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Blues Edge Canadiens 4-3 with Schenn's Stellar Performance

12/8/2025

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Summary

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The St. Louis Blues defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 at the Bell Centre on Sunday.
Brayden Schenn of the St. Louis Blues scored two goals and added an assist.
Dylan Holloway of the Blues contributed a goal and two assists.
Jakub Dobes of the Montreal Canadiens made 14 saves as Montreal outshot St. Louis 26-18; the Canadiens host the Tampa Bay Lightning next, and the Blues face the Boston Bruins.

History

Historical Context

The NHL expanded from six to twelve teams in 1967, marking the end of the Original Six era. This unprecedented move added franchises like the St. Louis Blues and Philadelphia Flyers, driven by competition fears from rival leagues. The expansion significantly boosted the league's popularity, leading to a more diverse fan base and shaping the NHL's enduring significance in North American sports culture.

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Story summary

The St. Louis Blues defeated the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 at the Bell Centre on Sunday.
Brayden Schenn of the St. Louis Blues scored two goals and added an assist.
Dylan Holloway of the Blues contributed a goal and two assists.
Jakub Dobes of the Montreal Canadiens made 14 saves as Montreal outshot St. Louis 26-18; the Canadiens host the Tampa Bay Lightning next, and the Blues face the Boston Bruins.

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