This Blues forward has quietly turned his season around

Pavel Buchnevich's improved play has flown under the radar given the state of the team this season. What could this mean for both the player and the organization moving forward?

Nashville Predators v St. Louis Blues | Scott Rovak/GettyImagesOne of the first signs that this season may not be a good one for the St. Louis Blues was the incredibly disappointing start by Pavel Buchnevich. While the team has continued to spiral, there is one bright spot in recent weeks, and that is the huge turnaround Buch has done for this team.

Big Money, Small Production

On July 2nd of 2024, Buchnevich was signed to a six-year extension by Doug Armstrong, carrying an AAV of $8 million. At the time, this move was…