The peaks and valleys of a team during a long regular season feature a mix of struggle and triumph in the National Hockey League. After being beset by injuries to key players early in the campaign, the Blues are now … Continue reading
Author Archives: Dennis Morrell
As injuries pile-up, new players to roster and victories increase for Blues
All teams hope for a strong start with increasing wins to establish themselves as the season gets underway. Few expect to accomplish this while also suffering increasing injuries at the same time. Welcome to the story of the 2015-16 St. … Continue reading
Blues have nearly as many injuries as victories as five-game home stand begins
Despite losing the six-game road trip finale against Montreal 3-0, the Blues finished with a 4-2 record with all wins coming in regulation. But the news on the health of the team’s top players continues to worsen. Jaden Schwartz was … Continue reading
Blues set to finish productive road trip in Montreal
The glitz and hoopla of opening night in St. Louis ended with a 3-1 victory of the Edmonton Oilers and generational star Connor McDavid. The Blues then embarked on a six-game trip, starting in Minnesota with a battle against the … Continue reading
St. Louis has McDavid and the Oilers singing the Blues at season opener
Opening night in St. Louis, as in most cities, always has special meaning. But for the opening of the Blues’ 2015-16 season, the arrival of the NHL’s next generational star provided additional significance. Connor McDavid, anointed the NHL’s next superstar, … Continue reading
Blues roster set, young rookies set to face Oilers Thursday
With the pre-season complete and a few days until opening night, the St. Louis Blues returned from Michigan where they practiced and worked out at Yost Arena, home of the Michigan Wolverines. Monday, the roster was set and it put … Continue reading