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Bluenotes PodcastGAME OVER - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 43 - S2TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes
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Bluenotes PodcastCOLORADO PROTOCOL - Bluenotes Podcast - E42 S2It's playoff time...which means it's also time for COVID shenanigans with the St. Louis Blues! David Perron gets added to the list right before their series with the Presidents Trophy-winning Colorado Avalanche begins.
Tom and Mason preview the series with Griffin Youngs with the Tell It Avs It Is podcast, plus...
- Jack Eichel to St. Louis?
- Round 2 of the Bare-Knuckle Blues Bracket
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Bluenotes PodcastBARE-KNUCKLE BLUES BRACKET - Bluenotes Podcast - E41 S2The St. Louis Blues are in the playoffs, but they sputtered once again on the way back.
Is it time to beat up Zach Sanford again in practice? And who gets the rights this time?
INTRODUCING: the Bare-Knuckle Blues Bracket! A battle between 32 Blues to determine who wins the right to pound Sanford in the face (he could even win the right to punch himself!)
Plus talk on, you know, the actual playoffs.
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Bluenotes PodcastTHIS...IS...ST. LOUIS!!! - Bluenotes Podcast - E40 S2The Blues are actually playing good hockey again! Tom, Wags, and Mason explore:
The reasons for the Blues good play
The maddening enigma that is Zach Sanford
The Blues remaining schedule
Who terrifies us the most out of the potential 1st round matchups
We just can't accept a future without Jaden Schwartz as a Blue
Klim Kostin is coming!
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Bluenotes PodcastFRAGILE - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 39 - S2Should Vladimir Tarasenko be exposed to the Seattle Kraken? Will the St. Louis Blues actually make a respectable playoff run AND 1st round showing?
Those questions and more are discussed and answered by Wags, Blues Fan Reacts, and Tom Franklin, who decided to go out to the lake for some reason.
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Bluenotes PodcastCOYOTE UGLY - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 38 - S2 featuring Cori CrenshawOn this week's agenda:
The Blues 2nd period woes...and are they fragile?
Cori Crenshaw with Sporty with Cori and Richie joins us to give the Arizona perspective on the Blues/Coyotes game Saturday night, plus a look at the EPIC RACE FOR 4TH
Ads...on NHL jerseys?
A fitting farewell to Bobby Plager
Is going to Top Golf for the nachos like going to a strip club for steak?
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Bluenotes PodcastWE'RE GOING STREAKING - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 37 - S2A 7 game losing streak leads to a inspiring 3 game win streak, all right before the trade deadline. What are the Blues to do? THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes Our podcast: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/bluenotespodcast Twitter: http://twitter.com/bluenotespod Facebook: http://facebook.com/bluenotespod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bluenotespod/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC13c2xO5wGfWm6ljUl-jKkA2021-04-121h 24
Bluenotes PodcastWE'RE DONE - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 36 - S2Title says it all.
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Bluenotes PodcastPANDEMIC REWIND - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 35 - S2A year ago, we faced an uncertain future. The pandemic shut down sports, restaurants, and many more aspects of our live. Masks and social distancing were in, watching sports live and going to the bar to watch the game were out.
In our first episode since the pandemic started, Tom and Wags tried to forecast what was to come with the COVID-19 pandemic. Were they spot on? Were they off? Enjoy this time capsule of our world coming to grips with a pandemic.
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Bluenotes PodcastHERE'S COLORADO! - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 34 - S2 - Featuring Griffin YoungsFacing the Avs in 2021 is a scary proposition. It's even scarier when the Blues are playing as bad as they've been. Will the four-day break let the Blues get back on track? Tom and Mason discuss, plus get a preview of the Avs from Griffin Youngs from the Tell Avs It Is podcast!
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Bluenotes PodcastFOR BOBBY. - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 23 - S2The Blues response to the death of Mr. Blue Bobby Plager in the first two games was...interesting.
Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" returns to join Tom and Mason to discuss the state of the Blues...and those Taylor Hall rumors.
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Bluenotes PodcastRIP BOBBY PLAGER - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 32- S2RIP Bobby Plager. For the first time in 33 years, he gets to be with his brother Barclay again.
Tom Franklin, Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan", and BluesFanReacts remember the Blues legend.
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Bluenotes PodcastTHE CURIOUS CASE OF VINCE DUNN - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 31 - S2The Blues get a big four points in San Jose, as the tough stretch of the episode approaches. The Blues won't face a single California team for the month of April. The boys talk about how the Blues look heading into the tough second half.
Plus, the enigma that is Vince Dunn, the consternation over Ville Husso, and the tipping of 40 ozs to Oskar Sundqvist.
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Bluenotes PodcastMANDATORY MID-WEEK EPISODE - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 30 - S2With no games and busy lives, Tom Franklin and BluesFanReacts make the most out of a mandatory mid-week episode.
This includes talking about the Kings and flight delays, doxxing trolls, and the return of Bozak and Schwartz! Plus, Guy's Aloha Commentary, where he tells us a story about failing, then getting back up on your feet again...some advice the Blues can use lately.
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MC LUKE WIDBIN'S LATEST RECAP RAPS
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Bluenotes PodcastOF MONEY AND ZONE EXITS - Bluenotes Podcast - EP29 - S2Jordan Binnington is now the $36 million man. Was it a good move to lock him up now, with that term and that price? The boys discuss the (mostly) pros and (some) cons of the signing.
Plus, the Blues defense that plays in front of Binnington continues to frustrate with their inability to get the puck out of their own zone, and that's why they ended up with just 1 point out of a possible 4 against the West Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights. Wags in particular is ready to explode.
In the midst of all that, we have the RETURN of MC Luke...2021-03-151h 16
Bluenotes PodcastKYROU-NAVIRUS - Bluenotes Podcast - EP 28 - S2No Alex Pietrangelo this weekend in the Blues/Sharks series. The former Blues and now Golden Knights defender is being evaluated back in Vegas.
Or is he scared of Jordan Kyrou? Tom and BluesFanReacts discuss.
Plus, why Blues fans shouldn't get too hung up about OT losses to LA and San Jose, an update on Kostin over in Russia, and THE NHL IS BACK ON ESPN!!!
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Bluenotes PodcastCOLTEN ELLIS INTERVIEW - E27 S2 - Bluenotes PodcastColten Ellis is a St. Louis Blue.
