Blues Central

The St. Louis Blues came up just short in a frustrating 5–4 shootout loss to the Los Angeles Kings, marking their fourth straight defeat. Despite a strong response after a slow start, including goals from Dalibor Dvorsky and a two-goal night from Jordan Kyrou — capped by a dramatic late equalizer with the net empty — the Blues once again couldn’t finish in overtime or the shootout. The guys break down the positives from the young players, continued struggles in OT and shootouts, and ongoing defensive issues, while also diving into bigger questions about the Blues’ direction as the trade deadline approaches Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues suffered another frustrating late loss, falling 3–2 to the Dallas Stars after surrendering the game-winner in the final minute. Despite battling one of the Central Division’s top teams, familiar issues resurfaced, including penalty kill struggles and costly mistakes late in periods. Dalibor Dvorsky provided a bright spot with a power-play goal, but Jason Robertson’s late strike sealed the outcome for Dallas. The loss leaves Blues fans once again torn between signs of promise and the harsh reality of another disappointing result. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues fell 3–1 to the Winnipeg Jets in another frustrating but revealing night at Enterprise Center. A new-look power play under Jim Montgomery showed early signs of life, with Jordan Kyrou snapping his goal drought on a man-advantage tally, but costly turnovers and defensive breakdowns proved too much to overcome. Joel Hofer kept the Blues competitive with several big saves, while young players like Jimmy Snuggerud and Dalibor Dvorsky flashed promise. Despite outshooting Winnipeg, the Blues couldn’t capitalize at even strength and were burned by special teams at the other end, leaving fans once again stuck between optimism for development and frustration with the standings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues were shut out 5–0 by the Edmonton Oilers, and Blues Central Postgame didn’t hold back breaking down another frustrating night. The Blues created some offense but were undone by defensive breakdowns, poor special teams, and costly penalties against the NHL’s most dangerous power play Jordan Binnington was largely defended by the hosts, who pointed to repeated coverage lapses and odd-man rushes that left him with little chance. Connor McDavid stole the spotlight with another highlight-reel performance, while concern lingered over Oscar Sundqvist after a scary injury The discussion quickly shifted to the bigger picture, questioning whether the Blues should buy, sell, or finally choose a direction as they remain stuck in the “mushy middle.” The episode wrapped with a look ahead to the next game and growing frustration over a season defined by inconsistency Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At long last, the St. Louis Blues finally get their first non-regulation win of the season, edging the Tampa Bay Lightning 3–2 in a shootout at Enterprise Center. After going winless in overtime and shootouts entering the night, the Blues leaned on a spectacular performance from Joel Hofer, who turned aside 34 shots in regulation and overtime before stopping all three Tampa Bay attempts in the shootout. The Blues jumped out to a 2–0 lead and held Tampa Bay scoreless at even strength, but a brief lapse on special teams allowed the Lightning to tie the game with back-to-back power-play goals. Despite the momentum swing, St. Louis stayed composed, killed off late pressure, and forced the game past overtime. In the shootout, Jordan Kyrou delivered the decisive moment, beating Andrei Vasilevskiy with a confident backhand to seal the win. The postgame discussion breaks down Hofer’s emergence in net, strong five-on-five play against one of the NHL’s hottest teams, and encouraging performances from young players stepping into bigger roles. The crew also debates what this win means long-term—whether it’s a sign of a turnaround or just another twist in an up-and-down season—as the Blues prepare for a tough road test against Edmonton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues delivered one of their most complete performances of the 2025-26 season, blanking the Carolina Hurricanes 3–0 at Enterprise Center in a game the Blues Central Postgame crew called their best all-around effort of the year Nick Bjugstad set the tone early in the second period with a massive shorthanded goal, jumping on a turnover and burying his fifth of the season just moments after returning from IR. That goal flipped the momentum and sparked a dominant middle frame for St. Louis Dalibor Dvorsky doubled the lead minutes later, finishing off a beautiful passing sequence set up by Jake Neighbours, and Jimmy Snuggerud capped the scoring as the Blues poured it on in a rare strong second period — an area that has plagued them all season Joel Hofer was outstanding in net, earning his fourth shutout of the season — tied for the NHL lead — as the Blues held one of the league’s top offensive teams scoreless while getting production up and down the lineup, especially from their young core With Hall of Fame night energy in the building and strong depth contributions throughout the lineup, the Blues sent a loud message that they’re still in the playoff hunt — and showed exactly what they’re capable of when everything clicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues dropped a frustrating 4–2 decision to the Vegas Golden Knights in a late-night road loss that managed to deliver both hope and heartbreak. The night began