Net Front Presence

What is there left to watch in the last week of the Blues season?

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 18:14:02 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss the Blues' games against Colorado, the production and makeup of the top line, a lack of secondary scoring and their outlook on the last week of the season.

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Dissecting the Blues' run into and out of the postseason picture

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 3 Apr 2026 17:19:05 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss the potential end to the Blues' playoff hopes, how the post-Olympics run impacted the on-ice product and draft position, then get to Jake Neighbours' tumultuous month.

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Reflecting on the trade deadline, a post-Olympics surge and the direction of the Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss the Blues' resurgent play after the Olympic break, their trade deadline activity and Tom Stillman's comments about the direction of the Blues.

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Previewing the Olympics from a Blues and St. Louis perspective

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 9 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss upcoming Olympic Games, the five Blues representing their countries, the five St. Louis natives playing hockey and some key storylines to watch in the coming weeks.

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How a St. Louis native is representing Italy at the Olympics

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 2 Feb 2026 18:10:22 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss the recent Blues losses ahead of the Olympic break, Robert Thomas' surgery, Jimmy Snuggerud's breakout and Otto Stenberg's loan to the AHL. Then they are joined by Nick Saracino, a St. Louis native that will play for Italy in the upcoming Olympic Games, about his hockey journey.

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Blues barrel towards decisions at the trade deadline

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:28:28 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the upcoming decisions the Blues must make at the trade deadline, the Robert Thomas rumors, the coaching change in the AHL and Oskar Sundqvist's injury.

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Blues secure Philip Broberg, induct newest class of Hall of Famers

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 21:36:17 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' win over the Hurricanes, the six-year contract extension signed by Philip Broberg, and what success looks like before the Olympic break.

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Recapping the most impactful Blues moments and storylines of 2025

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 2 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' blowout loss in Colorado to end the year, the changing goaltending situation with Joel Hofer and Jordan Binnington, the Canadian Olympic team, and then select the most important moments and storylines surrounding the team in the calendar year.

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Talking Justin Carbonneau as the Blues head home from Canada happy

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 8 Dec 2025 19:58:31 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' consecutive wins over Ottawa and Montreal, the goaltending performance vs. the Senators by Joel Hofer, and Matt watching Justin Carbonneau in person in Boisbriand. Then Alexandre Jacques, Carbonneau's head coach with Blainville-Boisbriand, joined the show to discuss Carbonneau's season and his future.

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Jim Montgomery Week: Verbal spat with Jordan Binnington, then return to Boston

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 4 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about Jordan Binnington's exchange with Jim Montgomery, the Blues goaltending in the last month, a rash of injuries up front and the team's upcoming three-game road trip. Then Conor Ryan of Boston.com joins the show to discuss Jim Montgomery's return to Boston after he was fired by the Bruins last season.

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Taking listener questions as Blues miss opportunities on five-game road trip

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:01:53 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss the Thanksgiving checkpoint in the NHL, another overtime loss for the Blues, a 1-1-3 road trip, Logan Mailloux's recall and the end of Milan Lucic's PTO in the AHL. Then they finish the episode by taking listener questions.

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Overtime woes and blown leads and scoring droughts, oh my!

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:31:55 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' struggles in overtime and the recent two-goal leads they've blown. Then they get into Pavel Buchnevich's long scoring drought, Jake Neighbours' return and wonder if there's a solution to the overuse of the top-four defensemen.

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Steve Konowalchuk provides updates from the AHL as goalie interference takes center stage in St. Louis

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 19:50:05 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the rash of goaltender interference questions for the Blues in the last week, plus Logan Mailloux's loan to Springfield, and Jordan Kyrou and Oskar Sundqvist's returns to the St. Louis lineup. Then Springfield coach Steve Konowalchuk joins the show to discuss Milan Lucic's play in the AHL, how he plans on using Logan Mailloux and the development of top prospects like Theo Lindstein and Otto Stenberg.

