The Nashville Predators downed the St. Louis Blues 3-1 at Bridgestone Arena, extending their winning streak to four games. After a balanced opening period, Nashville raised their level as the game progressed and secured the victory with one goal in each of the final two periods.
An even opening period featuring two power-play goals
St. Louis made the better start and took the lead on the power play in the 13th minute. Jimmy Snuggerud converted off assists from Philip Broberg and Robert Thomas to make it 1-0. It was the only goal of the night for the Blues, whose captain Robert Thomas had been named the 25th captain in franchise history ahead of the 2026-27 season.
Nashville responded with a power-play goal of their own. In the 16th minute, Steven Stamkos restored parity with assists going to Filip Forsberg and Mavrik Bourque, bringing the first period to a close at 1-1. Stamkos carried added significance into the game, having recently climbed to fifth place on the all-time NHL power-play goal list with his 247th career power-play tally.
Predators take control in the middle frame
Nashville took the next step in the second period. R. Colton lit the lamp in the ninth minute, finishing off assists from J. Drury and Roman Josi to give the Predators a 2-1 lead — the only change on the scoreboard in the middle frame.
Nashville took the second period 1-0 and carried a slim advantage into the third. It was the latest lead in a winning run that had already included victories over Tampa Bay, Carolina, and Colorado.
Nashville shuts the door on the home win
St. Louis was unable to find the equalizer in the third period. Nashville protected the lead and sealed the game in the 18th minute when N. Perbix scored off an assist from Steven Stamkos to make it 3-1.
The third period also ended 1-0 in Nashville's favour, with the final score reading Nashville Predators 3, St. Louis Blues 1. Neither overtime nor a shootout was required.
Significance in the Central Division rivalry
It was Nashville's second win in as many meetings with St. Louis this season, following a 5-2 victory in the first clash. The Blues wrapped up a four-game road trip with this loss in Nashville. The Predators continued their strong run with another win over their Central Division rivals.
Steven Stamkos was the standout performer, contributing a power-play goal and the assist on N. Perbix's decisive strike. Roman Josi also chipped in an assist, while Jimmy Snuggerud accounted for the Blues' lone goal.