Well, of course, he's been in the Blues organization since he was drafted 93rd overall in 2019. Recently, the River Denys, Nova Scotia native signed his three-year entry level deal with the Blues. We reached out to get his reaction, and he's agreed to come on the show!
What's his inspiration for being a goalie? Does he have ice water in his veins like Jordan Binnington? What's behind his great QMJHL season with the Charlottetown Islanders? What does he think of provel cheese?
All those questions and many more!
NOTE: Luke Widbin's "Recap Rap"...2021-03-081h 25
Bluenotes PodcastTHE KOSTIN DOOR IS STUCK - E26 S2 - Bluenotes PodcastFREE BEER!
That's right! We're giving away a $25 gift certificate to Center Ice Brewery in our DraftKings league! Tom Franklin explains how it works and how easy it is to participate...with $0 needed from you!
Tom also discusses the difficulties of bringing Klim Kostin to the United States, Dakota Joshua's big first day, and a BIG interview announcement for next week!
Then, Wags and Mason (BluesFanReacts) join the show to discuss the pending return of Vladimir Tarasenko, the idea of playing in this West Division forever, and if we should be worried about the LA Kings this weekend.
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP 25 - S2: WALKER, AUSSIE RANGER1980s HOCKEY IN 2021!
Boy, that 7-6 Blues-Sharks game had a bit of everything, didn't it? Goals, chaos, anarchy, brawls, and one team's goaltender going insane! Tom, Wags, and Mason (@BluesFanReacts) break down the break down in San Jose, plus is Sanford back? Should we be worried about Binnington? And what the hell is up with Blues fans calling for Berube's head lately?
Oh, and MC Luke Widbin raps about the strange week of Blues hockey and Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" opines on the 80's style hockey on display Saturday night.
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP 24 - S2 - Featuring Jake NeighboursIs it the end for Carl Gunnarsson? The 34-year-old veteran defenseman is out for the season with a right knee injury, and the pending UFA might not have a future in St. Louis. Tom Franklin ponders his future...and wonders if those hideous red Reverse Retro jerseys played a role.
Then, for our newer listeners, a replay of our conversation with St. Louis Blues 1st round pick Jake Neighbours from before the 2020-21 season!
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP 23 - S2The St. Louis Blues are a wounded mess. Walman starts at forward because Nathan Walker has to quarantine. And we'll talk about last night's blown chance at a W, too.
Plus the Hawaii Blues Fan's Aloha Commentary and MC Luke Widbin's Recap Rap!
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP 22 - S2 - Featuring Center Ice BreweryIt's over. The Keller Cup is over, and the Arizona Coyotes won the series 4-3. (Just don't tell Coach Berube that, he ain't got time for that ish)
So what's a man 21 or over to do after a war like that? It's time to drink.
And who better to help us in this next stage of our Blues fandom than to bring in a man who brews beer for a living. Center Ice Brewery assistant brewer Jack Ferrara joins us to discuss the Blues, brews, and bars made of St. Louis Arena wood.
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP21 - S2 - Featuring BluesFanReactsIT'S GAME 7 BABY!!!!!
The Blues and Coyotes are now tied 3-3 in the mid-season playoff series no one asked for, but COVID-19 delivered because it's a giant asshole.
So it's time to scream. And we're bringing in the screamiest Blues fan we know: BluesFanReacts!
Of course, we also have Luke Widbin's Week 5 Recap Rap and The Hawaii Blues Fan's Aloha Commentary, too!
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP20 - S2 - Featuring 101 ESPN's Alex FerrarioWelcome to this "new" episode of Bluenotes, where Tom and Wags talk about the Arizona Coyotes and COVID. You know, what we talked about LAST EPISODE!
*deep breath*
Is it actually a good thing the Blues are getting the Coyotes for seven straight? Tom and Wags hypothesize about that, plus how the NHL can even finish its season and lamenting over three great sports talk stations in North America that suddenly went off-the-air in the never-ending quest for greed and shareholder (not the fans, god no not the FANS) profit.
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Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP19 - S2 - Featuring Sporty with Cori and RichieTom and Wags were bracing for another set of games with the Colorado Avalanche to discuss this episode, but COVID-19 had other plans. Instead, it's back to Arizona and a chat with Sporty with Cori and Richie. Together, they discuss:
* Why the Coyotes own the Blues
* Why $1 margaritas at Applebees and "jungle juice" are bad ideas
* How everyone at THPN suddenly became stock market experts in a week
* Oh, and how the NHL can have a season while managing COVID smarter.
Plus, Luke Widbin's Week 4 Recap Rap and Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" takes us to the Pacific Aviation Museum f...2021-02-081h 28
Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP18 - S2 - Featuring The Jersey FinderSo you want to buy a hockey jersey?
Before you do, there are a few things you should know about, and Tom and Wags bring in an absolute hockey jersey expert: The Jersey Finder. TJF has been helping people find great deals on new and vintage hockey jerseys, and he explains:
> Why NHLShop.com or your team store isn't the only place to look
> Various places to buy
> Different types of jerseys, both current and past
> How to avoid buying a fake jersey from eBay
> Why you ABSOLUTELY POSITIVELY MUST NOT BUY knock-off jerseys from China or elsewhere
It's an...2021-02-0459 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP17 - S2 - Featuring Sporty with Cori and RichieRAZING ARIZONA
The St. Louis Blues continue to play solid hockey, with good performances last week against Vegas and Anaheim. Tom and Wags break down Sunday night's game against the Ducks and get some help recapping the week with Luke Widbin!
Then, Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" joins us with an Aloha Commentary that answers a question on a lot of Blues fans lips: "What to do with Vince Dunn?"
Finally, Cori Crenshaw of "Sporty with Cori and Richie" joins Bluenotes to give Blues fans a preview of the series to come with the Arizona Coyotes!
LUKE WIDBIN'S WEEK THREE...2021-02-011h 38Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP16 - S2 - JORDAN KYROU - Featuring The Quack ReportOh, and Luke Widbin goes into the 70s to write an ode to Jordan Kyrou!
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Jordan Kyrou scorches Alex Pietrangelo! Mark Stone murders Tyler Bozak (with not even a slap on the wrist)! Justin Faulk is awesome (suddenly)! Vince Dunn is terrible (suddenly)!