Making sense of Jordan Kyrou's healthy scratch and the Blues analytics

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 7 Nov 2025 17:19:09 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues ending a seven-game losing streak, a blowout loss in Washington and Jordan Kyrou's healthy scratch in Buffalo. Then HockeyViz's Micah McCurdy joins the show to break down what the analytics say about the Blues and how they can get back on track.

Blues defense, goaltending in disarray as losing streak reaches five

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:48:32 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' five-game losing streak, and how much work there is to do on defense and in the net. Then Detroit-based hockey writer Sean Shapiro joins the show to chat about the two games vs. the Red Wings and the different rebuild strategies in Detroit vs. St. Louis.

John Kelly talks about his return to St. Louis; Blues' stingy defense returns

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 20:36:17 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the Blues' blowout loss to the Blackhawks, and then defensive clinic vs. the Stars, plus Jordan Kyrou's two-way game and Joel Hofer's mentality moving forward. Then former Blues broadcaster John Kelly joins the show to discuss his return to St. Louis as a broadcaster with Los Angeles.

Blues rebound from opening night loss, and Jim Thomas talks new Blues book

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 16:04:44 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills talk about the first week of the regular season for the Blues, Jake Neighbours’ productivity, Jim Mongtomery’s line changes and the goaltending tandem of Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer. Then former Post-Dispatch reporter Jim Thomas joins the show to share stories about the Blues, and discuss his new book “The Franchise: St. Louis Blues.”

Doug Armstrong joins the show as Blues set to open regular season

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 8 Oct 2025 19:34:02 +0000

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch’s Matthew DeFranks and Nathan Mills discuss Blues training camp, news on Milan Lucic and Oskar Sundqvist, and their expectations for the season. After that, Blues general manager Doug Armstrong joins the show to talk about the preseason and goes in-depth on player evaluation, including how analytics factors in and what he hopes to pass along to Alexander Steen.

Net Front Presence: Blues prospects join the big club

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 19 Sep 2025 18:28:00 +0000

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Blues reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Adam Jiricek, Otto Stenberg, Dalibor Dvorsky and other prospects getting tested in training camp.

Breaking down the top Blues prospects: Net Front Presence

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 9 Sep 2025 19:00:00 +0000

St. Louis Post-Dispatch Blues reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the first-round St. Louis draft picks heading to a key prospects tourney.

Blues get younger on defense, fill big need up front

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 3 Jul 2025 15:57:35 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the flurry of Blues activity in the trade market, free agency and the NHL Draft.

Blues' off-season trades quiet, so far

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 26 Jun 2025 16:21:13 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks and columnist Jeff Gordon discussed the Blues' approach in trades this off-season, with general manager Doug Armstrong taking a patient approach ahead of the NHL Draft.

Blues fall painfully short of advancing, but make great strides

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 7 May 2025 15:22:37 +0000

Post-Dispatch sportswriter Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the agonizing end to the Blues-Jets series, but also the better times to come.

Pressure mounts on Winnipeg as Blues flip the playoff momentum

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:13:16 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks and sportswriter Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the stunning turn of events in the playoff series against Winnipeg.

Blues regroup after losing first two games at Winnipeg

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 21:52:58 +0000

Post-Dispatch sportswriters Matthew DeFranks and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss what went wrong for the Blues in Winnipeg and what must change now that their playoff series is back in St. Louis.

Blues cap remarkable playoff push, prepare to face Jets

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:08:22 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s charge into the postseason and its chances against Winnipeg.

Blues get an early taste of playoff hockey

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 10 Apr 2025 15:37:23 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues losses at Winnipeg and Edmonton in postseaon-caliber games.

The Jimmy Snuggerud Era begins

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 1 Apr 2025 20:34:40 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s addition of prospect Jimmy Snuggerud and the ongoing playoff push.

The kids have been all right for the Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:28:02 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Dalibor Dvorsky’s NHL debut and Zack Bolduc’s continuing development.

Surging Blues tighten Western Conference race

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:43:50 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team's recent surge and the impact of Colton Parayko's injury.

Blues make positive statement ahead of the trade deadline

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 Mar 2025 18:11:43 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporter Mathew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' dramatic upturn ahead of the NHL trade deadline.

