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Allen to start Game 5 vs Sharks; other Blues questionable

The Blues are going back to goalie Jake Allen for Monday’s significant Game 5 of the Western Conference Final at Scottrade Center (5 p.m., NBCSN).

Coach Ken Hitchcock made the announcement on Sunday.

“I'm comfortable with either guy, but I woke up this morning, talked to the coaches again, and decided to go with Jake,” Hitchcock told reporters.

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On Saturday in San Jose, Allen made 31 saves as the Blues spanked the Sharks at SAP Center, 6-3. It was his first start of the postseason.