RD Colton Parayko (2012, 86th, STL)

[hockeykid87]

I'm still baffled that Alaska has a Division 1 hockey team

 

[Bonin21]

recently his team upset Wisconsin 1-0 in exhibition game. He had the lone goal and 6 shots on goal and was a beast defensively. NCAA season hasn't started yet so there isn't much for updates yet.

That was a regular season game.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

That was a regular season game.

haha oops my bad... unsure why I thought it was exhibition!!

 

[Dbrownss]

Parayko joined the Chicago wolves shortly after signing a ATO.

He had definitely hit the ground running in his first professional stint. 3 pts in 9 games.

 

[Alklha]

I keep hearing that the Blues think the sky is the limit for him. I wouldn't be surprised if he is in the line up opening night next season.

 

[Dempsey]

3-1-4 in 10GP in the AHL. Also should note he's got 29 shots on goal in those 10 games.

 

[Stealth JD]

6'5", 225 lb monster...narrowly lost the fastest skater on his team competition, triple-digit-slapper...defensively sound...offensively blossoming...captain of his collegiate team. I'd expect him to be patrolling the blue-line in St. Louis by January '16.

If he develops a mean-streak, he's going to be the answer to all of Blues' fans prayers. The Blues defense really needs an overhaul. With Lindbohm, Edmundson and Parayko waiting in the minors, Shattenkirk, Pietrangelo and J-Bo may finally have some much needed assistance.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

Parayko has been impressing everyone at Blues development camp this week. A lot of fans are thinking he may even have a chance of making the Blues already this fall. Strickland even tweeted this out too....

https://twitter.com/andystrickland/status/618915706562834432

 

[Musashi]

He was just a skinny kid at the outdoor rink only five years ago.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

He was just a skinny kid at the outdoor rink only five years ago.

and now he is a 6'5 230lbs beast haha

 

[LetsGoBLUES91]

Haven't been this excited about a prospect of ours in a long time. Too bad it's rarely a forward.

 

[Captain Creampuff]

Little sneak peak into the man, the myth, the legend.

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[Vladdy the Impaler]

Parayko is a 6'5 monster. I can't wait to see Toews and Kane scared shitless on the blue line having this guy stare them down. He is the physical force we need to get over the playoff hump.

 

[Jephman]

He was just a skinny kid at the outdoor rink only five years ago.

I remember meeting him when he was in grade 10. He was probably 5'10"-5'11". Oh how things change.

 

[Dempsey]

Parayko is a 6'5 monster. I can't wait to see Toews and Kane scared shitless on the blue line having this guy stare them down. He is the physical force we need to get over the playoff hump.

As much of a fan I am of Parayko, with all due respect Toews and Kane aren't going to be scared ****less of anybody. BTW how was that word not sensored in Blue Penguin's post?

 

[Bonin21]

Good head on his shoulders. Rooting for him.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

how this thread is only 2 pages is completely shocking. Such a good young player that many fans feel will not only crack the Blues lineup but make a huge mark this season. Recently named captain during rookie camp and coaches are extremely high on him. I consider him as one of the better NHL ready prospects in the whole NHL.

Tonight had a extremely good game for his first game...
0g. 2a. 2pts. +1. 4shots. 1 hit. 1:58PP toi. 21:56toi.(2nd in toi. behind Pietrangelo) and named 3rd star.

IMPRESSIVE game. Blues have the real deal with him

 

[VanIslander]

Alaska Nanooks? really, Nanooks? ....

EDIT: Wow, yeah!

 

[Dbrownss]

Give it time....he's still somewhat unknown outside of the Blues fan base

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

Give it time....he's still somewhat unknown outside of the Blues fan base

oh he totally is... there are many people that don't know the name yet. Such a good player.. damn you St Louis!!!

 

[rumrokh]

The entire Blues' defensive prospect pool has flown so far under the radar, it's subterranean. But it won't be for long.

 

[BlueDream]

oh he totally is... there are many people that don't know the name yet. Such a good player.. damn you St Louis!!!

Did you not used to be a Blues fan? Lol. I coulda sworn you used to post on our board...

The entire Blues' defensive prospect pool has flown so far under the radar, it's subterranean. But it won't be for long.

Yep. The Blues are very strong on defense in the pipeline (and in goal). They have about 7 solid defensive prospects and a couple who could really be difference makers. Parayko obviously leading the charge as he has the entire fanbase gushing over him right now. Heck, even his name makes him sound good.

 

[Dbrownss]

Did you not used to be a Blues fan? Lol. I coulda sworn you used to post on our board...


Yep. The Blues are very strong on defense in the pipeline (and in goal). They have about 7 solid defensive prospects and a couple who could really be difference makers. Parayko obviously leading the charge as he has the entire fanbase gushing over him right now. Heck, even his name makes him sound good.

I'm really starting to think Edmundson has legit top 4 upside when paired with an OFD.

I havnt seen Parayko personally...but seriously when there's smoke, there's a fire.

 

[Skinnyjimmy08]

Did you not used to be a Blues fan? Lol. I coulda sworn you used to post on our board...


Yep. The Blues are very strong on defense in the pipeline (and in goal). They have about 7 solid defensive prospects and a couple who could really be difference makers. Parayko obviously leading the charge as he has the entire fanbase gushing over him right now. Heck, even his name makes him sound good.

oh ya I have posted on your board a lot... ive posted probably on every team's boards a lot!haha... I love some of the Blues prospects and players but its not like the Blues are "my team" haha

 

[Zaddy]

Haven't watched him play yet but have heard so much great stuff about this guy since a year back or so. Excited to see what the hype is about