Blues are on a roll heading into their clash with the Great 8

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 27 Feb 2025 16:33:23 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Blues heading into their game with Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals.

4 Nations showdown captivates hockey fans

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:14:13 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to preview the 4 Nations Face-Off title game and the stretch run of the regular season.

Nick Leddy finally returns for the Blues, adding to a strong blue line

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 Feb 2025 19:39:05 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blue reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss defenseman Nick Leddy’s return after 49 games on the injured list.

Blues bid farewell to Brandon Saad and his contract

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:03:42 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the departure of Brandon Saad and the impact of his contract termination.

Blues facing tough road ahead in chase for playoff spot

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:14:07 +0000

Post-Dispatch columnist Jeff Gordon is joined by Blues beat writer Matthew DeFranks to discuss the team’s difficult upcoming schedule, the play of defenseman Colton Parayko and the team’s performance under Jim Montgomery.

Blues offense gets into high gear

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 10 Jan 2025 16:12:29 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the recent uptick in Blues offense.

Winter Classic delivers another big win for NHL, Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 2 Jan 2025 20:47:29 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the successful Winter Classic in Chicago and the post-Classic challenges facing the Blues.

Assessing the Cam Fowler trade

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:01:20 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the addition of defenseman Cam Fowler.

Blues follow great road trip with a clunker at home

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 16:07:57 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s 3-1 road trip and the 4-3 loss to the San Jose Sharks that followed.

Binnington shows why he got the nod for Team Canada at 4 Nations Face-off

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 6 Dec 2024 17:08:37 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the recent play of goaltender Jordan Binnington and Colton Parayko – and their chance to play for their country in a showcase event.

The Jim Montgomery Era begins for the Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:40:14 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ coaching change.

Robert Thomas returns, so now the Blues must get back to winning

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 16:23:28 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ recent downturn and the need to regain traction with top center Robert Thomas back.

Thomas back on the ice, but Blues are still shorthanded and struggling

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 14 Nov 2024 20:05:33 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s struggle and the encouraging return of Robert Thomas to practice.

Blues lose Philip Broberg, suffer medical scare with Dylan Holloway

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 7 Nov 2024 21:02:52 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s latest injury news, both bad and good.

Picking at the wreckage of an 8-1 loss

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 15:53:27 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss went wrong for the Blues in Ottawa.

Blues try to soldier on without Robert Thomas

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 24 Oct 2024 19:45:13 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s loss of No. 1 center Robert Thomas with a broken ankle.

Blues must adjust their defense with Nick Leddy on the shelf

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 18:49:09 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the injury to Nick Leddy and how the team will adjust its defensive pairings.

Blues rally for a dramatic 2-0 season start

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 02:00:19 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to recap the team’s comeback victories at Seattle and San Jose.

Faulk gets back to full speed, Broberg continues his adaptation

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 3 Oct 2024 14:50:15 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon discuss the Justin Faulk-Philip Broberg defensive pairing and other topics as training camp winds down.

Bolduc makes strong early impression in his bid for scoring line role

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 15:06:15 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the early performance of promising winger Zack Bolduc and other players bidding for roster spots.

Blues head to camp without Torey Krug, but with many new faces

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:16:44 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the revamped Blues roster after the loss of Torey Krug for the season and the addition of several key players.

Assessing the Blues’ additions of Philp Broberg and Dylan Holloway

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 22 Aug 2024 16:41:05 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s successful offer sheet maneuvers.

Assessing the Blues’ draft, trades, Buchnevich contract and development camp

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 3 Jul 2024 14:59:10 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss all the Blues news from the last several days.

First round of the NHL Draft is difficult to project

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 16:08:01 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss how the first round of this weekend’s NHL Draft could unfold.

Blues elevate Steen, put management succession plan in place

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 19 Jun 2024 20:58:37 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Alexander Steen’s promotion to GM-in-training.

Blues retooling plan has Tom Stillman’s full support

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 23 May 2024 23:26:09 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks and columnist Jeff Gordon broke down their conversation with Blues chairman Tom Stillman on the state of the Blues.