with positive momentum as the Blues officially locked up defenseman Philip Broberg on a six-year, $48 million extension — only for that excitement to be quickly undercut when Broberg left the game early with an injury following a hard collision with Mark Stone Despite battling hard in the physical categories — winning the hit count, faceoffs, and blocked shots — the Blues struggled to generate consistent offense, finishing with just 19 shots on goal. Vegas capitalized on their star power, getting goals from key contributors like Shea Theodore and Mark Stone, while the Blues failed to get enough production from their top offensive players. Robert Thomas and Broberg accounted for St. Louis’ scoring, but the team’s lack of sustained pressure proved costly The episode also dove deep into what Broberg’s extension means for the future of the franchise. At just 24 years old, Broberg has quickly emerged as the Blues’ de facto No. 1 defenseman, logging heavy minutes and becoming a cornerstone of Doug Armstrong’s long-term vision. The panel praised the structure of the deal, noting how its front-loaded design and eventual modified no-trade clauses give both Broberg and the Blues long-term flexibility as the salary cap rises Beyond the box score, the show addressed growing concerns about effort, offensive execution, and team chemistry. While the Blues remain mathematically in the playoff race, the hosts questioned whether the on-ice product matches that optimism, pointing to stagnant power-play structure, limited shot volume, and inconsistent performances from the club’s highest-paid forwards. With another tough matchup looming against the Carolina Hurricanes, the episode closed by challenging the Blues to find urgency, simplify their offensive approach, and rediscover the identity that made them competitive down the stretch last season. Fans were encouraged to weigh in on Broberg’s future, the direction of the team, and what changes must happen next for St. Louis to turn frustration into progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues dropped another frustrating game on the road, falling 4–2 to the Utah Mammoth in a performance that once again exposed their biggest season-long issue: special teams. The Blues went 0-for-4 on the power play, extending a brutal drought that has now reached over fifteen consecutive failed opportunities — a recurring problem that continues to cost them games Despite showing some fight and flashes of pushback — including early physical play, Braden Schenn sticking up for rookie Jimmy Snuggerud, and a brief comeback attempt — the Blues could not overcome sloppy defense, missed chances from the top six, and defensive breakdowns against familiar foes Clayton Keller and Nick Schmaltz, who once again torched St. Louis offensively A scary moment came when Robert Thomas was knocked violently to the ice, landing on his head after his feet were taken out from under him. Though he returned to finish the game, concern remains about his health moving forward — especially given how crucial he is to the Blues’ offense In net, Joel Hofer surrendered four goals, some on awkward bounces and others that likely should have been stopped. While not all of the blame fell on Hofer, the defensive play in front of him continued to be a major problem, reinforcing the idea that the team’s structure — not just goaltending — is failing to support wins The episode also touched on growing frustration among fans and analysts over the lack of lineup changes, power-play adjustments, and urgency from management, with trade rumors beginning to swirl around key veterans as the Blues continue to slide further behind the rest of the NHL. St. Louis now looks ahead to a back-to-back matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights, hoping to replicate a previous win — but major questions remain about whether the Blues can fix their special teams, defensive lapses, and overall execution before the season slips completely out of reach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues suffered a brutal 7–3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks in a game that quickly unraveled due to poor special teams and defensive breakdowns. Despite early momentum and a first-period goal, the Blues went 0-for-5 on the power play while Chicago capitalized on three of four chances, turning the game into a lopsided affair. The lone bright spot of the night was rookie Otto Stenberg, who scored his first NHL goal with a crafty takeaway and finish, while Nathan Walker also found the net in his return to the lineup. Postgame reactions reflected frustration and disappointment, with Robert Thomas, Otto Stenberg, and head coach Jim Montgomery all pointing to net-front presence and special teams as major issues. Montgomery stressed that Jordan Binnington isn’t the problem, noting breakdowns in coverage and screens in front of the net. The episode also featured live locker room interviews from Luke Slabaugh in Chicago and a passionate breakdown of the team’s ongoing struggles, raising tough questions about urgency, confidence, and whether the Blues need significant changes moving forward as they head into a difficult back-to-back road set in Utah and Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Luke Slabaugh and Mike Meyer bring you Blues Central Postgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues kicked off 2026 with one of their gutsiest wins of the season, rallying past the Vegas Golden Knights 4–3 at Enterprise Center for their fifth comeback victory of the year. After an early turnover led to a Vegas goal, the Blues quickly responded with Alexey