What a wild game Tuesday night in Vegas! Tom Franklin analyzes the storylines coming out of the Blues/Vegas...2021-01-2840 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP15 - S2 - LIVE FROM THE ENTERPRISE CENTER - Featuring The Hawaii Blues FanAfter two games with the LA Kings, Tom and Wags are joined by Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" for a look at the homestand with the Kings and Sharks, and a look ahead to this week's tilt with the red hot Vegas Golden Knights! Tom is broadcasting his part of the podcast FROM Enterprise Center (which is why he sounds different)!
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...2021-01-2547 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP14 - S2 - Featuring Jordy CunninghamWell, the Sharks series wasn't as easy as we thought it might be, so the St. Louis Blues look forward to the OTHER West Division bottom feeders: the Los Angeles Kings. Tom and Wags get a primer from The Kings Den's Jordy Cunningham on where this team is going, who to watch out for, and more!
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...2021-01-2136 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP13 - S2 - Featuring Griffin Youngs and Nick FlohrS2 E13: BLUE BLOOD IN THE WATER
Ouch. After an encouraging start to the season in Colorado, the Blues get absolutely throat chopped in Game 2, and limp back home with a 1-1 record. Luke Widbin raps about the start to the season, then Tom and Wags recap the series with Griffin Youngs of the Tell It Avs It Is podcast. Guy The Hawaii Blues Fan brings out the "Disgruntled Blues Fan" for his Aloha Commentary this week, and finally, the boys preview the upcoming series against the bottom-feeding San Jose Sharks, which will hopefully be a palate cleanser for the...2021-01-181h 11Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP12 - S2 - Featuring The Weekly Knightly PodcastLAS VEGAS, LOST WAGES
The boys are back and continue their tour of the West Division with a look at Vegas Golden Knights, who seem ripe for a rivalry with former Blues favorites Alex Pietrangelo and Ryan Reaves in the fold. Plus, Luke Widbin's latest lyrical masterpiece and wrapping up the recent Blues news coming out of training camp.
**NOTE: This was recorded before the late Blues/Avs game Wednesday night. For analysis of those two games, listen to S2 E13!**
Intro to 3:30 - Introductions
3:30 to 8:32 - Luke Widbin's latest masterpiece: "The Devil Went Down To Colorado" (follow him on T...2021-01-1451 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP11 - S2 - ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH Featuring Griffin YoungsROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGH
Hockey is back!
The Blues open up the 2021 campaign in Colorado late Wednesday night. Tom and Wags get a primer on what to expect from the arguably toughest foe they'll face this season with Fansided's/Tell It Avs It Is podcast host Griffin Youngs!
Plus, another great Aloha Commentary from The Hawaii Blues Fan and a look back at the Central Division, with predictions on how that mess will play out.
Intro to 5:06 - Introductions
5:06 to 10:02 - Missing John Denver's "Country Roads" at Blues games
10:02 to 51:42 - GRIFFIN YOUNGS of Fansided and Tell It Avs It Is...2021-01-111h 34Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP10 - S2 Featuring The Quack ReportOnce AGAIN the Blues have lost their AHL affiliate, this time to the act of God known as COVID.
Tom and Wags discuss that as well as the NHL start times for those damned West Coast games plus early Blues lines and pairings.
Then, the boys bring in Nate Thomas and Carter Potts of The Quack Report to educate Blues fans on one of their new division mates: the Anaheim Ducks!
Intro to 9:16 - Springfield Thunderbirds out, Utica Comets in for AHL.
9:16 to 12:22 - Late start times and how the NHL cut us a break...kind of
12:22 to 20:49 - Early...2021-01-0746 minBluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP9 - S2 Featuring Darren PangSEASON 2, EPISODE 9: ALL SAID AND DUNN
The boys are back! And so is Vince Dunn!
Open to 6:55 - Introductions, including Tom forgetting how the intro goes.
6:55 to 20:56 - Where Mike Hoffman fits in with the Blues, along with a little more whining about late starts
20:56 to 31:41 - Vince Dunn resigns and it's time for him to step up
31:41 to 50:02 - NOTES THAT ARE BLUE: Kostin/Toropchenko/Alexandrov overseas, Joel Hofer to taxi squad?, World Junior semifinals, quick NHL notes INCLUDING Lake Tahoe hockey! (note: Tom and Wags speculated if the games will be ON the lake...they won't, they'll be...2021-01-041h 25Bluenotes PodcastBluenotes Podcast - EP8 - S2 Featuring Scott WarmannFOX SPORTS MIDWEST'S SCOTT WARMANN
In a first-ever Bluenotes/Hawaii Blues Fan collaboration, Tom and Guy sit down with Fox Sports Midwest's Blues pregame and postgame host Scott Warmann!
The boys chat with him about his favorite Blues memories, Ryan O'Reilly being named captain, and whether his network contacted the NHL and asked the Blues to be placed in the West Division, as has been rumored!
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Ryan O'Reilly has been officially crowned the 23rd captain of the St. Louis Blues. Tom discusses how it's the right choice, then dives into the NHL schedule for the season ahead in a SURPRISE Christmas Eve episode!
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The ultimate "Good News, Bad News" episode of Bluenotes.
Good news: We will have a 2020-21 NHL season! We will be watching our Blues in the Pacific Division! We DON'T know where they'll play yet, but by God there will be hockey again.
Bad news: Alex Steen's career is over. A bum back forced an early end, and speculation over what the Blues will do with his LTIR money. Tom and Wags go over the options, The Hawaii Blues Fan has a career retrospective, and Luke Widbin evokes Elton John...2020-12-211h 33Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP5 - S2 Featuring Tom CalhounTOM CALHOUN INTERVIEW PART 2
"Make some noise tonight!" Blues fans at the St. Louis Arena and the Kiel/Savvis/Scottrade/Enterprise Center have been greeted by the man behind those words since January 4th, 1987. He's Tom Calhoun, and he joined Bluenotes this week to talk about his experiences and memories behind the mic for every single home game the Blues have played since he started!
