St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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The St. Louis Blues hockey podcast featuring the Post-Dispatch's Blues beat writer Matthew DeFranks and sports columnist Jeff Gordon.

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Faulk gets back to full speed, Broberg continues his adaptation 03.10.2024 31:51

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon discuss the Justin Faulk-Philip Broberg defensive pairing and other topics as training camp winds down.

Bolduc makes strong early impression in his bid for scoring line role 26.09.2024 36:57

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the early performance of promising winger Zack Bolduc and other players bidding for roster spots.

Blues head to camp without Torey Krug, but with many new faces 19.09.2024 33:27

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the revamped Blues roster after the loss of Torey Krug for the season and the addition of several key players.

Assessing the Blues’ additions of Philp Broberg and Dylan Holloway 22.08.2024 35:05

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team’s successful offer sheet maneuvers.

Assessing the Blues’ draft, trades, Buchnevich contract and development camp 03.07.2024 32:24

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss all the Blues news from the last several days.

First round of the NHL Draft is difficult to project 27.06.2024 35:47

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss how the first round of this weekend’s NHL Draft could unfold.

Blues elevate Steen, put management succession plan in place 19.06.2024 39:27

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Alexander Steen’s promotion to GM-in-training.

Blues retooling plan has Tom Stillman’s full support 23.05.2024 34:20

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks and columnist Jeff Gordon broke down their conversation with Blues chairman Tom Stillman on the state of the Blues.

Blues stick with Drew Bannister, stay focused on player development 07.05.2024 31:07

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the retention of Drew Bannister as head coach – and the challenges that he faces.

Bannister in consideration to remain Blues head coach 19.04.2024 39:29

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss Drew Bannister’s candidacy to remain coach, the likelihood of a Pavel Buchnevich contract extension and other topics.

Blues use their remaining games to expedite player development 11.04.2024 37:46

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the progress Zack Bolduc and other young Blues are making with increased playing time.

Blues bounce back to knock off Oilers, stay in playoff chase 02.04.2024 39:31

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ thrilling victory over Edmonton after their ugly loss to San Jose.

The playoff math keeps getting tougher for the Blues 27.03.2024 31:37

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' overtime loss to the Vegas Golden Knights and the gap they must close in the wild card playoff race.

Blues try to shake off tough loss, battle on 21.03.2024 34:21

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues' disappointing loss to the Colorado Avalanche and their challenges ahead.

Blues can use final stretch of season for player development 12.03.2024 33:20

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Bleus after the trade deadline.

Breaking down the NHL trade market ahead of the deadline 08.03.2024 35:01

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss where the Blues and other NHL teams stand ahead of Friday's trade deadline.

Bannister challenges Thomas, Kyrou to get back on track 27.02.2024 34:01

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the benching of Robert Thomas and Jordan Kyrou by interim coach Drew Bannister.

Blues suffer reality check as trade deadline nears 20.02.2024 34:53

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the team's recent downturn in the Western Conference playoff race.

Sizing up the Blues and the Western Conference playoff race 06.02.2024 32:03

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the state of the Western Conference coming out of the All-Star break.  

Bannister shakes up struggling Blues power play 11.01.2024 32:57

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the changes interim coach Drew Bannister made to the team’s power play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blues suffer reality check during difficult stretch of schedule 03.01.2024 37:21

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the losses to Pittsburgh and Colorado and the challenges ahead against top NHL teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blues extend their 'new coach bump' under Drew Bannister 28.12.2023 34:37

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Blues’ 5-1 start interim coach Drew Bannister and the strong play of key young players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyrou responds to Blues. Bannister emphasizes accountability. 21.12.2023 36:01

Post-Dispatch Blues reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the Jordan Kyrou drama and coach Drew Bannister’s response to a really bad loss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breaking down the firing of Craig Berube 13.12.2023 39:50

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the firing of coach Craig Berube and the promotion of Drew Bannister to interim coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Binnington saves the day in Vegas 06.12.2023 30:26

Post-Dispatch Blues beat reporter Matthew DeFranks joined columnist Jeff Gordon to discuss the last week for the team, including Jordan Binnington’s brilliant performance against the Golden Knights in Las Vegas. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.