Thomas' Late Hat Trick Dagger Sinks Avs

Robert Thomas delivers the kind of night that reminds everyone why the Blues' young core keeps St. Louis in the playoff hunt year after year. He notches his first career hat trick by breaking a late tie against a desperate Avalanche squad that's been clawing for every point down the stretch. With both teams jockeying for position in a tight Central Division race, this win gives the Blues breathing room while Colorado's goaltending woes deepen.