Open to 3:55 - Intro
4:14 to 6:15 - Tom's charity Cameos during the pandemic
6:15 to 10:30 - Emotional moments and keeping composure during them
10:30 to 14:11 - Influences and developing his own style
14:41 to 17:28 - Difficult last names like "...2020-12-1736 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP4 - S2Episode 86
The divisions and schedule for 2021 remain in flux, but the latest rumors have the St. Louis Blues going to the Pacific to join the California teams, Arizona, Vegas, and whichever of Minnesota and Dallas draws the short straw. Tom and Wags go over the implications of 9 p.m. weeknight start times for the Blues fanbase, whether the Pacific is easier/harder than the Central, and perspective on the Blues playing more west coast teams from a west coaster: Guy the Hawaii Blues Fan!
Open to 13:10 - Introductions/Tom Calhoun episode/The challenges of pronouncing Pietrangelo and other difficult names
13:10...2020-12-141h 29Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP3 - S2 Featuring Tom Calhoun"Make some noise tonight!" Blues fans at the St. Louis Arena and the Kiel/Savvis/Scottrade/Enterprise Center have been greeted by the man behind those words since January 4th, 1987. He's Tom Calhoun, and he joined Bluenotes this week to talk about his experiences and memories behind the mic for every single home game the Blues have played since he started!
Open to 2:28 - Intro
2:28 to 4:54 - On being "on the shelf" for the longest stretch of his career and if he expects fans at Blues games this coming season
5:10 to 6:40 - Growing up in Belleville and his budding interest...2020-12-1030 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP2 - S2No one seems to have any real clue when we'll see actual NHL hockey again, so Tom and Wags are taking an inventory of the St. Louis Blues going forward, courtesy of The Athletic's Jeremy Rutherford's fan survey.
How concerned should we be? Did they make the right moves this offseason? And how worried should we be about Tarasenko and his shoulder made of glass?
Start to 5:44 - Introduction/Jake Neighbours interview recap
5:44 to 8:28 - Tom's hockey jersey collection that's earned him the nickname "Jersey Jesus" among THPN podcasters
8:28 to 10:22 - Blues PA announcer Tom Calhoun Thursday episode announcement!
10:22 to 12:18...2020-12-071h 31Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP1 - S2 Featuring Jake NeighboursTo celebrate our return to Thursday episodes, Bluenotes reached out and got Jake Neighbours, Blues 1st round pick in 2020, to come on the show! We discussed:
> His growth within the game of hockey
> His childhood hockey hero (hint: he's an Oiler)
> His reaction to being drafted by the Blues
> Which Blues reached out to him first...and the order they came in!
> His favorite team growing up (Blues fans, get ready to groan)
> And much more!
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Twitter...2020-12-0334 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP1 - S2 Featuring Jake NeighboursTo celebrate our return to Thursday episodes, Bluenotes reached out and got Jake Neighbours, Blues 1st round pick in 2020, to come on the show! We discussed:
> His growth within the game of hockey
> His childhood hockey hero (hint: he's an Oiler)
> His reaction to being drafted by the Blues
> Which Blues reached out to him first...and the order they came in!
> His favorite team growing up (Blues fans, get ready to groan)
> And much more!
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Twitter...2020-12-0334 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP81 - S11 MOST STOMACH-TURNING BLUES MOMENT: GRETZKY HAD IT...LOST IT
Without hockey in our lives, Tom and Wags will be going over the Top 5 Most-Stomach Turning Moments in St. Louis Blues history, and their associated honorable mentions.
5 - Saskatoon/1983 NHL Draft no-show. Honorable: Bowman walks #4 - Blues trade Chris Pronger. Honorable: Erik Johnson, #1 Overall Pick. #3 - The Scott Stevens Saga. Honorable: Losing 3 great centers. #2 - Mike. Effing. Keenan. Honorable: 1999-00 President's Trophy disaster #1 - Gretzky had it...lost it. Honorable: Goodbye, Brett Hull
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Our...2020-11-301h 22Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP80 - S1Episode 80
2 MOST STOMACH-TURNING MOMENT IN BLUES HISTORY: MIKE. EFFING. KEENAN.
Without hockey in our lives, Tom and Wags will be going over the Top 5 Most-Stomach Turning Moments in St. Louis Blues history, and their associated honorable mentions.
5 - Saskatoon/1983 NHL Draft no-show. Honorable: Bowman walks
4 - Blues trade Chris Pronger. Honorable: Erik Johnson, #1 Overall Pick.
3 - The Scott Stevens Saga. Honorable: Losing 3 great centers.
2 - Mike. Effing. Keenan. Honorable: 1999-00 President's Trophy disaster
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Twitter: http://twitter...2020-11-231h 26Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP79 - S1Episode 79
Without hockey in our lives, Tom and Wags will be going over the Top 5 Most-Stomach Turning Moments in St. Louis Blues history, and their associated honorable mentions.
5 - Saskatoon/1983 NHL Draft no-show. Honorable: Bowman walks
4 - Blues trade Chris Pronger. Honorable: Erik Johnson, #1 Overall Pick.
3 - The Scott Stevens Saga. Honorable: Losing 3 great centers.
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Without hockey in our lives, Tom and Wags will be going over the Top 5 Most-Stomach Turning Moments in St. Louis Blues history, and their associated honorable mentions.
5 - Saskatoon/1983 NHL Draft no-show. Honorable: Bowman walks
4 - Blues trade Chris Pronger. Honorable: Erik Johnson, #1 Overall Pick.
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Facebook...2020-11-091h 06Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP77 - S1BLUES STOMACH-TURNING MOMENT #5 - SASKATOON/1983 NHL DRAFT
Without hockey in our lives, Tom and Wags will be going over the Top 5 Most-Stomach Turning Moments in St. Louis Blues history, and their associated honorable mentions.
5 - Saskatoon/1983 NHL Draft no-show. Honorable: Bowman walks
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...2020-11-0246 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP76 - S1EPISODE 76: CHILLIN' ON THE HAWAII BEACH
It's the offseason and, just like the hockey players, Tom and Wags are taking their talents to Oahu Beach (virtually) and bring in Guy "The Hawaii Blues Fan" as a special guest host PLUS a special LIVE Aloha Commentary!
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Find...2020-10-261h 40Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP75 - S1 Featuring Renee CummingsEPISODE 75: AIN'T NO VOLCANO HIGH ENOUGH
The free-agent frenzy has been reduced to a mere simmer, and there's talk of some special COVID divisions next season. One proposal has the Blues shedding the Minnesota Wild and Dallas Stars as division rivals and replacing them with...Tampa Bay Lightning and Florida Panthers?!
