Justin Bonhard

Justin Bonhard

Joined: Dec 2, 2024

Justin Bonhard is an avid sports writer. Having nearly nine years of writing experience, covering all four major US sports, Justin has decided to stick to writing about Hockey. Currently, he contributes to Blue Line Station and is the Site Expert for Bleedin' Blue. When he is not writing, working at Costco, or being a Dad and Husband, he enjoys playing Hockey and taking photos as an amateur photographer.

Apr 24, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) is congratulated by teammates after scoring against the Winnipeg Jets during the first period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

There is one Blues player that will miss the Olympic games, and it is a shame

Apr 15, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) and goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) celebrate a win against the Utah Hockey Club at Enterprise Center to clinch a spot in the playoffs. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images

3 Blues guarantees and 3 potentials for Olympics

Mar 27, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Radek Faksa (12) warms up before a game against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

How likely will Radek Faksa return to the Blues next season?

Dec 14, 2017; St. Louis, MO, USA; Anaheim Ducks defenseman Cam Fowler (4) shoots as St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) defends during the second period at Scottrade Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

The Norris Trophy vote proved how great the Blues defense was in 2024-25

Mar 29, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) scores on Colorado Avalanche goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood (39) as Colorado Avalanche center Martin Necas (88) and defenseman Ryan Lindgren (55) defend in the third period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

3 Blues free agent targets to reach another level in 2025-26

Mar 27, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) against the Nashville Predators during the third period at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

An early look at what a Dylan Holloway extension would look like

Jan 7, 2014; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward TJ Oshie (74) skates against the Edmonton Oilers at Rexall Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Former Blues star calls it a career

Feb 4, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (97) passes the puck as St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (55) defends during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

How the looming salary cap boost could reshape Blues plans

Apr 24, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) controls the puck as Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor (81) defends during the second period in game three of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Jimmy Snuggerud is a superstar in the making

May 2, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Winnipeg Jets defenseman Luke Schenn (5) and goaltender Connor Hellebuyck (37) defend the net against St. Louis Blues right wing Jordan Kyrou (25) in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Connor Hamilton-Imagn Images

Put these three Blues down for 40+ goals next season

Apr 5, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery talks with the media after the Blues won their franchise record 12th straight win with a victory over the Colorado Avalanche at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Montgomery snubbed of top-three placement as final votes tallied for Jack Adams Award

May 2, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery speaks with members of the St. Louis Blues during a timeout in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Winnipeg Jets at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Connor Hamilton-Imagn Images

Have the Blues done enough to consistently compete?

May 4, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; Winnipeg Jets center Adam Lowry (17) scores a goal against St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) in the second overtime of game seven of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images

The Blues 2025-26 campaign might not be all sunshine and rainbows

Nov 2, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitch Marner (16) controls the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

3 dream free agent signings to contend for The Stanley Cup in 2026

May 2, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) defenseman Colton Parayko (55) celebrate after defeating the Winnipeg Jets 5-2 in game six of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Connor Hamilton-Imagn Images

3 realistic and 2 outlandish predictions for the 2025-26 season

Apr 3, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues defenseman Tyler Tucker (75) controls the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Tyler Tucker has a future with this elderly blue-line