League: NHL Sport: Hockey Country: United States Category: Scores & Results

Blues falter against Blackhawks, losing 4-2 in Chicago

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 4:19 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Blues falter against Blackhawks, losing 4-2 in Chicago

Summary

The St. Louis Blues lost to the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 in Chicago on October 6, ending their season-opening road trip with a 1-2-0 record. The game featured an overturned goal that disrupted the Blues' momentum early in the second period. Despite a strong push in the third period, inconsistencies during the game allowed Chicago to secure their first victory of the season. The top line for the Blues struggled, leading to strategic adjustments by Coach Jim Montgomery ahead of their home opener on Thursday.

Source Links

Yahoo Sports

Status Watch

•St. Louis scored first with a goal from Mason McTavish in the first period.
•An early second-period goal by Connor McMichael was overturned due to offsides.
•Chicago's Sam Rinzel tied the game before Anton Frondell put the Blackhawks ahead.
•Key players like McMichael and Parayko performed well despite the loss.
•Montgomery plans to adjust line combinations to improve offensive production.

Latest Updates

4:19 AMYahoo Sports — Instant Analysis: Blues Fall To Lowly Blackhawks 4-2, End Road Trip On Sour Note

What they're saying

"
Overturned goal zapped momentum, St. Louis failed to get it back; lack of urgency showed in too many instances; third period push wasn't enough; McMichael, Parayko played exceptionally well; top line gets broken up, Holloway accepts blame
— Yahoo Sports

Related Teams & Leagues

Chicago Blackhawks St. Louis Blues NHL Hockey