Blues’ goaltender should be considered untouchable as season progresses

Dec 9, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer (30) and defenseman Cam Fowler (17) defend the net against Boston Bruins center Casey Mittelstadt (11) during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | Jeff Curry-Imagn ImagesThe St. Louis Blues were unable to get the upper hand on the Boston Bruins, losing 5-2 on Wednesday night. Stop me where you heard that before, as it was the same kind of defeat as last week.

Trying to get a different outcome, head coach Jim Montgomery went with backup goaltender Joel Hofer this time around, to no avail. But, there is no denying that the last four games have shown a significant…