Last Minute Blues Podcast

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  The McDouble Line is Cooking! Do the Blues have 4 legit Lines? 14.10.2026 49p

  The St. Louis Blues are finding their identity, and Dylan Peterson might be exactly what their fourth line needed!Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford break down Peterson's impressive NHL debut against Ottawa, where his physicality, relentless forechecking, and energy made an immediate impact. Could the combination of Peterson, Ross Johnston, and Pius Suter finally give the Blues the hard-nosed fourth line they've been searching for? The guys discuss why Peterson could be in St. Louis to stay and how a physical fourth line could change the identity of this team.They also break down the impressive chemistry between Mason McTavish, Connor McMichael, and Jonatan Berggren. What's making the "McDouble" line so successful, and can the Blues' top line follow suit?Plus, the team's improved defensive play, the impressive penalty kill, the struggling power play, and the emergence of young defenseman Adam Jiricek.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Early Season Struggles: Why Can’t the Blues’ Top Line Get Going? 07.10.2026 48p

  This Blues season is officially underway. It’s only three games into the season, but the Blues’ frustrating loss to the Chicago Blackhawks brought back some familiar concerns.Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford break down what went wrong at the United Center, why Robert Thomas, Dylan Holloway, and Jimmy Snuggerud haven’t been able to get the top line going, the early struggles on the power play, and whether it’s too soon to start worrying about this team.Plus, the guys discuss Jim Montgomery’s lineup decisions, the Blues’ defensive pairings, and what’s missing from the fourth line. They also dive into your emails in the Cantor Injury Inbox, including a discussion about the Blues’ goaltenders handling the puck and some potential songs for this season’s intro video.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Special Guest Cam Janssen 02.10.2026 58p

  Alex Ferrario and Donny Fandango are live at the St. Charles Builders Home & Remodeling Show with Spas & More. They are joined by Cam Janssen to talk about the start of the St. Louis Blues season, how his career took off in juniors, staying relevant in the NHL & what to expect this season in the Western Conference.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Could Adam Jiříček Be St. Louis' Next Big Thing? 30.09.2026 44p

  The NHL regular season is underway and we're just days off from St. Louis Blues Hockey.Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango and Jeremy Rutherford react to the Blues’ opening-night roster, including the decisions involving Jack Finley, Nathan Walker and Oskar Sundqvist, and what Zach Dean and the rest of the bottom six can bring to the lineup.The guys also discuss Logan Mailloux’s injury and the opportunity it creates for Adam Jiricek. Could the young defenseman take advantage of his chance and force the Blues to keep him in the NHL?Plus, the crew gives their Western Conference predictions, breaks down which teams they expect to make the playoffs, and answers your questions in the Cantor Injury Inbox — including what kind of goal-scoring ceiling Dalibor Dvorsky could have.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Can the Blues Fix Their Power Play This Season? 23.09.2026 41p

  The Blues are 2 pre season games in and are getting closer to opening night, but there are still some major questions to answer.Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango and Jeremy Rutherford break down the Blues’ revamped power play, what needs to change after last season’s struggles and whether the new-look unit can finally become a difference-maker. They discuss the roles of Robert Thomas, Jimmy Snuggerud, Dylan Holloway, Mason McTavish and Philip Broberg, plus what could make this power play less predictable.Then, the guys dive into the biggest battles for the final roster spots as training camp winds down. Who has done enough to make the team? And how could the Blues handle players like Nathan Walker, Oskar Sundqvist, Jack Finley, and Dylan Dube?The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Last Minute Blues Podcast Live from 'Blues & Brews' 19.09.2026 48p

  The fellas are LIVE from "Blues & Brews" to kick off the preseason action with a new episode. Training camp is underway, with plenty of storylines for the guys to discuss: roster battles, initial thoughts on some of the new faces and how the secondary offense will play out.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Training Camp Preview: Why the Blues Could Surprise People This Season 15.09.2026 49p

