The St. Louis Blues' season conclusion in Dallas raises questions about the future of interim coach Drew Bannister and who will take over. General manager Doug Armstrong and Bannister are set to address the media, with Bannister's future hanging in the balance despite a decent season record.

By the Numbers
  • Bannister led the Blues to a record of 30-19-4 since taking over on Dec. 12.
  • Joel Quenneville has the second-most wins in NHL history (969) and might be a potential candidate for coaching.
Yes, But

Bannister's contract ends this season, and Armstrong previously mentioned casting a wide net for the next coach without guarantees to Bannister.

State of Play
  • Bannister wants to return for the 2024-25 season and remains in contention.
  • The net for potential candidates may be narrowing, but the process could be delayed due to the availability of candidates like Quenneville.
What's Next

Armstrong's decision regarding the next coach will be critical for the Blues' retooling efforts and grooming young prospects for success.

Bottom Line

The Blues face a pivotal moment in their coaching decision that could significantly impact their future competitiveness and development plans, with the interim coach's fate hanging in the balance.