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Decision 2012: Tarasenko KHL or NHL
The impending choice of one young hockey player has St. Louis Blues fans on the edge of their seats. Will Vladimir Tarasenko choose to stay in the KHL to be a Russian star or will he move over to the NHL to become a World star? The 16th overall pick by the St. Louis Blues...
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.
Blues Extend Reaves’ Contract – What Could This Mean?
During one quiet morning in Trigonometry class back in high school I sat collecting my thoughts before the day started. Mr. Creighton’s Trig class was known as one of the ” harder classes” to get a good grade in and I was determined to do my best knowing that with out maximum effort I would do poorly (as I am not...
It Came From Twitter: Tarasenko KHL Trade Rumor | Implications & Analysis
For those Blues fans in the “Russian Mafia”, proudly wearing their imported Sibir sweaters, good news comes your way from Mother via Twitter. Your second jersey order will involve a new team. From Russian hockey blogger Alessandro Seren Rosso: So, in Russia they say Tarasenko was traded to Dynamo Moscow. Truth or not? #StlBlues If...
Blues News: Fairchild Recalled from Peoria
When recalling warm bodies from their AHL affiliate in Peoria, the St. Louis Blues have historically favored experience over production. That dynamic continues to be challenged this season. From the Blues official website: ST. LOUIS – St. Louis Blues Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today the club has recalled defenseman Cade...
Call Up Option, Fairchild VS Syvret
With Brendan Shanahan and the NHL disciplinary committee suspending St. Louis Blues defenseman Ian Cole for three games after his hit on Detroit Red Wings forward, Justin Abdelkader, the Blues are now short a defender for the next three games. Fellow blueliners Kris Russell (groin) and Kent Huskins (ankle) are still on IR which brings...
Blues Prospects in the WJC: How Will Hakanpää Impact Team Finland?
We all know by now that Jaden Schwartz not only made the Canadian World Junior team, he was also named captain. This second year player currently plays for Colorado College in the WCHA (Western Collegiate Hockey Association). However, Jaden Schwartz isn’t the only St. Louis Blues prospect starring for their native countries in the upcoming...
2012 WJC: FYIs and Links for Monday, December 26th
It’s the day after Christmas. You’re tired after running around two days straight. Grab some leftovers and park it in front of the couch. Besides the St. Louis Blues and Dallas Stars playing at 6:30pm on Versus there are two must see 2012 World Junior Championships (WJC) games to catch. At 2:30pm CST see Blues...
Jaden Schwartz Named Captain of 2012 WJC Canadian Squad
Congratulations are in order for St. Louis Blues 2010 first round draft pick Jaden Schwartz. He’s been bestowed a great honor and responsibility. From Hockey Canada via Twitter: NJT – Jaden Schwartz named Canada’s captain for #2012wjc. Connolly, Gormley, Howden and Smith-Pelly named alternates http://t.co/VcYdb7G6 In Canada, hockey is a big deal. Duh, right? The...
Prospect Update: Schwartz & Rattie Invited to Canadian WJC Camp, Tarasenko Cooling Down
Canadian WJC Camp Invites Announced With December a few days away the 2012 World Junior Championships are just around the corner. High time for the national teams to start finalizing their rosters. Team Canada announced Monday their 41 man camp roster. Two Blues prospects will head to Calgary, Alberta from the 10th to the 14th....