Randy Karraker
In Jordan Binnington, we are witnessing one of the great breakout seasons in St. Louis history
As the Blues won their tenth straight game, the amazing year of Jordan Binnington continued with his second straight shutout. Binnington is now 12-1-1 with a 1.58 GAA and a .963 save percentage for a…
Spring is here! And I’m liking these Cardinals
I’m a sunshine and lollipops guy…the glass if half full…when life hands me lemons, I like to make lemonade…I see the world through rose colored glasses (except when I looked at the Blues in December). …
The Blues can get that playoff spot. Here’s what they need to do.
After starting their post All Star Break/bye stretch with a 4-2 win at Columbus, the Blues find themselves just three points behind Vancouver for the second wild card spot in the NHL western conference, with…
Dear Bob: Here’s why I can’t get over it…
Last week, in an interview on the Bernie Miklasz show with Michelle Smallmon on 101 ESPN, Hall of Fame broadcaster and St. Louisan Bob Costas told any St. Louisan who’s still upset by the relocation…
There’s a responsible way to use Jordan Binnington
Back in early November, I wrote a piece here at 101 ESPN.com that suggested the Blues “give Jordan Binnington some NHL minutes, and give (Jake) Allen a break.” Well, the Blues did indeed waive Chad…
Even if they don’t win, there’s that one thing the Blues can control
Back at the turn of the century, the St. Louis Rams and the St. Louis Blues were the most exciting, offensive and successful franchises in their sports. Over a three-year period, the Rams became the…
A ten item 2019 checklist for the STL Sports fan
As St. Louis sports fans start 2019, there’s a lot to look forward to. From new franchises to post-season appearances, there’s a check list of items we should be prepared for in the New Year. …
Blues need changes, but what do they need most?
The Blues are brutal, that’s been established. There’s never been a more heartless, inconsistent Blues team in the time I’ve been watching. Everyone has addressed the lack of leadership in the room and the woefully…
Randy Karraker: Should the Cardinals be in the Harper Sweepstakes?
On the heels of their trade for Paul Goldschmidt and as the Cardinals and Major League baseball descend on Las Vegas for the Winter Meetings, many Redbird fans (including Chris Rongey of the Fast Lane)…
Randy Karraker: The Time has Clearly Come for the Blues to Pull the Plug on the 2018-2019 Season
Not that there’s really anything they can do about it now, but the time has clearly come for the Blues to pull the plug on the 2018-2019 season and prepare for 2019-2020 and beyond. If…