As the Blues’ long break continues - only two more days until a game, everyone! - speculation for the future is rampant. It’s the second half of the season, the Blues have been playing well, and it’s time for the team to formulate their playoff push strategy.
Clearly, when I say “team,” I mean Doug Armstrong. The Blues roster, as it’s constructed now, has been consistently effective at winning games. That hasn’t kept a bit of luck from being there to bail them out, however. As Jordan Binnington has faltered, Ville Husso has shone. The defense has had their share of struggles this season, but the offense has been solid.