  It's St. Louis Blues training camp week, and there's plenty to break down ahead of time.On this episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast, Donny Fandango, Alex Ferrario, and Jeremy Rutherford discuss what to expect from Mason McTavish in his first season with the Blues, the latest surrounding Alexander Nikishin, and whether St. Louis could make another major move.What should Blues fans be watching most closely as camp gets underway? The guys dive into the biggest training camp roster battles, what the Blues need from their young players, Jimmy Snuggerud’s future contract, potential line combinations, and why this team has a legitimate chance to make the playoffs.Plus, a viewer gives JR an impossible task.The Last Minute Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More – the largest seller of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Blues Training Camp Battles: Who Takes Final Roster Spots? 09.09.2026 1ó 1p

  Training camp is almost here, and the competition for roster spots could get intense.Alex Ferrario and Donny Fandango break down what could be one of the most competitive Blues camps in years, including Tyler Tucker’s fight for a spot on defense, the logjam at forward, which prospects could force their way onto the NHL roster, and what the opening-night lineup could look like.Plus, just how big of a steal was the Philip Broberg contract? The guys look at the Blues’ long-term contract situation, Broberg’s value, how it secures the team's defensive future, and revisit what a future Jimmy Snuggerud deal could look like.The Last Minutes Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More -- the largest sellers of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  The Blues Have Their Captain + A New TV Home 02.09.2026 48p

  The Blues have a new captain.On this episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast, Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango and Jeremy Rutherford react to Thomas getting the “C” and discuss how much his game and leadership have changed over the last year. After going from trade rumors to becoming the face and leader of the Blues, what can we expect from Robert Thomas in 2026-27?Could the new captain become a 30-goal, 100-point player? Could he enter the conversation as one of the NHL’s elite two-way centers? And what does his emergence mean for the next era of Blues hockey? The guys dive into this, and more predictions as the season gets closer and closer.Plus, the answer Blues fans have waited for all offseason: where will we watch the games? A look at the team's new streaming partner and how you can access every game.The Last Minutes Blues Podcast is presented by Spas and More -- the largest sellers of hot tubs and swim spas in St. Louis. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Oskar Sundqvist In Studio 25.08.2026 22p

  Blues fan favorite Oskar “Sunny” Sundqvist joins the Last Minute Blues Podcast in studio for a conversation about choosing to return to St. Louis, signing a one-year, two-way deal, and competing for his place on the roster.Sunny also discusses preparing his body for another NHL season, the Blues’ offseason additions, Joel Hofer’s potential, Alexander Steen’s transition into management, and life as a new dad. Plus, he reveals the best chirper in the Blues locker room. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Could the Blues make another move before the season starts? 19.08.2026 47p

  Blues training camp is just around the corner. On this episode of The Last Minute Blues Podcast Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango and Jeremy Rutherford break down the latest chatter surrounding the team, and whether they could have 1 last move in them before the end of the summer. The guys also discuss Alexander Steen adding Sergei Zubov and Mikko Koivu to the organization, the Blues’ defensive depth and potential trade pieces, and why Jake Neighbours brings so much value beyond the stat sheet.Plus, how will the center position shake out with Robert Thomas, Mason McTavish, Dalibor Dvorsky and Connor McMichael in the mix? Where does Pavel Buchnevich fit? And which training camp battles could ultimately shape the opening-night roster? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Who the Blues could extend next, and how much it could cost them? 05.08.2026 42p

  After the Mason McTavish extension, will the Blues turn their attention to Jimmy Snuggerud? How much could he cost the St. Louis Blues—and should they lock him up now?Donny Fandango, Alex Ferrario and Jeremy Rutherford examine possible term and salary, the rising NHL cap and whether a breakout season could push Snuggerud’s price tag soaring. Plus, the crew goes inside the Blues’ draft room, revisits the Mason McTavish trade, discusses Keith Tkachuk’s front-office influence and debates who could wear the ‘C’ this season. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Can Connor McMichael Solve the Blues’ Secondary-Scoring Problem? 22.07.2026 50p

  On this episode of The Last Minute Blue’s Podcast Donny Fandango and Alex Ferrario break down the St. Louis Blues’ big Connor McMichael extension, why the gamble makes sense, what a successful first season in the Blue Note could look like, and how he and Mason McTavish fit into the team’s emerging young core. Plus, they discuss the crowded competition for bottom-six roster spots, potential extensions for key young players, and whether the Blues have enough scoring depth to take the next step. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Is This The Best Blues Offseason Since The 2019 Cup Run? 08.07.2026 48p

