Dvorský Nets First NHL Goal, Sparks Blues to Victory Over Oilers
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The St. Louis Blues ended a frustrating seven-game losing streak with a thrilling 3-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on November 4, 2025, fueled by the historic first NHL goal from Slovak forward Dalibor Dvorský. The 20-year-old’s milestone moment ignited a comeback for the Blues, who were trailing 0-2 before his power-play goal in the 37th minute.
A Historic Moment for Slovak Hockey
Dvorský became the 77th Slovak player to score in the NHL, marking a significant achievement in his young career. He registered his first premiership point in his third game of the current season and fifth overall in the pro league. “This is a special moment for Dalibor and for Slovak hockey,” a senior hockey analyst commented. The goal came after Edmonton captain Connor McDavid was assessed a minor penalty for tripping, putting the Blues on the power play. Notably, McDavid had contributed to both Oilers goals with assists prior to the penalty, reaching 1100 points in his NHL career.
Blues Turn the Tide
Trailing by two goals, the Blues capitalized on the power play opportunity. Coach Jim Montgomery strategically deployed Dvorský at the start of the man advantage. According to reports, Dvorský won a crucial puck battle against veteran Adam Henrique, setting up a play where defenseman Colton Parayko moved the puck to his right, allowing Dvorský to fire a shot past Calvin Pickard.
This goal proved to be the catalyst for a Blues turnaround. Robert Thomas tied the game at 2-2 in the 39th minute, and forward Pius Suter ultimately secured the victory with a goal in the 59th minute. Dvorský joins Samuel Honzek as the second Slovak player to register a point in the NHL during the 2025/2026 season.
Dvorský’s Impact and Team Performance
Dvorský played center on the third line alongside wingers Oskar Sundqvist and Dylan Holloway, logging 14:33 minutes of ice time. His performance included a hit, a shot, and a 13 percent success rate on face-offs, earning him the third star of the match.
Beyond the Blues’ victory, other notable results from November 4th included:
- Toronto Maple Leafs defeated the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3.
- Vancouver Canucks edged the Nashville Predators 5-4 in overtime.
- Seattle Kraken triumphed over the Chicago Blackhawks 3-1.
Maple Leafs and Canucks Secure Wins
In Toronto, the Maple Leafs orchestrated a dramatic comeback, overcoming a 0-3 deficit after two periods to defeat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3, with Bobby McMann scoring the winning goal in the 54th minute. Eighteen-year-old Benjamin Kindel contributed two goals for the Penguins, bringing his season total to five in just 12 games. The Maple Leafs have now won four of their last five contests.
Meanwhile, the Nashville Predators continue to struggle, falling to the Vancouver Canucks 4-5 in overtime. Brock Boeser secured the win for Vancouver with a goal two seconds into overtime, recording a 2+1 performance in the game. The Predators have now lost nine of their first 14 games, accumulating 13 points.
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The St. Louis Blues’ victory, sparked by Dalibor Dvorský’s first NHL goal, signals a potential turning point for the team as they look to climb out of their current 15th-place position in the Western Conference.
