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Before the games started on Friday the 3rd, the Blues were sitting 11th in the West, one point out of a tie for eighth. It's too early in the season to call them a bust. But their 3-7 record in their last 10 games raises a red flag the size of a barn. More importantly, they are 0-4 in their last four tries.
Coaches and fans are always hesitant to accept the “injury” excuse, although it might have some weight in this situation.
T.J. Oshie went down with a fractured ankle November 11th, just six days after fellow forward David Perron went down with a concussion. Perron’s wicked wrister is surely missed in the top-six for St. Louis, especially given the fact that their best set up man, Oshie is also on the sidelines.
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St. Louis Blues: Why Are They Struggling This Year?
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A few weeks ago, zelepuckin.wordpress.com did a write-up on the St. Louis Blues returning to their former glory. However, two injuries and a confidence-ridden goalie later, they appear to be playing themselves out of the playoff picture.
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