilling matchup on January 20, 2025, the St. Louis Blues edged the Vegas Golden Knights 5-4 in a shootout after the Golden Knights staged a dramatic comeback late in the game. The Blues took a commanding lead, with goals from Brayden Schenn, Nathan Walker, and Jake Neighbours, but the Golden Knights fought back, scoring two goals in the final minutes to tie the game, including a last-minute equalizer from Pavel Dorofeyev. Adin Hill made 24 saves for Vegas, while Jordan Binnington stopped 28 shots for the Blues, who improved their playoff positioning in the Western Conference with this win. Despite the loss, the Golden Knights remain one point ahead of the Edmonton Oilers in the Pacific Division, although they have now lost six of their last seven games. Tomas Hertl and Brett Howden also contributed goals for Vegas, with Shea Theodore providing four assists, showcasing his playmaking skills. This game marked the sixth time in their last seven matchups that the Golden Knights failed to secure a victory.