Pavol Demitra scored twice as the Blues topped the Panthers 2-1 in overtime in Florida. It was St. Louis’ seventh overtime win this season. The first goal marked the 500th point of his career. The Blues win combined with the Red Wings loss to the Sharks, moves St. Louis to within four points of first in the Central. Chris Osgood stopped 21 of 22 shots to get the win. The Blues victory combined with the Red Wings loss to the Sharks, allowed St. Louis to move within four points of first place in the Central division.
