Central rivals Blues, Predators aim to keep building | Jefferson City News-Tribune

The St. Louis Blues and Nashville Predators clash in Nashville today as both try to gain ground in the Central Division. St. Louis is wrapping up a three-game road trip after a 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Thursday, when it scored twice in the final four minutes, including a short-handed goal by Robert Thomas. Nashville had forced overtime after Steven Stamkos’ last-second goal against San Jose, but the Sharks won the shootout to extend the Predators’ winless run to three games. The piece highlights veterans carrying Nashville, including 36-year-old Stamkos, plus goaltender Juuse Saros, who has started six of seven games.