Robert Thomas, Center for the St. Louis Blues

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Jake and Justin interview Robert Thomas, drafted by the Blues in the 1st round of the 2017 draft, a part of the 2019 Stanley Cup Championship team, and key player for the Blues for years to come! The guys discuss Robert's upbringing in Aurora, CA, the sport his dad said he was best at, living with the Tkachuks, his favorite opponents, goals for the 2022-23 NHL season, his new contract, hockey's relationship with soccer, and his excitement around St. Louis CITY SC!Follow the show on X and/or Instagram (@BallWatchingSTL)! Find our guest interviews and all episodes in video form on YouTube by searching https://www.youtube.com/@ballwatchingSTL. Be sure to hit subscribe and turn notifications on!Hoffmann Brothers is the 2025 presenting sponsor of Ball Watching! Headquartered right here in St. Louis for over 40 years, Hoffmann Brothers is a full-service residential & commercial provider, providing Heating, Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Drains, Sewer, Water Heaters, Duct Cleaning, Electrical and Appliance Repair services. Visit them online at hoffmannbros.com!Make The Pitch Athletic Club & Tavern (thepitch-stl.com) your St. Louis CITY SC pregame and postgame destination for all your food and drink needs! Tell them your friends at Ball Watching sent you... Shop in-store or online at Series Six (seriessixcompany.com) and receive a 15% discount  on all orders storewide using code "BALLWATCHING" at checkout!