'When You Have A Thoroughbred You Let'em Out Of The Stable,' Blues Coach Provides Intriguing Answer About Adam Jiricek's Power Play Usage

Practice lines indicate he'll start on the third pairing alongside veteran Cam Fowler , but given Jiricek's progress, it wouldn't be surprising to see him earn minutes alongside Philip Broberg .

One thing is certain: coach Jim Montgomery will give Jiricek the reins to run a power play .

Jiricek is exactly that. Standing 6-foot-3, Jiricek has the size and skill to be a top defenseman in the NHL. At just 20 years old, Jiricek has proven at countless levels and tournaments that he has the offensive and defensive game of a modern-day NHLer, mixed with the skating and athletic ability to be a high-end player.