Blues stick with Drew Bannister, stay focused on player development

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 7 May 2024 18:37:03 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the retention of Drew Bannister as head coach – and the challenges that he faces.

Bannister in consideration to remain Blues head coach

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:38:06 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Drew Bannister’s candidacy to remain coach, the likelihood of a Pavel Buchnevich contract extension and other topics.

Blues use their remaining games to expedite player development

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 11 Apr 2024 15:32:36 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the progress Zack Bolduc and other young Blues are making with increased playing time.

Blues bounce back to knock off Oilers, stay in playoff chase

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 2 Apr 2024 20:04:10 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ thrilling victory over Edmonton after their ugly loss to San Jose.

The playoff math keeps getting tougher for the Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:22:29 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights and the gap they must close in the wild card playoff race.

Blues try to shake off tough loss, battle on

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:53:18 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' disappointing loss to the Colorado Avalanche and their challenges ahead.

Blues can use final stretch of season for player development

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 20:24:42 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Bleus after the trade deadline.

Breaking down the NHL trade market ahead of the deadline

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 8 Mar 2024 21:39:12 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss where the Blues and other NHL teams stand ahead of Friday's trade deadline.

Bannister challenges Thomas, Kyrou to get back on track

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 27 Feb 2024 15:56:15 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the benching of Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou by interim coach Drew Bannister.

Blues suffer reality check as trade deadline nears

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 16:30:43 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team's recent downturn in the Western Conference playoff race.

Sizing up the Blues and the Western Conference playoff race

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 6 Feb 2024 20:54:09 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Western Conference coming out of the All-Star break.

Bannister shakes up struggling Blues power play

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 11 Jan 2024 16:07:59 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the changes interim coach Drew Bannister made to the team’s power play.

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Blues suffer reality check during difficult stretch of schedule

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 3 Jan 2024 16:46:26 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the losses to Pittsburgh and Colorado and the challenges ahead against top NHL teams.

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Blues extend their 'new coach bump' under Drew Bannister

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:30:25 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ 5-1 start interim coach Drew Bannister and the strong play of key young players.

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Kyrou responds to Blues. Bannister emphasizes accountability.

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 16:00:37 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Jordan Kyrou drama and coach Drew Bannister’s response to a really bad loss.

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Breaking down the firing of Craig Berube

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:02:06 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the firing of coach Craig Berube and the promotion of Drew Bannister to interim coach.

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Binnington saves the day in Vegas

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 6 Dec 2023 16:03:35 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the last week for the team, including Jordan Binnington’s brilliant performance against the Golden Knights in Las Vegas.

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Blues can’t deliver a sweep for their dads

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 18:54:33 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues- victory in Chicago and their loss at Minnesota.

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Blues regain their identity after two West Coast losses

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 18:05:34 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the rough start to the Blues road trip and the recovery in Anaheim.

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Blues come together, rout two traditional NHL powers

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 15 Nov 2023 16:11:14 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s stunning turnaround and their lopsided victories at Colorado and at home against Tampa Bay.

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Blues take 'a step in the right direction' in recent games

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 8 Nov 2023 16:42:32 +0000

St. Louis Post-Dispatch sports columnist Jeff Gordon and Blues beat writer Matt DeFranks talk about the Blues' recent games, development in the offensive production, Pavel Buchnevich trying to find his groove and Jordan Kyrou's comeback.

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Blues still searching for an offensive spark

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 2 Nov 2023 20:31:29 +0000

St. Louis Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Jeff Gordon to examine the Blues’ inability to possess the puck and sustain offensive pressure to give themselves more time to score.

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The Blues lineup change failed to produce

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 19:44:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the lineup changes that resulted from the Blues’ failure to sustain puck possession and offensive zone time.

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Blues look to generate more offense after low-scoring start

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:15:02 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues inability to score goals during their 1-0-1 start.

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Assessing the Western Conference and the Blues' postseason hopes

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 12 Oct 2023 15:04:03 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to assess the Blues' place in the Western Conference pecking order.

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Blues set their forward lines, defensive pairings ahead of opener

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 5 Oct 2023 20:35:06 +0000

Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss how coach Craig Berube quickly set the player combinations he wants to go with starting this campaign.

