David Backes Is On Watch: Lunchtime Links

By Kate Cimini |

Hungry for some St. Louis Blues speculation, stories, and soap-worthy drama? We are, too. Sadly, we only have the first two for you (this team is surprisingly good at keeping their dramatic moments under wraps) but those stories and speculation are pretty darn good. Will David Backes stay or go? Does Backes like curling? Who is this noted canine enthusiast?

Apparently we’re pretty Backes-centric at this time of year.

Let’s get down to it.

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Could Stastny take an A this year? The inestimable hildymac seems to think it’s a possibility, and one we might enjoy. Who knows? This might even pave the way for a C on his chest when Backes retires and/or is traded (whichever comes first). [St. Louis Game Time]

What’s going on with former Blue Barret Jackman? The Predators have him nailed down narratively as a “big addition.” Here’ to hoping he finds a place in Nashville. [Nashville Predators]

And someone thinks Jackman could find a spot alongside Seth Jones on the back end. Hmm. [Today’s Slap Shot]

And we enter the era of Backes-Watch, a time of unrest and worry for the citizens. [Bleacher Report]

Speaking of whom, did you know David Backes had a connection to curling? The sport, not the hairstyle. [Star-Tribune]

If Backes is on notice, then Hitchcock is as well. [SportsNet]

TJ Oshie made The Committed Indian’s list of Most Hated Competitors, which, fair enough. Not everyone has to love who we do. But by far the best part of this post is the description of David Backes, “noted canine enthusiast.” A great example of why we are all fans, and what it’s like to simply hate a rival team’s player. [The Committed Indian]

The Blues are relying on “homegrown talent” — and yes, Vladimir Tarasenko is on that list. Enjoy the momentary confusion. [Today’s Slap Shot]

Vladimir Tarasenko doesn’t think jokes about his mother are funny. As he shouldn’t. What a nice young man. [Hockey VIPs]

And in non-Blues news…

This is quite the explanation of why you should be a Devils fan. Or, at least why they’re a pretty interesting club to follow. [Puck Daddy]

Adidas has won the NHL jersey contract, edging out Reebok. The good, the bad, and the crayon-vomit shorts: [Puck Daddy]

Danny Briere, who made his way through every NHL team in the league, it seems, was a trailblazer for smaller players. [The Hockey News]

How did the NWHL end their free agency period? Curiously. Very curiously. [The Hockey News]

Canucks Army writer Money Puck (great name) takes an in-depth look at how forwards, defenders, and goaltenders’ performances vary as they age. Those defenders and goaltenders will surprise you. [Canucks Army]

The Complete Russian Women’s Hockey League schedule, translated to English by @LocksTheFox (who you should follow on Twitter if you have any interest in Russian hockey at all). [Google Docs]

And for your culture piece of totally non-related hockey news, tomorrow (probably) marks the anniversary of the death of Federico García Lorca, one of the most famous Spanish playwrights and poets. His death is still something of a mystery, though it was certainly politically motivated. [El País]

Want to take a gander at Moose’s new Mask? Here ya go. [David Gunnarsson Instagram]

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