One of the most loved Blues of all time is Barclay Plager. Teamed with his brothers Bob and the little known Billy, Barclay led the Blues to three appearences to the Stanley Cup Finals. A former player, captain, and coach ‘Barc’ sadly died of cancer in 1988. Plager’s name can still be found in Blues record books as he is 6th in games played (614), 13th in assists (187), and 3rd in penalty minutes (1115) and has four all-star games to his credit.
Retired Dec. 30, 1988
The most talented of the large Sutter family, Brian proved successful as a player and a coach for the Blues. Arguably the greatest power forward in Blues history, he is currently ranked 2nd in games played (779), 3rd in points (636), goals (303), assists, and hat tricks (7) behind only Federko and Hull. He also ranks 1st in penalty minutes (1786) and has three all-star game appearances.
Retired Mar. 16, 1991
In a Blues career that spanned 13 years, Federko put up four 100-point campaigns, played two all-star games, assisted on the Monday Night Miracle winning goal, and served as team captain in his last season with the Blues. Federko ranks 1st in games played (927), points(1073), and assists(721), 2nd in goals (352) and hat tricks (11), and 3rd in game winning goals (39). These numbers secured him a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame in 2002.
Retired Oct. 1, 1977
One of the saddest days in the history of the Blues was on Memorial Day weekend in 1977 when a young defenseman named Bob Gassoff died in a motorcycle accident. Although he only played four season with the Blues, the up and comer provided was one of the most tenacious players to ever skate on an NHL rink. Gassoff currently ranks fifth on the all-time Blues penalty minutes(866) list.
Retired Apr. 9, 2006
Known by both Blues fans and hockey fans around the world for his hard slapshot, Al MacInnis' number became the fifth retired number in Blues history. MacInnis, who won a Stanley Cup with Calgary Flames and a Norris Trophy in 1999 for the Blues, has ranked third all time for NHL defenseman in goals (340), assists (934) and points (1274). He also won seven hardest shot competitions over the course of his career. Al spent 10 seasons with the Blues before an injury forced him to retire in 2005.
Not retired, but honored
Not one of the most talented players in Blues history, but easily one of the most well-liked and famous. A hardworking winger, Wickenheiser scored the biggest goal in Blues history on May 12, 1986 when he tallied the winning goal in overtime as the Blues rallied from a late three goal defecit to tie their Conference Finals Series with the Flames at three. Unfortunatley, Wick passed away in 1999 after a long hard fought bout with cancer.
Honored with a Shamrock
Dan Kelly reigned as the ‘Voice of the Blues’ from 68 until his passing in 89. Refered to by many as the best hockey announcer to ever call a goal, Kelly was recognized with a honorary shamrock that hangs from the rafters at Savvis Center. His sons John and Dan Jr. continue his legacy in broadcasting to this day.
Not retired, but honored
Another one of the most popular players in Blues history, Bob wasn’t as talented as his older brother Barclay, but his hipcheck was as feared and deadly as an Al MacInnis slap shot. Years later, Bob is still loved by Blues fans and remains in the organization as a scout. He is honored with his customary #5 inside a blue heart.
Retired December 5, 2006
Hull is the Blues all-time leader in goals (527), hat tricks (27), game winning goals (70) and power play goals (195). The talented winger recorded 1391 points in 1269 career NHL games (741 goals, 650 assists). Hull, whose No. 16 was retired by the Blues on Dec. 5, 2006, was on hand Friday as the Blues and the city of St. Louis renamed a stretch of Clark Avenue after the profilic goal scorer. Scottrade Center now sits on Brett Hull Way.
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Gone But Not Forgotten:
The St. Louis Arena that housed the Blues for nearly 30 years crumbled to a pile of dust in just minutes after being blown up by Spirtas Wrecking Company in February 1999. Although it is gone physically, it etched it's place in the hearts of thousands of Blues fans and can be remembered by this banner.
In Remembrance of Alexei Andreyevich Cherepanov and Luc Bourdon. Neither were Blues prospects but both were highly touted prospects who lost their lives before they could fulfill their dreams. We will never forget.
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For anyone who saw day 1 of camp why was Paulie a no show? He got the green light to practice from what I heard. Maybe he'll be at the other days of camp?
My girlfriend and I are going to be at the Ice Zone tomorrow for opening camp butt I've never gone. Can anyone tell me when to get there and what its like? Lots of people? Crazy...? What..?
Guess who just got back today Them wild eyed boys, that'd been away Haven't changed, that much to say But man I still think them cats are crazy!!!
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AHHHH!! Just got back from The Ice Zone watching our boys in blue On-Ice Testing. YESSSSSSSSSSS HOCKEY AGAIN!!!!! I'm so excited. My son and his buddy were fortunate to have T.J. Oshie sign 2 game pucks for them that we had brought with us. (God I love that kid what a friendly good guy he is!!) Needless to say .............LETS GO BLUESS!!! Thank you T.J. for being such a stand up guy and we wish you great success this season and in your future!
i grew up at Scott Trade (only i still call it Savis) my mom was a bar tender in the bar back when it was public. (WHICH IM MAD ABOUT!!) i grew up a hockey fann. and it will always be my home. My mom and i cried in 1999, when the 1992 arena was brought down, and i was there for the retirement of #2 Al McInnis. that IS my home.. see you in Europe!!! ~~Taylor Nuckolls,14 i turely do bleed blue! ♥
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