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Torey Krug remains a Blue, looks to redeem himself after tough season

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 27 Sep 2023 21:14:32 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Torey Krug’s decision to veto a trade to Philadelphia and remain in St. Louis.

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Schenn gets his ‘C’, prospects show their stuff for Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 20 Sep 2023 17:05:08 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Brayden Schenn becoming Blues captains, which players stood out at the prospects tourney and key things to watch when training camp opens.

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Dalibor Dvorsky stands out at Blues development camp

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 Jul 2023 15:53:49 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the showing top draft pick Dalibor Dvorsky and other key prospects at the team’s development camp.

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Blues add Kevin Hayes, load up with centers, defensemen at NHL Draft

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:01:09 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss a busy week for the Blues. They added veteran forward Kevin Hayes and made solid choices with their three first-round picks.

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Blues are positioned to add impact players at NHL Draft

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 15:48:55 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s outlook with three first-round picks in next week’s NHL Draft.

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Jim Thomas bids farewell, Armstrong outlines summer plans

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 16:03:54 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter reflected on his time on the beat as he heads into retirement. Thomas and beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon discuss the offseason priorities for the St. Louis Blues.

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Looking at the Blues’ not-so-special teams

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:36:10 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ struggling power-play and penalty-killing units, among other topics.

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Net Front Presence: Vladimir Tarasenko gets to take a bow

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 Apr 2023 20:58:19 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the return of Vladimir Tarasenko to Enterprise Center with the New York Rangers.

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Blues continue their late-season offensive surge

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 15:48:41 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the impact of acquisitions Jakub Vrana, Sammy Blais and Kasperi Kapanen on the team’s offense.

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Blues fall asleep offensively, give David Perron fitting tribute

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 22 Mar 2023 17:40:53 +0000

St. Louis Blues Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s flat performance against Detroit and the warm reception ex-Blue David Perron got from former teammates and St. Louis hockey fans.

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Retooled Blues begin showing more life

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 15 Mar 2023 15:36:30 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s somewhat improved play during the stretch run of the season.

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Assessing Jakub Vrana and the new-look Blues forward lines

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 9 Mar 2023 16:25:30 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the play of newcomer Jakub Vrana and how the forward lines shake out going forward.

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Assessing the Blues’ return in the frantic NHL trade market

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 1 Mar 2023 17:12:17 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to review how the Blues fared amid all the wheeling and dealing around the league.

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After trading O’Reilly, Armstrong keeps looking to sell

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:53:19 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the ongoing trade rumblings surrounding this team.

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Barbashev, O’Reilly put on a show for NHL scouts

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 16:51:14 +0000

Post-Dispatch St. Louis Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss a variety of hockey topics, including the strong play of Ivan Barbashev and Ryan O’Reilly ahead of the trade deadline.

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Assessing the trade market for Tarasenko after his All-Star Game performance

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 8 Feb 2023 18:00:28 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Vladimir Tarasenko’s showing at the NHL All-Star Game and where he might land before the trade deadline.

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Assessing the downtrodden Blues as the NHL All-Star break

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 1 Feb 2023 18:55:45 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss what has gone wrong for the Blues and what changes are In store for the team.

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Blues remain stuck in neutral as playoff race gets away

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2023 16:53:16 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ missed opportunity over the last seven games at Enterprise Center.

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Blues defeat Ottawa, but much work remains on homestand

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 21:00:15 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Matt DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues victory over Ottawa and the need to tack on more wins during this seven-game stretch.

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Matt DeFranks joins the podcast and the discussion about unlikely Blues surge

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:01:27 +0000

New Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matt DeFranks joined beat report Jim Thomas and columnist Jeff Gordon to break down the Blues’ success in the face of costly injuries.

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Farewell to Timmermann and the Blues plot forth

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 5 Jan 2023 22:53:15 +0000

Departing Post-Dispatch writer Tom Timmermann joins beat reporter Jim Thomas and columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss his time on the beat and the state of the Blues.

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Blues lose Torey Krug, star slipping off the playoff pace

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 28 Dec 2022 16:27:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Torey Krug’s injury, the overtime loss to Toronto, and the need to start stacking up points.