Toropchenko tying the game and the fourth line setting a physical, high-energy tone all afternoon. Justin Faulk and Oscar Sundqvist helped St. Louis build a 3–1 lead in a dominant second period, but another costly turnover allowed Vegas to claw back and tie the game late in the third. With overtime looming — and the Blues still winless in OT this season — captain Brayden Schenn delivered the moment of the game, burying a rebound with just 93 seconds left to seal the dramatic win. The postgame show breaks down the fourth line’s impact, the ongoing turnover issues, Schenn’s emotional game-winner following the birth of his daughter, and why this win could be a turning point as the Blues try to build consistency and climb back into the playoff race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues wrap up 2025 with a record setting loss to the Colorado Avalanche, giving up 4 goals in the first 5 minutes of the game. Joe Roderick and Jacob Stanoch break things down for you, and hopefully you're celebrating too much to remember this game even happened Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues saw their momentum grind to a halt with a frustrating 4–2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres in a game that felt far more lopsided than the score suggests. After a promising first period capped by a Jimmy Snuggerud goal that gave St. Louis an early lead, the Blues completely lost control in a disastrous second period where Buffalo seized the momentum and never let go. St. Louis struggled badly to generate offense, finishing with just 18 shots on goal while turning the puck over repeatedly and failing to create quality chances. Despite a late push and brief flashes of life, including Snuggerud’s goal providing the team’s biggest spark, the Blues couldn’t find the net when it mattered most. Buffalo capitalized on deflections, sustained pressure, and timely goals to secure the win, leaving St. Louis once again searching for consistency, offensive identity, and urgency as they remain stuck on the playoff bubble with their season slipping further into uncertainty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jacob Stanoch and Hunter Mulholland recap the Blues 3-2 win over Nashville in a game that saw the return of Jordan Kyrou and Jimmy Snuggerud Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues fell 4–1 to the Tampa Bay Lightning in a frustrating loss that once again highlighted ongoing special teams issues. Falling behind early, the Blues never fully recovered after surrendering two first-period goals, with sluggish energy and ineffective power play execution defining the night. Justin Faulk scored the lone Blues goal, continuing his surprising role as one of the team’s top offensive contributors from the blue line, while Jordan Binnington was largely left out to dry despite making several strong saves. The postgame discussion focused heavily on systemic problems, inconsistent effort, trade speculation, coaching adjustments on special teams, and the growing sense of urgency surrounding the roster as the team heads into the Christmas break searching for answers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Blues offense finally broke through in a big way, exploding for a 6–2 road win over the Florida Panthers in their most complete performance of the season. Robert Thomas led the charge with a three-point night, Jonathan Bergeron continued his hot start with three points of his own, and Jake Neighbours added two goals, while Joel Hofer was steady in net as the Blues delivered a full 60-minute effort against the defending champs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Blues drop another frustrating overtime game, falling 2–1 to the Rangers and remaining winless in extra time this season. Despite a strong, competitive effort and solid goaltending, special teams failures and ongoing scoring struggles again prove costly, as St. Louis goes 0-for-3 on the power play. The episode breaks down Jonathan Berggren’s impressive impact and lone Blues goal, Jake Neighbours’ physical leadership, lineup decisions, and the growing concerns around finishing chances, special teams, and the team’s direction as they look ahead to a tough matchup against the defending champion Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St. Louis Blues earned a gritty 1–0 win over the Winnipeg Jets as Joel Hofer delivered a standout shutout performance, bouncing back in a big way and giving the team elite goaltending for a full 60 minutes. Justin Faulk scored the lone goal, while a disciplined, locked-in defensive effort showed signs of life for a Blues team looking to build consistency and confidence moving forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The St Louis Blues defeat their rivals, the Chicago Blackhawks, 3-2. Joel Hofer impresses again while Logan Mailloux scores his first goal with the club. Ethan Hannaford & Hunter Mulholland bring you Blues Central Postgame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a brutal 7–2 loss to the Nashville Predators, Jacob Stanoch and Thomas Welch break down another frustrating night for the St. Louis Blues on Blues Central Postgame. The guys dive into the team’s ongoing lack of identity, effort, and pride, discuss Robbie Fabbri’s surprising impact, Jordan Binnington being left out to dry, and the alarming trend of the Blues folding once they fall behind. With a back-to-back against the Blackhawks looming, the conversation turns honest, emotional, and blunt about where this season is headed and what — if anything — can change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices