Key moment: The seconds were ticking down, down, down. But with 0.4 seconds remaining in the second period, Artemi Panarin beat St. Louis goalie Brian Elliott just inside the left post. The goal gave the Blackhawks a two-goal lead heading into the third period of an elimination game, a little breathing room for the defending Stanley Cup champions, though they would eventually lose that lead.
Unsung player of the game: Robby Fabbri played his most noticeable game of the playoffs. He seemed to always be around the puck, helping create chances, playing in the offensive zone. He was finally rewarded with a goal at 6:57 of the third period, cutting the Blackhawks lead to one goal while cutting into the slot. It was the first NHL playoff goal for the rookie.
What's next: The Blues and Blackhawks will meet up again for Game 6 on Saturday (8 p.m. ET; NBC, CBC, TVA Sports 2) in another elimination game for Chicago. The pressure on St. Louis will be increased, but the Blues remain in the driver's seat in this first-round series.