St. Louis Blues GM Doug Armstrong made a bold move by firing coach Craig Berube and replacing him with Drew Bannister on an interim basis. Armstrong’s decision to place winger Jakub Vrana on waivers and send him to the minors has sparked speculation about potential roster moves. While Bannister’s future as coach remains uncertain, Armstrong has expressed interest in speaking with other candidates, including Joel Quenneville and Jay Woodcroft. Despite exploring the trade market, Armstrong has yet to make any significant moves. He has also made it clear that no one on the roster or in management is safe, and he is not opposed to buying out players on long-term contracts with no-trade clauses. The future of the Blues will depend on how the rest of the season unfolds.
