Hofer will get his first start of the season versus the Coyotes at home Thursday, per Lou Korac of NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Hofer was 3-1-1 last season in six appearances with the Blues, giving up 17 goals on 179 shots. He spent most of the season with AHL Springfield, going 27-15-4 with a 2.50 GAA and a .921 save percentage. Hofer will face the Coyotes, who have scored just five goals in three games this season.