Blues' Bannister Hire Doesn't Move the Needle & Players at the 2024 World Championships
Also, why Blues should strike on Binnington deal in desperate market & more
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Blues Hiring Drew Bannister Doesn’t Move the Needle
May 8, 2024 by Ethan Carter
Instead of thinking creatively and looking for real change, the St. Louis Blues front office removed the interim tag from Drew Bannister and rewarded him with a two-year deal as full-time head coach. This is the fifth coach under general manager Doug Armstrong and the third since the beginning of the 2017-18 season.
Top 5 Blues Players at the 2024 World Championships
May 6, 2024 by Anthony Testaguzza
The 2024 IIHF (International Ice Hockey Federation) World Championships get underway on May 10. The St. Louis Blues have many candidates for several teams, mostly on Team Canada. However, other nations have released their final rosters as the tournament’s opening day approaches. Here are the top five Blues players going to Prague, Czech Republic, to compete in the Worlds.
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Blues Should Strike On Binnington Deal in Desperate Goalie Market
May 9, 2024 by Stephen Ground
There will be many good hockey teams looking for a reliable starting goaltender this summer, and the St. Louis Blues need to make sure that one of them finds their match in Jordan Binnington. The 30-year-old netminder is coming off of a fantastic season, but with three seasons left on his contract at a $6 million annual average value (AAV), the former Stanley Cup winner isn’t a great fit for a team that is looking to rebuild and focus on youth. Let’s take a look at why trading Binnington makes sense, and who might be a good fit for his services.