St. Louis Blues Dominate Red Wings in 4-0 Shutout Victory December 23 2024
The St. Louis Blues ended their three-game losing streak with a commanding 4-0 victory over the Detroit Red Wings, December 23, 2024 at Little Caesars Arena. Dylan Holloway stole the show with his first career hat trick, while Jordan Binnington secured his second shutout of the season.
Game Summary
First Period
- 16:14 – Goal (STL): Dylan Holloway (Assists: Cam Fowler)
- Blues 1, Red Wings 0
Second Period
- 00:18 – Goal (STL): Alexandre Texier (Unassisted)
- Blues 2, Red Wings 0
- 07:45 – Goal (STL): Dylan Holloway (Assist: Brayden Schenn)
- Blues 3, Red Wings 0
Third Period
- 15:54 – Goal (STL): Dylan Holloway (Empty Net)
- Blues 4, Red Wings 0
Game Statistics
| Statistic | St. Louis Blues | Detroit Red Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 4 | 0 |
| Shots | 21 | 19 |
| Saves | 19 | 17 |
| Penalties | 1 (2 PIM) | 2 (4 PIM) |
| Power Play | 0/2 | 0/1 |
Key Performances
St. Louis Blues
- Dylan Holloway: First career hat trick (3 goals)
- Jordan Binnington: 19 saves, 2nd shutout of the season
- Alexandre Texier: 1 goal
- Robert Thomas: 2 assists
- Colton Parayko: 2 assists
Detroit Red Wings
- Cam Talbot: 17 saves on 20 shots faced
Game Highlights
- Dylan Holloway opened the scoring at 16:14 of the first period with a slap shot over Talbot’s glove.
- Alexandre Texier extended the lead just 18 seconds into the second period with a wrist shot from the right face-off dot.
- Holloway completed his hat trick with an empty-net goal late in the third period.
- Jordan Binnington’s shutout performance moved him past Glenn Hall for the fourth-most shutouts in Blues history.
Impact on Standings
- The Blues improved their record to 16-16-4 (36 points), maintaining their position in the Central Division.
- The Red Wings fell to 13-17-4 (30 points), continuing to struggle in the Atlantic Division.
Looking Ahead
- The St. Louis Blues will host the Nashville Predators on December 27, 2024.
- The Detroit Red Wings continue their four-game homestand against the Toronto Maple Leafs on December 27, 2024.
This dominant performance by the Blues, highlighted by Holloway’s hat trick and Binnington’s shutout, marks a significant turnaround for the team after their recent struggles. For the Red Wings, this loss extends their losing streak to three games, emphasizing the need for adjustments as they move forward in their homestand.
Photos: Tim Jarrold – In Play! magazine