  On this Episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast, the guys look back at the rollercoaster that was the last few weeks. Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford break down the Blues’ roster shakeups and how well the moves fit head coach Jim Montgomery's strategy.The guys also break down the biggest holes still facing the team, including the need for more secondary scoring.Plus a look around the league, reaction to the massive Leo Carlsson offer sheet, trade rumors surrounding Connor Hellebuyck, Dylan Larkin, and Zach Werenski, and Jordan Kyrou's new fit and a revamped Washington offense. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Blues' Draft Night Splashes, Kyrou Trade, and the Start of the Steen Era in St. Louis 02.07.2026 1ó 12p

  The St. Louis Blues offseason has been anything but quiet.On this episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast, Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford react to one of the busiest stretches in recent Blues memory. NHL Draft night, the Jordan Kyrou trade to the Washington Capitals, and front office shakeups.The guys break down the Blues’ newest prospects in 1st round picks Tynan Lawrence and Maddox Dagenis, the team's big swing on draft night bringing in Mason McTavish, the additions of new pickups Brandon Carlo, Connor McMcMichael, and Milton Gastrin, possible 2026-27 lineups, prospect talk, the Jonathan Drouin buyout, and the start of a new chapter with Alex Steen officially taking over as general manager. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  2026 NHL Live Draft Broadcast 27.06.2026 2ó 5p

  Alex Ferrario and Donnie Fandango guide you through the first round of the 2026 NHL draft from Enterprise Center, where the Blues opted to make two selections while also trading for 23-year-old center Mason McTavish See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Doug Armstrong weighs in on acquiring Mason McTavish and the Blues' new first-rounders 27.06.2026 16p

  Doug Armstrong dives into his last draft as general manager of the Blues with Alex Ferrario, Donnie Fandango and Chris Kerber. St. Louis' president of hockey operations specifically reviews how Mason McTavish became a priority target. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Draft Week Buzz: Brady Tkachuk Trade Fallout, Elias Pettersson Rumors & Next Moves for the Blues? 22.06.2026 49p

  It’s NHL Draft week, and the offseason is already in full swing. On this episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast, Donny Fandango and Alex Ferrario react to the massive Brady Tkachuk trade to the Florida Panthers, what it means for the Ottawa Senators, and how the Panthers’ loaded roster could shift the balance of power in the NHL.The guys also dive into what the St. Louis Blues should do next: stay patient with the young core, use their first-round picks, or accelerate their rebuild by making a move at the center position. Could bringing in a guy like Elias Pettersson make sense in St. Louis? What about the ongoing Jordan Kyrou trade chatter? Plus, a look at the Blues’ new ECHL affiliate, the Worcester Railers, and how it streamlines their farm system. And a preview of Friday night’s live NHL draft coverage from Enterprise Center. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Is Greg Cronin The Right Guy for the St. Louis Blues? 17.06.2026 57p

  Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford are back with a new episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast with some St. Louis Blues news, as the team announced this week the hiring of new assistant coaches. They discuss the decision to go with Greg Cronin & the "narrative" around his coaching past & the difference Vinny Prospal can make for the offense. They also dive into the Carolina Hurricanes winning the Stanley Cup, the style they play, and what some of these teams are going to do with their coaching decisions. They also discuss the offseason beginning, when the team could make some moves & if Free Agency is something the Blues will explore. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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  Blues Earn a Big Win with Ott's Return 10.06.2026 35p

  Alex Ferrario, Donny Fandango, and Jeremy Rutherford are back for a brand new episode of the Last Minute Blues Podcast following the news of Steve Ott's two-year extension to remain head coach of the St. Louis Blues' AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds. The guys discuss what Ott's extension means for the organization's developmental symmetry, the recent two-way contract signings for Georgii Romanov, Zach Dean, and Dylan Peterson, and whether Dillon Dube is on his way to St. Louis. They also dive into the unexpectedly high-scoring Stanley Cup Final between the Vegas Golden Knights and Carolina Hurricanes, before looking around the NHL at Dylan Larkin's trade request out of Detroit and the mind-boggling rumors of Mike Babcock coaching the Edmonton Oilers. Plus, the guys answer listener emails to debate whether the St. Louis Blues should trade up to the second overall pick in the upcoming NHL Draft. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.