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Net Front Presence: Resurgent Blues roll rack up key points in Western Canada

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 18:21:23 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the big victories over Edmonton. Calgary and Vancouver and the flat performance in Seattle.

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Blues tighten defense, earn badly needed points

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 13 Dec 2022 17:19:39 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmerman joined columnist Jeff Gordon to review the Blues overtime loss to Colorado and their overtime victory over Nashville.

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Net Front Presence: Craig Berube officially reaches wit’s end with slumping Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 9 Dec 2022 19:19:28 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the latest Blues downturn and the utter exasperation coach Craig Berube is feeling these days.

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Blues keep sputtering, Berube keeps searching for answers

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:08:21 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ struggles to find consistent defensive pairings and more offense.

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Happy days are here again for the Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 16:35:13 +0000

Beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ dramatic turnaround after losing eight straight games.

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Blues’ record-setting slump boggles the mind

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 9 Nov 2022 17:39:21 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to try to make sense of all that has gone wrong with this hockey team.

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Armstrong comes down hard on reeling Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 2 Nov 2022 14:54:21 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ five-game losing streak and what GM Doug Armstrong could do if the team does not reverse course.

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Depleted Blues suffer offensive outage

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 21:04:13 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the recent Blues downturn with Pavel Buchnevich and Brandon Saad on the injured list.

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Binnington, Faulk excel as Blues start season 2-0

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:49:07 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s season-opening victories over Columbus and Seattle.

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Farewell to Klim Kostin, hello to the 2022-23 regular season

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 12 Oct 2022 18:14:35 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Klim Kostin trade and the team’s final preparations for the regular season.

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Looking at the impact of Perunovich’s injury and battle for forward roles

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:59:01 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the latest injury suffered by defenseman Scott Perunovich and the ongoing battle for bottom six forward roles.

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Kyrou’s contract, Scandella’s surgery and Traverse City impressions

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:05:04 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Jordan Kyrou’s contract extension, defenseman Marco Scandella’s hip surgery how the Blues prospects looked at the Traverse City tournament.

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Farewell to David Perron, Robert Thomas gets paid

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 15:51:14 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the departure of David Perron, the re-signing of Nick Leddy and the big contract for Robert Thomas.

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Blues prepare for NHL Draft, free agency

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 6 Jul 2022 15:37:06 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Ville Husso’s likely departure, the team’s attempts to sign David Perron and what needs the Blues hope to meet in this draft.

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Net Front Presence: Blues’ big picture looks promising despite playoff exit

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 2 Jun 2022 19:25:29 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the franchise after its second-round exit against the Colorado Avalanche.

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Net Front Presence: Blues’ resilience extends series, bodes well for future

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 26 May 2022 22:08:44 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmerman join columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ miraculous comeback victory in Game 5 and how It could benefit the team beyond this season.

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Net Front Presence: Blues muster feeble Game 4 response, face elimination in Game 5

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 24 May 2022 20:52:38 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmerman joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ Game 4 fiasco and the limited hope for a better outcome Wednesday.

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Net Front Presence: Blues bounce, pull even in series behind Perron, Binnington

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 20 May 2022 21:27:55 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ two-game split in Colorado and the coming Game 3 in their Western Conference series.

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Net Front Presence: Blues dispatch Wild, brace for huge challenge against Avalanche

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Mon, 16 May 2022 19:34:29 +0000

Blues beat reporter Jim Thomas joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the impressive Blues closeout of Minnesota and the underdog status against mighty Colorado.

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Net Front Presence: Tarasenko leads Blues to brink of series victory

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 11 May 2022 21:08:35 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues reporter Jim Thomas joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ 5-2 victory in Game 5 against the Minnesota Wild and the challenge ahead in Game 6.

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Net Front Presence: State of emergency declared on Blues defense

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 5 May 2022 20:54:24 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the rash of injuries to Blues defensemen as the first-round playoff series against Minnesota continues.

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Net Front Presence: Point streak finally ends as playoffs near

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:20:32 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmerman joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s late-season point streak and its readiness for postseason play.

