New Ranger Vladimir Tarasenko returns to St. Louis

An arena video tribute awaits former Blues forward Vladimir Tarasenko when he returns to St. Louis for the first time with the New York Rangers on Thursday.

"It will be an emotional game, but we have a game (Wednesday), too, so it will be quick," Tarasenko told The Athletic. "I'm glad it's a back-to-back."

Tarasenko ranks fifth in career goals (262) for the Blues and fifth in career points (553). He spent 10 1/2 years i