The 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! TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes Our podcast: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/bluenotespodcast Twitter: http://twitter.com/bluenotespod F...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 36 min
Should 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. 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 I...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 15 min
On 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? THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.co...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 29 min
A 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...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Title says it all. THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 STL FAN REPORT: https://www.stlfanreport.com THE BLUENOTE FAN REPORT: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueNoteFanReport/ 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...
Apr 08, 2021•56 min
A 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. THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB:...
Apr 05, 2021•37 min
Facing 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! 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: h...
Apr 01, 2021•1 hr 29 min
The 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. THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 STL FAN REPORT: https://www.stlfanreport.com THE BLUENOTE FAN REPORT: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueNoteFanReport/ TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes Our podcast: ht...
Mar 29, 2021•1 hr 10 min
RIP 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. THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 STL FAN REPORT: https://www.stlfanreport.com THE BLUENOTE FAN REPORT: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueNoteFanReport/ TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes Our podcast: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/bluenot...
Mar 25, 2021•1 hr 7 min
The 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. MC WIDBIN'S WEEK 10 RAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dsGL0L4PMeg THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/group...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 25 min
With 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. HELP OWEN: https://twitter.com/BluesFanReacts/status/1371733738854359042 MC LUKE WIDBIN'S LATEST RECAP RAPS WEEK 8: https://w...
Mar 18, 2021•58 min
Jordan 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 ...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 17 min
No 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!!! COLTEN ELLIS INTERVIEW: https://youtu.be/0ojVDjiMey4 BLUESFANREACTS SHARKS REACTION VID: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwiwToy0K7c POWERED ...
Mar 11, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Colten 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 ...
Mar 08, 2021•1 hr 25 min
FREE 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 t...
Mar 04, 2021•1 hr 16 min
1980s 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 hoc...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr
Is 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! =============== POWERED BY DRAFTKINGS! USE CODE "THPN" FOR A BONUS! https://...
Feb 25, 2021•46 min
The 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! POWERED BY DRAFTKINGS! USE CODE "THPN" FOR A BONUS! https://www.draftkings.com/ THE BLUENOTES BUNCH/JUSTIN FAULK STAN CLUB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/961785671022174 LUKE'S WEEK 6 RECAP RAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR0dBymix0ZIM10-mTKR5...
Feb 22, 2021•1 hr 44 min
It'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. CENTER ICE BREWERY WEBSITE: https:...
Feb 18, 2021•1 hr 14 min
IT'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! WEEK 5 RECAP RAP: https://www.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=IwAR3cdy72GBB3DVvGcRiWrm5DbX179ARB6wrLsUEkO-RU5fDBq47UCzwnliE&v=WTX-4k3O0zg...
Feb 15, 2021•1 hr 28 min
Welcome 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...
Feb 11, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Tom 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 Re...
Feb 08, 2021•1 hr 29 min
So 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 POS...
Feb 04, 2021•1 hr
RAZING 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...
Feb 01, 2021•1 hr 39 min
Oh, and Luke Widbin goes into the 70s to write an ode to Jordan Kyrou! LUKE WIDBIN'S SONG "JORDAN KYROU" (sung to the tune of Linda Ronstadt's "Blue Bayou"): https://youtu.be/WVIru8LWC1M THE QUACK REPORT TWITTER: https://twitter.com/QuackReportPod THE QUACK REPORT PODCAST: https://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/HOC3968536984 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)! ...
Jan 28, 2021•40 min
After 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)! STL FAN REPORT: https://www.stlfanreport.com THE BLUENOTE FAN REPORT: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueNoteFanReport/ TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.com/stores/bluenotes Our po...
Jan 25, 2021•47 min
Well, 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! Powered by: DRAFTKINGS! Sign up NOW and use code THPN! STL FAN REPORT: https://www.stlfanreport.com THE BLUENOTE FAN REPORT: https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueNoteFanReport/ TEESPRING STORE: https://teespring.co...
Jan 21, 2021•37 min
S2 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 J...
Jan 18, 2021•1 hr 11 min
LAS 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 ...
Jan 14, 2021•52 min
ROCKY 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 R...
Jan 11, 2021•1 hr 34 min
