Bernie believes the St. Louis Blues still have a chance to come back from a 2-0 series deficit against the Winnipeg Jets, despite the frustration of dropping two tightly contested games. Both losses were by one goal (excluding an empty-netter in Game 1), and the Blues had opportunities to win both, especially when they led 3-2 in Game 1 and controlled play physically. However, that physical play may have backfired, wearing the Blues down instead of the Jets, as the Blues faded in both third periods.
A pivotal moment, according to Bernie, was Connor Hellebuyck’s breakaway save on Jordan Kyrou, which prevented the Blues from taking a two-goal lead. Since that moment, Winnipeg has outscored the Blues 5-1, signaling a momentum shift. Still, Bernie argues it's too early to say the series is over.