Plus, an EPIC Aloha Commentary from the Hawaii Blues Fan...proving there's no lengths Guy won't go to "bleed Blue wit u!"
And a primer on Torey Krug and a walk down Stanley Cup memory lane with Generations Bruins hosts Renee Cummings (@OnAirRenee on Twitter) and her father!
GENERATION...2020-10-1956 minBluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP74 - S1EPISODE 74: GLORY TO TOREY
An era for the #stlblues is on the verge of closing, but a new one begins. Alex Pietrangelo is in Vegas on a two-day tour and in his place, Armstrong wastes no time in signing his potential replacement, Torey Krug, to a 7 year, $45.5 million deal. Tom and Wags break down the signing as well as other FA happenings and come up with some desperation tactics to keep Petro in the Bluenote.
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Then, the Hawaii Blues Fan taps into the spirit of Joni Mitchell for a very spirited and positive Aloha Commentary!
Finally, rising hockey analytics star JFresh joins Bluenotes to provide an autopsy on the St. Louis Blues defense and answer the question once and for all: is Petro worth it?
BLUENOTES...2020-10-051h 36Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP72 - S1 Featuring Weekly Knightly PodcastEPISODE 72: TO PETRO OR NOT TO PETRO
Tom and Wags are back to discuss the latest rumblings around the Alex Pietrangelo saga and also explore just how this deal can get done...including overcoming Doug Armstrong's own hubris.
Then, Tom brings in Karlo, Dave Aikman, and Erik Simonis of THPN's Weekly Knightly podcast to discuss Vegas' interest in Petro, how realistic it is, and how Vegas has taken good care of our former (and a present) Blue.
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Alex Pietrangelo is going to free agency. Tom is joined by the returning Wags AND Trainwreck to discuss the breakdown in talks and ponder a future without Petro in a Blues uniform. Plus, the Hawaii Blues Fan chimes in with his Aloha Commentary on the situation.
Then, the boys are joined by Michael Farley of the Clean Skate Podcast and Chase Crawshaw of the Bolts Broadcast podcast to have them convince us Blues fans why we should support the Stars or Lightning respectively.
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APPLE, GOOGLE, SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD LINKS: li...2020-09-211h 22Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP70 - S1 Featuring Jeremy BoyerEPISODE 70: WE SACRIFICED WAGS TO THE HOCKEY GODS
...and we got more than just this lousy shirt. Tom Franklin is solo today, but he's got company today. He had a chance to talk to St. Louis Blues organist Jeremy Boyer about his experience playing with Blues fans...and without. Plus, we'll play some clips from KMOX's Garage Happy Hour, where Tom Ackerman interviewed Blues defensive legends Bob Plager and Barrett Jackman!
Plus some discussion on free agency with the Hawaii Blues Fan in this week's Aloha Commentary!
More Plager/Jackman: https://www.facebook.com/74181625900/videos/700320510553981/?so=channel_tab&rv=all...2020-09-141h 11Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP68 - S1 Featuring The Hawaii Blues FanEPISODE 69: THE NIIIIICE EPISODE!
With the Blues out of the playoffs, Tom and Wags talk about the teams still in the darn thing to start us off.
Then, they talk about the Allen trade, whether it was the right move, and reflect on a tumultuous era. The Hawaii Blues Fan pops in with an Aloha Commentary, including some comments from former Blues goaltending great Mike Liut!
Finally, the guys bring in Ken Stapon from TSN 1050 in Toronto and "Not Another Leafs Podcast" on The Hockey Podcast Network to talk about Parayko rumors, Pietrangelo to Toronto?!, and some Blues/Leafs history.
...2020-09-071h 14Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP68 - S1 Featuring Jim ThomasEPISODE 68: EDMONTON SYNDROME
Tom and Wags discuss a recent poll about recent Colton Parayko/Toronto trade rumors.
Then, the Hawaii Blues Fan weighs in on how Parayko can take the next leap in his career if Pietrangelo walks.
Then the boys are joined by St. Louis Blues beat writer Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch to discuss:
> How was life in the Edmonton bubble?
> The source of Binnington's struggles
> The future of Vladimir Tarasenko
> Parayko trade rumors
> What the Blues must do this offseason
Finally, a message from Gerard the Dutch Blues fan that we all must heed.
APPLE...2020-08-311h 54Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP67 - S1 Featuring Alex "The Trainwreck" TrainaEPISODE 67: THE TRAINWRECK
The St. Louis Blues have exited the 2020 NHL Playoffs in a fiery collapse. Tom and Wags evaluate what went wrong and where these Blues go from here, including where Vladimir Tarasenko goes from here: full recovery, traded away, or the Physically Unable to Perform list.
Then, the guys bring on Hold The Mayo's Alex "The Trainwreck" Traina to discuss which team(s) Blues fans should be supporting the rest of the playoffs.
NOTE: Audio issues with Wags' audio are rectified by the 10 minute mark. Our apologies, we had some recording issues with Zoom tonight.
Twitter: http://twitter...2020-08-241h 30Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP66 - S1 Featuring StickInRink PodcastEXECUTE EPISODE 66
Are the Blues about to execute Order 66 on the Canucks after sleepwalking through the Return to Play games? Tom and Wags break down what went right...and what's still going wrong...for the Blues after the Game 3 OT win. Then, they discuss where this series goes from here with Elijah and Josh from THPN's StickInRick Podcast! A fun hour-long conversation with two sleep-deprived St. Louisans and two demoralized Canadians! You've gotta love it!
Note: No "Aloha Commentary" this week due to the timing of Game 3.
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Join Tom and Wags as they watch the St. Louis Blues somehow blow another 3rd-period lead. They're joined by Michael Farley of The Clean Skate Podcast to break down the Blues/Stars game as it happens, including postgame observations, where the Blues and Stars go from here, and 1st round predictions!
Plus, Aloha Commentary from Guy, the Hawaii Blues Fan!
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This podcast is powered by Pinecast.2020-08-032h 18Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP63 - S1 Featuring Cori & Richie ShowEPISODE 63: THE EXPERIMENT
This week on Bluenotes, Tom and Wags bring in Cori Crenshaw and Richie Flores of "Sporty with Cori and Richie." Together, as The Alliance To See The Preds Lose, they talk about:
The awesomeness of the Seattle Kraken
The crappiness that the Coyotes have to move because of the Kraken
The John Chayka kerfuffle in Arizona
Predictions in an unpredictable playoffs
How the Coyotes will beat the Preds in the Play-in Round!
