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My Take: In a Thinning Field One Name Stands Tall
As a few of you read yesterday, I don’t fall in to the camp that fears a trade destroying team chemistry. The benefit of addressing needs greatly outweighs the risk of making a couple of guys unhappy that their buddy was traded. It’s a business and there is the whole franchise’s future to consider. If...
My Take: Don’t Fear a Loss of Chemistry
Team chemistry is certainly very important and is a primary contributing factor the Blues’ current success. Such a statement meets little resistance among fans and media alike. Yet, the favorite question of the former lurks in the quiet corners of St. Louis, waiting for an opportunity boisterously jump out like Louie the pantless bear....
2012 NHL All-Star Game Open Blog
It’s time for the 2012 NHL All Star Game. Brian Elliott may be the lone St. Louis Blues representative, but that doesn’t mean there won’t be much to talk about. Indoor pond hockey does have its high points. Consider this post an open thread to share your thoughts on the game in general, Ells’ performance or...
Video: Brian Elliott Talks All Star Game on NHL Network
Check out Blues “backup” goalie Brian Elliott talking to Brian Duff of NHL Network before the All Star Game. He may want to take that comment back about playing with mini-sticks with Corey Perry… On a serious note, it’s awesome to hear he got a few of them signed for charity purposes. Hope to hear...
Pick the Goal Scorer: Jan. 25th vs. Pittsburgh
The first Pick a Goal Scorer post did not go so well. For the posters, none of which guessed Scott Nichol, or the Blues were wiped by the Red Wings. Tonight an equally tough opponents is on the docket. The Pittsburgh Penguins. Who is the first to bury one behind the 2009 Stanley Cup Champions?...
The Inaugural Pick the Goal Scorer: Jan. 23rd @ Detroit
Nothing fancy here. Just looking for everyone’s pick to score the first Blues goal of the game tonight. Put your selections name in a comment below. I’ll keep a running total til the end of the season and the winner will get something cool (TBD & announced later). Game Info Location: @ Detroit Opposing Netminder:...
Random Thoughts for a Game vs. Buffalo
It’s been a while since the Blues and Sabres squared off in St. Louis. The last time was on Sunday, December 27th, 2009 the Blues fell 5-3 to the Buffalo based hockey club. It was the first game of what would become Andy Murray‘s final home stand. Just a few days and two more losses...
Must See Video: Tarasenko’s Got the Puck on a String…
The Russian Mafia has to be going gaga over this shootout attempt by Blues’ prospect Vladimir Tarasenko at the KHL All-Star Skills Competition. I must say, it’s pretty slick. Better than Ovechkin’s acid trip head gear with two sticks. Sticktap to Sean Leahy of Yahoo’s Puck Daddy blog.
Bluenotes: Many Many Blues Updates From Wednesday
Bluenotes is a dose of news and views from around St. Louis Blues nation and the NHL abroad. - – - A good bit of news came out Wednesday from the Blues beat writers and MSM folks. If you missed anything, here is what you need to know. On Alex Steen… The Blues’ Alex Steen...
Video: Classy Salute to Halak by Canadiens Fans
The St. Louis Blues pretty much coasted on to a 3-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens following Jaroslav Halak‘s momentous 1st period save on former teammate Tomas Plekanec‘s shorty attempt. Normally a shutout earns love from the fans, but not when the good guys are away from Scottrade Center. Well, the love in Montreal for...