Florida Panthers Face Off Against St. Louis Blues in Game 53
The Florida Panthers and the St. Louis Blues are set to clash in Game 53 of the NHL season. This matchup takes place at the Enterprise Center in St. Louis. The Panthers come into the game with a record of 28 wins, 21 losses, and 3 overtime losses. Conversely, the Blues have struggled, managing only 19 wins against 25 losses and 9 overtime losses.
Game Details
Tonight’s game is crucial for both teams. The Panthers are six points away from a coveted playoff spot. Their recent performance included a hard-fought 4-3 loss against the Utah Mammoth, where notable plays came from Sandis Vilmanis, who scored his first NHL goal, and Cole Schwindt. Carter Verhaeghe also contributed with a late goal, extending his streak to three games.
Recent Performance of Both Teams
Florida’s starting goalie, Sergei Bobrovsky, faced 19 shots but could only block 16, resulting in the loss. On the other hand, the Blues are on a five-game winless streak, standing at 0-4-1. They faced the Dallas Stars last, losing 4-3. In that game, Brayden Schenn scored two goals, but St. Louis couldn’t hold onto a lead, as they fell victim to a last-minute goal by Thomas Harley.
Matchup Statistics
- Florida Panthers Record: 28-21-3
- St. Louis Blues Record: 19-25-9
- Last Meeting: STL 6, FLA 2 on December 20, 2025
- Projected Starters:
- Florida: Tarasov (8-6-2, .909, 2.53 GAA)
- St. Louis: Hofer (11-10-3, .902, 2.78 GAA)
Game Timing and Broadcast Information
The game will start at 8:00 PM ET. Fans can catch the action on various platforms, including Scripps and FDSNMW. Radio coverage is available on 560 WQAM and 106.3 ESPN.
As the Florida Panthers face off against the St. Louis Blues, both teams seek to turn their fortunes around in this critical matchup. The stakes are high as the Panthers remain in the hunt for a playoff spot, while the Blues look to break free from their losing streak.