Also, in this week's "Aloha Commentary," tells us which teams scare him in the first round and why we should just relax about the Alex...2020-07-271h 10
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP62 - S1 Featuring Gabriel Foley & Chris KerberEPISODE 62: THE COMEBACK
Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags have returned from their nearly 2-month sabbatical and they're coming out swinging! This week, they're joined by Gabriel Foley, Senior Editor for The Last Word on Hockey and Writer for St. Louis GameTime. The three discuss:
• The future legend of Scott Perunovich • How the hell are the Blues keeping Alex Pietrangelo? • The Return to Play format • Which team scares us the most? • Who will this year's Cinderella be? • Round Robin and Play-In Round predictions!
But that's not all, folks!
Guy The Hawaii Blues Fan drops a poignant "Aloha Commentary." Plus, a snippet of...2020-07-201h 36
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP61 - S1 Featuring The Dutch Blues FanOne year ago to the day this episode comes out, the plane carrying Gerard the Dutch Blues Fan touched down in St. Louis. He would begin a two-plus week stay during one of the most memorable times to be a Blues fan.
In this episode, we give Gerard a chance to reflect on his time in St. Louis...and whether he'd come back to STL someday!
Plus, we send some sticktaps to the winner of A Bracket of Our Own, the best St. Louis Blues player of all time: Brett Hull! Also, a taste of our appearance on A Clean...2020-06-011h 05
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP60 - S1 Featuring The Dutch Blues FanIt's finals week on #ABracketofOurOwn! Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags break down the finals matchup of Brett Hull vs. Chris Pronger.
But before that, they talk about the 24 team NHL playoff format, and some potential pros and cons for the St. Louis Blues.
Finally, it's PART 1 of their conversation with Gerard, the Dutch Blues Fan. It's almost been exactly one year since he flew into St. Louis for the Stanley Cup Final, courtesy of a massive fundraising effort on GoFundMe. How's he doing nowadays?
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP59 - S1 Featuring Guy The Hawaii Blues FanABRACKETOFOUROWN: FINAL 4!
We've made it. The Final 4. And it's very, very chalky.
Monday/Tuesday: Defense #1 Chris Pronger vs. Goalie #1 Jordan Binnington Wednesday/Thursday: B.H. Forward #1 Bernie Federko vs. A.H. Forward #1 Brett Hull
Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags break down those matchups. Then, they welcome special guest Guy The Hawaii Blues Fan! Guy tells us what it's like being a Blues fan (or a hockey fan in general) in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, his fond memories of the old St. Louis Arena, and shares a funny story he heard from Bruce Affleck about Wayne Gretzky's...2020-05-1857 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP58 - S1 Featuring Luke WidbinNEW THEME WHO DIS?
Gloria has been retired! Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags introduce Luke Widbin, the composer of the St. Louis Blues cover of Johnny Cash's "I've Been Everywhere"! We discuss how he ended up in Minnesota, how hard it is being a Blues fan in the Twin Cities, and how only a pandemic could have created this masterpiece! Follow Luke on Twitter: www.twitter.com/TeriyakiFingers
Plus, we're down to the ROUND OF EIGHT in #ABracketofOurOwn! Here's who's left:
Defense: #1 Chris Pronger vs. #2 Al MacInnis (voting Monday) Goalie: #1 Jordan Binnington vs. #2 Grant Fuhr (Tuesday) Before Hull...2020-05-111h 29
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP57 - S1 Featuring Michael FarleyABRACKETOFOUROWN: BEFORE AND AFTER HULL FORWARDS, SWEET 16
After a wild week of voting in the Defense and Goalie regions, it's on to the forwards for the final set of Sweet 16 matchups. Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags analyze last week's votes and break down this week's matchups.
Before then, Tom and Wags talk about THPN's Goon Line Gaming, then Tom begs the NHL to have St. Louis be a host city so he can go INSIDE Enterprise Center to watch games. Then, at the end of the episode, they discuss playoffs and Blues/Stars history with Michael Farley of...2020-05-041h 35
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP56 - S1 Featuring Offside by a Mile PodcastA BRACKET OF OUR OWN: Sweet 16 - Defense & Goalies
Can Ryan O'Reilly be stopped in our bracket? The #12 seed has little difficulty taking out yet another high seed. Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags analyze the Round of 32 voting for both Forwards regions, and preview the Sweet 16 Defense and Goalie regions, which have some of the TOUGHEST matchups yet!
Then, they chat about PLAYOFFS?! with Tyler and Jared of Offsides By a Mile!
Defense:
1 Chris Pronger vs. #4 Bob Plager
2 Al MacInnis vs. #3 Alex Pietrangelo
Goalie:
1 Jordan Binnington vs. #4 Curtis Joseph
2 Grant Fuhr vs. #3 Mike Liut
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP55 - S1A BRACKET OF THEIR OWN: FORWARDS, 2ND ROUND
Doug Armstrong acts! Sammy Blais, Marco Scandella, and Mackenzie MacEachern have re-upped with the Blues as the specter of a frozen salary cap looms. Tom Frankin and The Man Called Wags explore what this could mean in Alex Pietrangelo talks.
Then, the two break down last week's tough matchups in the Defense and Goalie Regions of #ABracketofOurOwn and look ahead to even more exciting matchups in the Before Hull and After Hull Forward Regions this week...including the potential for some stunning upsets!
BEFORE HULL FORWARDS
1 Bernie Federko vs. #8 Joe Mullen
4 Red...2020-04-201h 37
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP54 - S1A BRACKET OF OUR OWN: DEFENSE AND GOALIES ROUND 2
Scott Perunovich is a Hobey Baker Award winner! Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags discuss the Blues prospect award and compare him to past winners.
Then, they break down the Round 2 matchups of St. Louis Blues' defense and forwards!
