The numbers backed the Blues. Boston (8-7-2) was 0-7-0 when trailing after two; the Blues were 5-0-0 when leading after two. The Bruins had been outscored 16-5 in the third period this season. But Boston went out and collected 60 percent of its season total prior to Tuesday in 20 minutes against the Blues.

The Boston Bruins are going up against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night (Nov. 12). They will aim to bounce back after a tough overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators on Saturday (Nov. 9). Like the Bruins, the Blues have had a shaky start to the season.

A win over a fragile St. Louis Blues team may not be a big deal for a team with high expectations. But for where the Bruins are right now, the manner in which they won on Tuesday in St. Louis could be a good start for them to get to where they want to go.

The St. Louis Blues and the Boston Bruins face off in an out-of-conference matchup on Tuesday, November 12. ESPN+ plans are currently at $11.99 a month or $16.99 a month if you bundle with Hulu and Disney+.

The Boston Bruins are set to face off against the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday night (Nov. 12). They will aim to bounce back after a tough overtime loss to the Ottawa Senators over the weekend. Here are three Bruins to watch closely during this contest against the Blues.