Canucks, Blues battling through injuries as they seek a turnaround

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The St. Louis Blues and Vancouver Canucks have much in common these days.

Both teams are losing ground in the Western Conference standings during their October struggles, and both teams are depleted by injuries.

Players on both sides will be seeking a turning point when the Blues host the Canucks Thursday night. The Blues are 0-4-1 in their last five games whil