Posts About "Alex Pietrangelo"
Best Blues Defensemen by Decade
July 15th, 2020 Since I've already taken a look at the best St. Louis Blues' centers by decade, it's time to take a took at the best defensemen by decade for this 53-year-old franchise. There are plenty of Hall of Fame defenders to wear the blue note, from Al MacInnis to Chris Pronger and others. This is going to be a list full of excellent players...
NHL Rumors: Canucks, Wild, Blues, Oilers, More
July 14th, 2020 I’m today’s NHL rumor rundown, Vancouver Canucks GM Jim Benning shoots down rumors of a Brock Boeser trade, while the Minnesota Wild officially sign Kirill Kaprizov. Alex Pietrangelo says he wants to stay in St. Louis and Ken Holland of the Edmonton Oilers says all contract talks for his free agents will have to wait. Benning...
Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Free Agents, Bonuses, Pietrangelo & Ceci
July 2nd, 2020 This season’s NHL activities are very different. In this edition of Toronto Maple Leafs News & Rumors, I’ll share some of those differences. As well, I’ll note some of the ways the Maple Leafs organization differs from other NHL franchises. Related: Maple Leafs News & Rumors: Brazeau, Nesterov & Mogilny Finally,...
St. Louis Blues' Life After the Stanley Cup
July 1st, 2020 When the season started, I think it’s safe to say I was content with my hometown Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues. After 52 years of getting my hopes up, only to have them dashed in every way imaginable, it felt nice going into this year not wondering about who might be moved because their contract was about to be up or what...
Blues Defensive Options for 2020-21
June 29th, 2020 The St. Louis Blues are defending Stanley Cup Champions and will enter the 2019-20 postseason in first place in the Western Conference. They are also built for the future, with just four players in the NHL approaching restricted free agent (RFA) or unrestricted free agent (UFA) status in the offseason. Unfortunately, one of those...
Blues: 5 Things to Watch for in 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs
June 28th, 2020 With the 24-team playoff format set to take place next month, it's important to think about storylines and things to watch for the St. Louis Blues, last year's Stanley Cup champions. 1. Alex Pietrangelo's Final Ride in St. Louis? A lot of the outside noise for the Blues this season has been about the future status of their...
St. Louis Blues' Chemistry Not an Issue
June 27th, 2020 One of the most important keys to a team’s success is chemistry and health. With the announcement of the Return to Play plan, one of the most daunting questions is how will the players regain this essential aspect? Can the St. Louis Blues establish the repertoire and...
NHL Rumors: Blues, Flames, Sabres, Vancouver Out As Hub City?
June 25th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is an update from the St. Louis Blues Dispatch about the odds Alex Pietrangelo might stay in St. Louis. The Calgary Flames have hired a design team and more information is coming forward with respect to a new arena. The Buffalo Sabres may look to make changes that fit Ralph Krueger's system, and did...
Habs Need to Target These Free Agent Defensemen
June 21st, 2020 The start of NHL free agency is technically July 1, but with the league moving into Phase 2 of the return, it will more than likely be pushed back to a much later date. This shouldn't stop teams like the Montreal Canadiens from looking at what free agents they should be targeting to improve their team. The Habs should also be taking...
Ducks Must Pay to Fix Defense
June 16th, 2020 Though we don't know when the Anaheim Ducks will see the ice again or when free agency will officially start, it's not too early to speculate how the team can start filling some holes via the open market. The defense has been a sore spot over the past couple seasons, ever since the trades of Brandon Montour, Shea Theodore, Marcus...
The Devils' Search For Their Captain
June 5th, 2020 The New Jersey Devils winning ways at one time seemed eternal. For 10 years, from 1995 to 2005, the Devils reigned over the Eastern Conference. So long as Lou Lamoriello was in charge, Devils fans and even the players had unwavering confidence in his ability to assemble a playoff-bound roster. A History of Leaders It has been four...
NHL Rumors: Maple Leafs, Senators, Oilers, Blues, More
June 3rd, 2020 In today's NHL rumors rundown, we take a look at what the Ottawa Senators will do with all of their draft picks. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs have a couple of immediate needs that GM Kyle Dubas is keeping an eye out for. Will the St. Louis Blues let Alex Pietrangelo walk this offseason? And, one scribe makes an argument that the...
NHL Rumors: Devils, Canadiens, Blues, Maple Leafs, More
May 18th, 2020 In today's NHL rumor rundown, there is news that the New Jersey Devils might try to offload a player or two. In St. Louis, is there a way Alex Pietrangelo will accept a bridge deal with the Blues? And, is there an update on Max Domi's situation in Montreal? Finally, are the Toronto Maple Leafs willing to move Frederik Andersen to land...
