The St. Louis Blues opened a 2-0 lead over the Vegas Golden Knights on Thursday night at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.
The Golden Knights vs Blues matchup began at 7 p.m. Central time on October 22, 2026, marking the first of three regular-season meetings between the clubs.
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Golden Knights Vs Blues: Blues seize control early
St. Louis scored twice in the opening period, including a power-play goal from Pavel Buchnevich and an even-strength marker from Jeremy Barron, according to live game updates.
The Blues entered the game after defeating the Winnipeg Jets 2-1 on Tuesday to begin a five-game homestand.
That victory featured a power-play goal from Philip Broberg and a 32-save performance by goaltender Joel Hofer.
Vegas looking to respond
Vegas arrived in St. Louis after a 6-2 home loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday.
The Golden Knights had started the season strongly and were identified by the Blues as the runner-up from the previous season’s Stanley Cup Final.
Vegas entered the matchup with offensive threats including Jack Eichel, Mitch Marner and Tomas Hertl, while its power play had operated at 25 per cent earlier in the season.
Goaltender Adin Hill started for Vegas, while Joel Hofer was listed in net for St. Louis in live game information.
What happens next
The Blues are attempting to protect their home-ice advantage as the game continues at Enterprise Center.
Vegas will need to generate more offence while limiting St. Louis’s special-teams opportunities after the Blues converted once on the power play in the opening period.
The teams are scheduled to meet again on December 31, 2026, and once more during the regular season, with the later meeting taking place in Vegas on April 6, 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Golden Knights vs Blues score?
The St. Louis Blues lead the Vegas Golden Knights 2-0 in live action from Enterprise Center.
When is the Golden Knights vs Blues game being played?
The game is being played Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Enterprise Center in St. Louis.
What time did the game start?
The puck drop was scheduled for 7 p.m. Central time, or 8 p.m. Eastern time.
Who scored for the Blues?
Pavel Buchnevich and Jeremy Barron scored for St. Louis in the opening period, according to live game updates.
Where can fans follow the game?
The matchup is available through the NHL game centre and the regional broadcast options listed by the league and the Blues.
Fact-Checked: The October 22, 2026 date, Thursday weekday and 7 p.m. Central start time were verified against official NHL and St. Louis Blues schedule information. The schedule chronology was corrected: after the October 22 meeting, the teams are scheduled to meet on December 31, 2026, and April 6, 2027, making three regular-season meetings in total. ([nhl.com](https://www.nhl.com/blues/news/topic/gameday/preview-blues-vs-golden-knights-x5185?utm_source=openai))
Disclaimer: The score and game details may change while the Golden Knights and Blues matchup is in progress.