Are the St. Louis Blues already in trouble, or is it too early to panic? On the season premiere of Blues Central, Thomas Welch is joined by Mike Claiborne to break down the Blues' rocky start, their disappointing performance against the Chicago Blackhawks, and why there's still plenty of reason for optimism.
The guys discuss the team's ongoing struggles with consistency, the growing pains of a revamped roster, and whether Jim Montgomery can find the right line combinations to get the Blues back on track. They also examine the slow start from Robert Thomas and the top line, the impressive early contributions from Connor McMichael and Mason McTavish, and the impact of injuries to Logan Mailloux, Tyler Tucker, and Alexey Toropchenko.
Plus, how much should Blues fans expect from exciting young defensemen Adam Jiricek and Theo Lindstein? Can Brandon Carlo help transform the penalty kill? And will the Blues' improved physicality and depth finally translate into wins?
Claibs explains why patience is critical, why the Blues may actually have a more talented roster than last season, and what needs to happen before this group can become a legitimate contender.
Is it time to worry about the Blues, or should fans trust the process? Let us know in the comments!
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27 Jun 2026
Did the Blues Make the Right Decisions in the NHL Draft?! | Blues Central Instant Reaction
The Blues appear to be done for tonight's first round in the 2026 NHL Draft. The team was very active, as expected, and now have some news faces to talk about.
Mike Meyer breaks it all down with Joe Roderick as we get your Instant Reaction
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17 Apr 2026
Blues win season finale in THRILLER vs. Utah | Blues Central Postgame
Blues close out the season in style with a thrilling 5–3 win over Utah, highlighted by a dominant hat trick performance from Robert Thomas. The guys break down a back-and-forth finale, discuss the team’s late-season surge against playoff-caliber opponents, and look ahead to a pivotal offseason filled with roster decisions, coaching changes, and rising young talent. Despite missing the playoffs, the Blues show plenty of promise heading into next year.
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