DEFENSE
1 Chris Pronger vs. #9 Jay Bouwmeester
4 Bob Plager vs. #5 Barclay Plager
3 Alex Pietrangelo vs. #11 Rob Ramage
2 Al MacInnis vs. #7 Colton Parayko
GOALIES
1 Jordan Binnington vs. #8 Glenn Hall
4 Curtis Joseph vs. #5 Brian Elliott
3 Mike Liut vs #6 Jake Allen
2 Grant Fuhr vs. #7 Jaroslav Halak
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP53 - S1A BRACKET OF OUR OWN: AFTER HULL FORWARDS
After giving some applause to John Kelly and Darren Pang ranking highly in The Athletic's rankings of all 31 NHL TV broadcast teams, Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags get to business.
First, a successful first THPN Thursday Night Game on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kntWVylbg6s
After running down the results of the Before Hull Forwards region, Tom and Wags preview what might be the toughest region so far: the After Hull Forwards.
1 Brett Hull vs. #16 Wayne Gretzky
8 Brendan Shanahan vs. #9 Adam Oates
5 David Backes vs. #12 Ryan O'Reilly
4...2020-04-061h 35
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP52 - S1ABRACKETOFOUROWN: B.H. (Before Hull) FORWARDS
Scott Perunovich has signed! Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags celebrate the signing as well as the launching of the THPN Goon Line, the new gaming channel on Twitch, Mixer, and YouTube!
Then, they recap the results of the Goalie Region and preview the Before Hull Region, with voting starting Monday and daily polls through Thursday, then two polls a day Friday and Saturday!
1 Bernie Federko vs. #16 Blake Dunlop
8 Joe Mullen vs. #9 Perry Turnbull
5 Doug Gilmour vs. #12 Mark Hunter
4 Red Berenson vs. #13 Rick Meagher
3 Garry Unger vs. #14 Frank St. Marseille
6 Jorgen Petterson vs. #11...2020-03-301h 41
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP51 - S1A BRACKET OF OUR OWN: GOALIES
Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags discuss the signing of a short collegiate stud...though Hugh McGing isn't Scott Perunovich, but still looks pretty solid.
Then, they go over your FAN VOTE RESULTS of the Defense bracket, including deciding how to break a TIE!
Then, they run down the next bracket: Goalies
1 Jordan Binnington vs. #16 Greg Millen
8 Glenn Hall vs. #9 Jacques Plante
5 Brian Elliott vs. #12 Chris Mason
4 Curtis Joseph vs. #13 Manny Legace
3 Mike Liut vs. #14 Chris Osgood
6 Jake Allen vs. #11 Roman Turek
7 Jaroslav Halak vs. #10 Brent Johnson
2 Grant Fuhr vs. #15 Rick Wamsley
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP50 - S1A BRACKET OF OUR OWN PART 1: DEFENSE
No NHL? No March Madness? No problem! The Man Called Wags thought of a way to combine both our loves into a St. Louis Blues all-time bracket! Featuring 64 former Blues separated in four categories: Defense, Goalie, B.H. (Before Hull) Forwards, and A.H. (After Hull) Forwards!
Here's the matchups for the Defense region:
Chris Pronger vs. 16. Jeff Finley
Jeff Brown vs. 9. Jay Bouwmeester
Barclay Plager vs. 12. Paul Cavallini
Bob Plager vs. 13. Bob Gassoff
Alex Pietrangelo vs. 14. Eric Brewer
Barrett Jackman vs. 11. Rob Ramage
Colton Parayko vs. 10. Kevin Shattenkirk
Al MacInnis vs. 15. Alexander "...2020-03-191h 02
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP49 - S1AAAAANNNNDDDD...STOP
Like the moment before the climax, the seconds before the cliffhanger that ends the episode, and the power going out right before your team wins in your video game, Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wags lament the postponement of the NHL season.
They talk about the decision to postpone, where the NHL is right now, and wonder how Enterprise Center employees will be taken care of (if they haven't already by the time you've read this.
Plus, some whining about Russia refusing to stop the KHL and a message for the aliens that listen to this after...2020-03-1630 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP48 - S1IT'S A MASS-TERPIECE
Bluenotes co-hosts Tom Franklin and Wags have a first chance to discuss the merits of the new AHL affiliation with the Springfield Thunderbirds and find little issue with it.
Then, with the season about to hit its final crescendo, they go over the ideal matchup for the first round...and seem to differ on that.
Then, in the Bluenotes March Into History this week, Tom and Wags disagree on the team that the "Blues Screwed" the most over the years. Wags thinks its the Ottawa Senators (Tarasenko, Demitra), but Tom thinks it's the Calgary Flames (Hull, MacInnis...2020-03-1251 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP47 - S1(SPRINGFIELD) MASS APPEAL
The St. Louis Blues have a new AHL affiliate starting next season: the Springfield Thunderbirds. Tom Franklin breaks down the positives and negatives of the partnership, along with a recap of the Blues history with Massachusetts AHL teams...and reveals this technically isn't the first Springfield, MA affiliate the Blues have had.
Then, an excerpt of a hour-plus conversation Tom has with Bayou Benders and Shane Ryan of the Devils Advocates podcast on THPN this week. Among the topics: the Blues loss in New Jersey Friday, the dangers of long-term contracts, and the greatness of Chris Pronger.
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP46 - S1THE GREAT EIGHT
As in...8 WINS IN A ROW for the St. Louis Blues! It's a Wagz midweek episode, so he joins Tom Franklin to break down the recent solid play, and how weird it still feels to be fans of a team everyone wants to emulate.
Then, they talk about Tyler Tucker, the future Blues defenseman you've never heard about until he signed an entry-level contract this week.
And finally, Tom and Wagz have some fun creating Top 10 "These Guys Played For The BLUES?!" lists. Featuring everyone from legends to burnouts and everyone in between, these are the notable...2020-03-051h 16
Toasted St. LouisSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP46 - S1THE GREAT EIGHT
As in...8 WINS IN A ROW for the St. Louis Blues! It's a Wagz midweek episode, so he joins Tom Franklin to break down the recent solid play, and how weird it still feels to be fans of a team everyone wants to emulate.
Then, they talk about Tyler Tucker, the future Blues defenseman you've never heard about until he signed an entry-level contract this week.
And finally, Tom and Wagz have some fun creating Top 10 "These Guys Played For The BLUES?!" lists. Featuring everyone from legends to burnouts and everyone in between, these are the notable...2020-03-051h 16
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP45 - S1 Featuring Brian Kelly & Paul McGannonSEVENTH HEAVEN
The St. Louis Blues once again make history due to good hockey play. Tom Franklin breaks down the Blues 7th win in a row over the Dallas Stars, with Michael Farley of the Clean Skate Podcast.
