Bortuzzo may wear a different jersey now, but the ties run deep in Utah’s final destination for game No. 82 of the season. “St. Louis is a spot that gave me everything professionally.

St. Louis Blues' Robert Bortuzzo (41) collides with Dallas Stars' Gemel Smith (46) during the third period of a preseason NHL hockey game, Friday, Sept. 30, 2016, in St. Louis.