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Net Front Presence: Blues’ scoring surge ends with sluggish effort against Boston

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:46:09 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s 3-2 overtime loss to the Bruins and the ongoing battle to finish second in the Central Division.

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Net Front Presence: Krug returns, Blues roll on as postseason nears

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 13 Apr 2022 21:58:30 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the return of defenseman Torey Krug and the team’s encouraging winning streak.

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Net Front Presence: Blues roll over Coyotes, eye Wild showdown

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 5 Apr 2022 20:20:49 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues victory over Arizona, Ville Husso’s firm hold on the starting goaltending job and the coming games with Minnesota.

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Net Front Presence: Blues ride momentum into challenging Alberta road swing

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 22:08:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ two victories over Vancouver and tough matchups ahead against the Oilers and Flames.

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Net Front Presence: Assessing the Nick Leddy trade and the Blues’ response in Washington

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 21:51:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to break down the Blues’ big move at the trade deadline and the comeback victory against the Capitals.

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Net Front Presence: Assessing the Blues ahead of the NHL trade deadline

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 16:41:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss where the Blues stand as the trade deadline nears. Limited cap space appears to limit their trade options

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Net Front Presence: Blues hit offensive rut, face massive near-term challenge

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 9 Mar 2022 16:40:35 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s sudden offensive slump and the tough games awaiting them on their immediate schedule.

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Net Front Presence: Perron heats up, Binnington works back into Blues’ goaltender rotation

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 3 Mar 2022 15:45:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined Jeff Gordon to discuss the offensive resurgence of winger David Perron and the return of goaltender Jordan Binnington to relevance.

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Net Front Presence: Binnington steps, Blues cap off successful trip

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:23:19 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Jordan Binnington’s winning performance in Philadelphia and the team's successful four-game road swing.

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Net Front Presence: Blues seek to feast on also-rans during key road swing

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 23:23:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s ongoing excursion to face mostly terrible teams. They need to pile up points while they are there for the taking.

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Net Front Presence: Berube gets his contract extension, Binnington slump worsens

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:54:59 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the three-year contract extension for coach Craig Berube and Jordan Binnington’s latest flop in goal.

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Net Front Presence: Assessing the Blues at the All-Star break

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 2 Feb 2022 18:06:55 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to break down how the forwards, defensemen, and goaltenders fared in the first half of the season.

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Net Front Presence: Binnington, Blues try to rebound from Monday night meltdown

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:15:46 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the ongoing struggles of goaltender Jordan Binnington and the team-wide breakdown against the Calgary Flames.

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Net Front Presence: Chris Pronger takes his bow, Ville Husso makes his case

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 18 Jan 2022 19:25:04 +0000

Blues beat reporter Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to reflect on Chris Pronger’s number retirement and the recent play of goaltender Ville Husso.

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Net Front Presence: Blues deal with the loss of Parayko, Perron, Schenn

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 16:18:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s latest COVID-19 casualties, the unlikely win over Dallas, Evander Kane speculation and the Jack Eichel comeback for the Golden Knights.

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Net Front Presence: Blues lose Tarasenko, welcome back Bortuzzo from COVID carousel

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 Jan 2022 20:56:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Winter Classic, the loss in Pittsburgh and more roster upheaval.

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Net Front Presence: Kyrou, Thomas come roaring back for Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:11:40 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues 4-2 victory over the Edmonton Oilers, highlighted by the return of forwards Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas.

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Net Front Presence: State of the Blues, NHL at the pandemic break

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 23 Dec 2021 16:34:42 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss where the team stands during this pause and where the NHL may be headed.

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Net Front Presence: Springfield, er, St. Louis Blues keep finding ways to win

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 22:58:21 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues ability to prosper with an ever-rotating cast of players.

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Net Front Presence: Injury and COVID woes challenge Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 8 Dec 2021 23:14:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the crisis.

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Net Front Presence: Blues lose Perron, promote Brown, win consecutive games

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 1 Dec 2021 23:54:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ recent upturn, the loss of key forward David Perron and the arrival of Logan Brown.