Tom and Michael also talk about how the Central Division is shaping up and whether they want to face each other's respective teams or not.
Plus, Tom plays an interview recorded by KMOX's Brian Kelly late last week with Kansas City's Mr. Hockey Paul McGannon about the potential of a Blues AHL affiliate in KC. It's an informative interview with good insight...2020-03-0231 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP44 - S16 TO 5
On this episode of Bluenotes,, Tom Franklin is joined by Wags AND Grant from the Hungry for Hawks Talk podcast.
Tom and Wags talk about the Jay Bouwmeester press conference and what his future is in the game. Then, they talk about the Blues moves, or lack thereof, during the trade deadline and why that's not a bad thing.
Then, after creeping in the background, Grant jumps into the fray to talk about the wild 6 to 5 game Tuesday night between the Blues and Hawks. Then, the three chat about trades, Robin Lehner, the future of the Hawks, and some...2020-02-271h 03
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP43 - S1 Featuring Isha JahromiGOING WILD
The St. Louis Blues are indeed going wild lately. Winners of four straight and playing good ol' tight, solid Blues hockey lately.
Tom Franklin celebrates that and talks about the Blues/Wild game Sunday night with The Sota Pod's Isha Jahromi. He also discusses the Central Division, the trade deadline, and oh by the way...
The St. Louis Blues are going to the 2021 Winter Classic in Minnesota!
So Tom chats with Isha about that bit of news, what it means to Minnesota fans, and why some Wild fans seem butthurt about it being the Blues and not, say...2020-02-2443 min
Toasted St. LouisSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP42 - S1BACK ON THE WAGON
We have a trade! Marco Scandella is the newest St. Louis Blue, and Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wagz analyze the trade with Montreal and wonder if the Blues will indeed acquire that top 6 forward or if it's better to stand pat.
Then, the Blues have won a game! Tom and Wagz talk about the game, as well as an unfortunate trend with Justin Faulk.
Finally, a look at the soon-to-be-departed San Antonio Rampage and the future of Blues prospect development!
Twitter: @BluenotesPod, @TomFranklinKMOX, and @WaggieGoob16 Website: www.thehockeypodcastnetwork.com
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Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP42 - S1BACK ON THE WAGON
We have a trade! Marco Scandella is the newest St. Louis Blue, and Tom Franklin and The Man Called Wagz analyze the trade with Montreal and wonder if the Blues will indeed acquire that top 6 forward or if it's better to stand pat.
Then, the Blues have won a game! Tom and Wagz talk about the game, as well as an unfortunate trend with Justin Faulk.
Finally, a look at the soon-to-be-departed San Antonio Rampage and the future of Blues prospect development!
Twitter: @BluenotesPod, @TomFranklinKMOX, and @WaggieGoob16 Website: www.thehockeypodcastnetwork.com2020-02-2041 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP41 - S1 Featuring Bayou BendersGOING ON A BENDER...
...because that's what Tom Franklin wants to do after the St. Louis Blues continue this skid of death. 2-8-2 in their last 12. No bueno.
What's wrong? Tom asked @BluenotesPod followers that and got some responses. He goes over them and what he feels needs to be done at the deadline.
Then, he talks to THPN's Bayou Benders (Devils Advocates podcast) about the Blues/Devils game coming up Tuesday, how the hockey world rallied around Jay Bouwmeester, and other fun topics. Benders is one of Tom's favorite guests, and the two have a fun 50 minute chat...2020-02-171h 02
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP40 - S1 Feat. The Man Called WagsJAY BOUWMEESTER. PERIOD.
In this episode, Tom Franklin and new Thursday co-host Mikey Wags have a discussion about Jay Bouwmeester's cardiac episode in Anaheim Tuesday. From the immediate response to the politeness of the Anaheim crowd to where the Blues go from here, Tom discusses the situation as a fan and Wags gives his experience as a hockey player.
Plus, how does this affect the Blues plans at the trade deadline, if at all?
Twitter: @BluenotesPod, @TomFranklinKMOX, and @WaggieGoob16 Website: www.thehockeypodcastnetwork.com
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This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm2020-02-1343 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP39 - S1ANOTHER AHL DIVORCE
intro-13:31 : Lamenting the Vegas-Rampage sale and how this leaves the St. Louis Blues, once again, left at the AHL altar. Tom Franklin explains the background of the Blues AHL affiliates since 2000 and really laments over the possibility of a reunion with the Chicago Wolves, even if it's just for one season.
13:31-22:36 : Tom also discusses the growing man-crush that the Blues and Kansas City Chiefs have for one another, and wonders if the Hunt family will be the ones to save the Blues from their AHL nightmare by moving the Mavericks up from the ECHL to the...2020-02-1041 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP38 - S1THAT'S MORE LIKE IT
Intro - 8:03: Intros, plus odds and ends like SUPER BOWL BET VICTORY and a great chance to get that NHL jersey of your dreams this weekend.
8:03 - 16:43: The Blues win over Carolina! Breaking down each goals and wishing the Blues utilized the "Ovechkin Circle" more.
16:43 - 26:23: Who will the Blues trade for at the deadline this year...and will Zach Sanford still have a role despite his obvious talent and good performance Tuesday night?
26:23 - close: DOWN ON THE FARM. Our first check-in for quite some time with the AHL's San Antonio Rampage. Hey, the dumpster...2020-02-0637 min
Bluenotes PodcastSt. Louis Blues - Bluenotes Podcast - EP37 - S1 Feat Zach TompkinsANOTHER BAD TRIP
intro to 14:46 - Another bad trip for the St. Louis Blues. Was it because it was western Canada or or was it something else? A lot of fans are singling out Justin Faulk again...is it justified?
14:46 to 58:26 - BLUENOTES FACEOFF W/ ZACH TOMPKINS OF THE SIREN SOUNDER PODCAST. It's been a few months since the Faulk/Edmundson trade. What's the view from a Carolina Hurricanes' podcast host? Plus a chat on the Blues/Canes game Tuesday and the greatness that is Rod Brind'Amour.
58:26 to close - What are the St. Louis Blues going to do in...2020-02-031h 05