St. Louis, MO - Blues Head Coach Drew Bannister emphasized the importance of keeping his goalies fresh as the team faces a grueling schedule of three games in four days. Bannister announced that Joel Hofer will start in goal against the Dallas Stars.

After a successful performance in Florida, Bannister believes that Hofer deserves the opportunity to showcase his skills once again. Speaking at a press conference following the morning skate on Wednesday, Bannister stated, "He deserves to be in the net. He had a great game in Florida, and we want to get him back in net here. We have three games in the next four nights, so it gives us the ability to rotate our goalies. Joel deserves the start, and we expect him to be on his game... he's confident."

With a demanding schedule ahead, rotating the goaltenders becomes crucial to avoid fatigue and maintain a high level of performance. Bannister's decision to start Hofer against the Stars allows the other goaltenders on the Blues' roster the opportunity to rest, ensuring they are ready for their respective starts.

The Blues have put their trust in Hofer, who has displayed great confidence and skill between the pipes. He has demonstrated his ability to make critical saves and keep his team in the game. Bannister's decision further underscores the confidence the coaching staff has in Hofer's abilities.

As the Blues continue their push for a playoff spot, the rotation of goaltenders becomes even more critical. With a challenging schedule ahead, including important matchups against strong opponents, Bannister's strategy of keeping his goalies fresh will play a pivotal role in the team's success.

The Blues' fans, who have witnessed Hofer's solid performances in his previous starts, will surely be eager to see him back in action against the Dallas Stars. The team hopes that Hofer's confidence coupled with the rest provided to their other goaltenders will give them a competitive edge against a formidable opponent.

The St. Louis Blues, currently sitting in a playoff position, will rely on the rotation of their talented goaltenders to propel them forward as they navigate through a challenging stretch of games. With Coach Drew Bannister's strategic decision-making, the team aims to secure crucial victories and secure their place in the Stanley Cup playoffs.