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Net Front Presence: Blues regroup, rediscover offense against Golden Knights

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:56:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ 5-2 victory over Vegas and the looming three-game challenge.

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Net Front Presence: Blues slump, but Peronovich arrives, Sundqvist returns

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Sat, 20 Nov 2021 02:41:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat report Tom Timmerman and Jim Thomas joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s downturn, the promotion of Scott Perunovich and the comeback of Oscar Sundqvist.

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Net Front Presence: Binnington shines, Thomas settles in, Blues roll on

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 23:33:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Jordan Binnington’s brilliant game in Winnipeg, Robert Thomas’ newfound faceoff success and the looming return of Brayden Schenn and Oskar Sundqvist.

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Net Front Presence: Saad makes productive return, Hofer wins debut for Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 5 Nov 2021 16:27:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Brandon Saad’s impact since returning from COVID-19 protocol, Hofer’s victory and other hockey topics.

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Net Front Presence: Blues scramble to replace Ryan O’Reilly

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:49:53 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ loss of Ryan O’Reilly to COVID-19 and how they might shuffle their lines to replace him.

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Net Front Presence: Tarasenko turns back the clock, Kyrou breaks out

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:38:42 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the impressive games by Vladimir Tarasenko and Jordan Kyrou during the team’s 3-0 start.

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Net Front Presence: NHL season begins, but Blues remain in camp mode

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 19:29:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the opening of the NHL season and the final Blues preparations in Vail, Colorado.

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Net Front Presence: Improved penalty killing, offensive chemistry and happy Vladdy

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 7 Oct 2021 21:03:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas as Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the revamped Blues power play, how the forward lines are shaping up and Vladimir Tarasenko’s happy camp.

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Net Front Presence: Farewell to Zach Sanford, welcome back Ken Hitchcock

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 30 Sep 2021 22:17:50 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Zach Sanford trade, the Doug Armstrong contract, Ken Hitchcock’s return and the battle for forward jobs in training camp.

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Net Front Presence: Robert Thomas gets his contract, training camp opens

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 17:38:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the new contract for forward Robert Thomas, the tryouts for James Neal and Michael Frolik and other training camp issues.

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Net Front Presence: Bozak returns, Tarasenko standoff continues for Blues

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 17 Sep 2021 17:07:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the re-signing of Tyler Bozak, the Colton Parayko contract, the Vladimir Tarasenko standoff and the prospects camp.

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Net Front Presence: Reasons to be happy about Saad signing

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:20:00 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ signing of winger Brandon Saad as well as other big free agency topics.

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Net Front Presence: Dunn leaves, Buchnevich arrives, Tarasenko in limbo

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:22:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the expansion draft, the Pavel Buchnevich trade and the Vladimir Tarasenko Dilemma.

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Net Front Podcast: Blues will seek internal improvements for 2021-22 season

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 27 May 2021 16:18:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to analyze the Blues’ offseason and explore where the team needs to improve.

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Net Front Presence: Depleted Blues getting buried by Avalanche

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 20 May 2021 19:10:00 +0000

Blues beat reporter Jim Thomas joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ losses to the Colorado Avalanche in Games 1 and 2.

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Net Front Presence: Blues roll into playoffs, but face daunting task

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Fri, 14 May 2021 15:14:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues hot finish and their troublesome playoff matchup against the explosive Colorado Avalanche.

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Net Front Presence: Blues lose their edge as playoffs near

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 6 May 2021 15:24:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ lull this week while facing the lowly Anaheim Ducks.

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Net Front Presence: Blues stage huge rally, finally build momentum

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:27:39 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the recent Blues surge, highlighted by their comeback in Minnesota.

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Net Front Presence: Baffling Blues fail to win must-win games

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:16:21 +0000

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s ongoing struggles and the challenges ahead in the playoff race.

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Net Front Presence: Blues fall to Avalanche, but look more like playoff team

pdpodcast@post-dispatch.com — Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:47:00 +0000

Blues beat reporters Jim Thomas and Tom Timmermann joined columnist Jeff Gordon to pump a little sunshine after the Blues’ rally fell just a bit short against Colorado.

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