Canadiens vs. Blues: Game Preview, Lineups, and Viewing Guide
The Montreal Canadiens face the St. Louis Blues in their upcoming match, continuing their journey after a challenging victory in North Carolina. Scheduled for 4:00 PM EST / 1:00 PM PST, this game holds significance as both teams exhibit similar unorthodox playing styles.
Game Details and Broadcast Information
- Date: March 4, 2023
- Start Time: 4:00 PM EST / 1:00 PM PST
- Viewing Options:
- Canadiens: TSN2 (English), RDS (French)
- Blues: FanDuel Sports Network Midwest
- Streaming: ESPN+, RDS, TSN+
Recent Game Performance
Coming off a less-than-perfect win against the Carolina Hurricanes, the Canadiens now prepare for a dynamic matchup against the Blues. St. Louis boasts a competitive lineup, and Montreal must avoid replicating the chaotic style observed in recent games.
Goaltending Matchup
Jacob Fowler, making his return to the ice, will be the starting goalie for the Canadiens. He holds a record of 3-1-2 and a .904 save percentage. In contrast, Jordan Binnington, designated as a Canadian Olympian, has struggled with a record of 7-10-6 and a save percentage of .869. This could give Fowler an edge in today’s performance.
Projected Lineups
Montreal Canadiens Lineup
| Left Wing | Centre | Right Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Juraj Slafkovský (#20) | Oliver Kapanen (#91) | Ivan Demidov (#93) |
| Cole Caufield (#13) | Nick Suzuki (#14) | Alexandre Texier (#85) |
| Zachary Bolduc (#76) | Phillip Danault (#24) | Josh Anderson (#17) |
| Sammy Blais (#27) | Joe Veleno (#90) | Brendan Gallagher (#11) |
| Left Defence | Right Defence |
|---|---|
| Mike Matheson (#8) | Noah Dobson (#53) |
| Lane Hutson (#48) | Alexandre Carrier (#45) |
| Arber Xhekaj (#72) | Jayden Struble (#47) |
Injured Players: Kirby Dach, Jake Evans, Kaiden Guhle, Patrik Laine, Alex Newhook. Scratched Players: Owen Beck, Adam Engström, Samuel Montembeault.
St. Louis Blues Lineup
| Left Wing | Centre | Right Wing |
|---|---|---|
| Jake Neighbours | Robert Thomas | Jordan Kyrou |
| Pavel Buchnevich | Brayden Schenn | Jimmy Snuggerud |
| Otto Stenberg | Dalibor Dvorsky | Jonatan Berggren |
| Alexey Toropchenko | Oskar Sundqvist | Mathieu Joseph |
| Left Defence | Right Defence |
|---|---|
| Philip Broberg | Colton Parayko |
| Cam Fowler | Justin Faulk |
| Tyler Tucker | Matthew Kessel |
As the Canadiens aim to secure a win, all eyes will be on key players like Alexandre Texier. Having previously played for the Blues, he seeks to demonstrate his talent and prove himself in this matchup.
