In a tightly contested NHL matchup, the St. Louis Blues defeated the New York Islanders 2-1, effectively ending their four-game losing streak. Blues’ Brayden Schenn opened the scoring just 42 seconds into the game, setting the tone for the rest of the match. Pius Suter also contributed by scoring a crucial goal, while goalie Jordan Binnington stood strong with 30 saves. The Islanders, returning home after an impressive road trip, faced disappointment as they struggled to capitalize on opportunities, despite a recent two-goal performance from Shabanov. The loss has raised questions about the Islanders’ form as they aim to get back on track in their next games.