Blues vs Capitals Gameday Lineup Revealed for November 5th 2025
The St. Louis Blues are looking to capitalize on their recent victory as they face the Washington Capitals on November 5, 2025. Following a challenging start to the season, the Blues (4-7-2) secured an upbeat 3-2 win against the Edmonton Oilers, breaking a seven-game losing streak. The team will be looking for consistency as they hit the road for a two-game trip, starting Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. (TNT, ESPN 101.1-FM).
Blues vs Capitals: A Critical Matchup
The Blues have historically performed well against the Capitals, winning eight of their last eleven encounters. In their latest matchup, the Blues rallied from a 2-0 deficit, thanks to a last-minute goal from Pius Suter. This comeback has infused the team with much-needed confidence, as highlighted by center Robert Thomas.
- Recent Performance: The Blues ended their seven-game winless streak with a victory over the Oilers.
- Next Game: November 5, 2025, against the Capitals at Capital One Arena.
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Previous Record vs Capitals: 8-2-1 in past eleven matchups.
Team Changes Ahead of the Game
The Blues have announced two lineup changes for the game against the Capitals. Nathan Walker will return after being a healthy scratch, while Mathieu Joseph will sit out. Additionally, Logan Mailloux will join the lineup for Matthew Kessel.
| Blues Projected Lineup | Capitals Projected Lineup |
|---|---|
| Pavel Buchnevich | Anthony Beauvillier |
| Robert Thomas | Dylan Strome |
| Jimmy Snuggerud | Alex Ovechkin |
| Brayden Schenn | Aliaksei Protas |
| Pius Suter | Connor McMichael |
| Jordan Kyrou | Tom Wilson |
| Dylan Holloway | Sonny Milano |
| Dalibor Dvorsky | Hendrix Lapierre |
| Oskar Sundqvist | Ryan Leonard |
| Alexey Toropchenko | Brandon Duhaime |
| Nick Bjugstad | Nic Dowd |
| Nathan Walker | Justin Sourdif |
Jordan Binnington will start in goal for the Blues, with Joel Hofer as backup. The Capitals will counter with Logan Thompson in net, supported by Charlie Lindgren.
Looking Ahead
Both teams are under pressure to improve their standings, making this matchup critical. The Blues are eager to build on their recent success, while the Capitals look to maintain their record. This game signifies a pivotal moment for both franchises in the early season.
