Craig Berube, head coach of the St. Louis Blues, shared his thoughts on the recent defeat to the Colorado Avalanche. Despite the loss, he believed his team showed improvement at the beginning of the game compared to their prior performances.
Game Analysis
Berube pointed out that some costly execution mistakes were pivotal in the game. These lapses led to the Blues trailing 2-0 early on. Furthermore, his team was outshot 9-3 within the first eight minutes, indicating an aggressive start from the Avalanche.
Key Factors of the Loss
- Early Execution Mistakes: A couple of critical errors set the tone for the game.
- Offensive Struggles: St. Louis struggled to generate shots, managing only 3 in the opening minutes.
- Defensive Gaps: The team allowed the Avalanche to capitalize on their mistakes early in the game.
Moving forward, Berube aims to address these issues. His response encapsulated both a recognition of the team’s initial effort and an acknowledgment of the need for improvement. The focus will be on refining execution to enhance performance in upcoming matches.
