Jim Montgomery leads Blues to victory in coaching debut

On November 25, 2024, in New York, the St. Louis Blues defeated the New York Rangers 5-2 in Jim Montgomery's first game as head coach. Montgomery had been appointed after the Blues dismissed Drew Bannister just prior to the game. The Blues entered the game seeking to improve their performance after a prior loss against the Islanders. Brayden Schenn played a crucial role, scoring the go-ahead goal in the third period to break a tie. Zack Bolduc notably contributed to the victory by scoring two goals. Despite a promising start for the Rangers with Will Cuylle netting two goals, they ultimately fell short, marking their third consecutive loss. The victory reflects a positive shift for the Blues under Montgomery's leadership.