Red Wings At Blues Game Recap: Blues Blow Out Wings 6-0

It was hopeful that the Blues would win tonight's long-awaited home opener, but the magnitude of the win probably took everyone by surprise.

Vladimir Tarasenko Scores First NHL Goal On First Shot

If anyone was wondering if Vladimir Tarasenko would make an impact in his first NHL game, well, your question has been answered:

All it took was three minutes of ice time in the first period for Tarasenko to make the highlight reels, putting a high one over the glove of Detroit goaltender Jimmy Howard. Tarasenko has been keeping his skills sharp by playing on the top line for SKA St. Petersburg of the KHL with Ilya Kovalchuk. I guess that did some good.

The last rookie Blue to score a goal on his first shot was Jaden Schwartz, last season. The last rookie Blue to score on his second shot was also Schwartz, Tarasenko's first round draftmate from 2010. The latest Blues player to accomplish this? Tarasenko, of course. Just 29 seconds into the second period, Tarasenko undressed Howard again for his second goal of the game:

Detroit's defense has not been solid this game, and the Blues've been able to exploit it. If the Blues can find this intensity most games this season, things should be fine for the team's future.

Game Day Thread For Red Wings At St. Louis Blues, Jan 19, 2013

Here it is, people -- your first official game day thread of 2013. Shake off that rust, break out your best sarcastic comments, and let's watch some Blues hockey!

Red Wings At Blues Preview: Two Old Foes Back At It Again

You wouldn't be blamed for thinking this game's going to be a slam dunk if you listen to the pundits -- and Wings GM Ken Holland. But tonight's going to be typical Wings/Blues hockey, and it won't be easy.

Red Wings At Blues: Game Day #1. Drop The Puck, Already

This'll be your place for open threads, game day previews, and of course the almighty game day thread and recaps. Welcome to your first game of the year, Blues Fans!