Last year, Parayko set career highs for offensive production despite a shortened season due to injury. This year, the defenseman has taken a considerable step back offensively. What's causing this slump and why could it spell disaster for the Blues?
With 5:55 left in the second period on Saturday, Colton Parayko recorded a shot on goal for the St. Louis Blues with a 25-foot wrist shot from the high slot. The shot was stopped, and this play would likely be forgotten as soon as it was over for most, as it really wasn't remarkable.