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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

ST. LOUIS CO Webster Groves Bookshop – 27 N Gore Book House – 7352 Manchester (Maplewood) FRANKLIN CO Neighborhood Reads – 401 Lafayette (Washington) JEFFFERSON CO Mississippi Mud – 118 Market (Kimmswick) Riverbend Bookstore – 521 N Truman (Crystal City) ST. CHARLES Main Street Books – 337 S Main

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

No book-signing events this week, but you can pick up a copy of “The Franchise: St. Louis Blues” all over the area. Shop local: ST. LOUIS CITY Leviathan Bookstore – 3211 S. Grand Missouri History Museum – 5700 Lindell Blvd. (Forest Park) StL Style – 3159 Cherokee St. (1 of 2)

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Mound City Messenger @handle.invalid · 06/10/2026

BOHFS St. Louis lost 5-2 to Chicago Nation FC in the Open Cup qualifying tournament, undermined by mistakes and a younger, less experienced squad.

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BOHFS Bows Out in Open Cup Qualifier

BOHFS St. Louis lost 5-2 to Chicago Nation FC in the Open Cup qualifying tournament, undermined by mistakes and a younger, less experienced squad.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

I’ve got a nice, shady spot at the Carondelet Park Leaves & Local Craft & Vendor Fair, so I don’t think I’ll put my canopy up today. There are all kinds of vendors here. Food trucks. #stlblues books. A beautiful day, Come on by from 11am-4pm.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Although Saturday’s game was billed as an exhibition as opposed to a regular-season game - I’m not sure why - Maryville’s fledgling D-I men’s hockey team defeated St. Lawrence (NY) 3-1 Saturday to sweep their weekend series. Congrats to the Saints.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Lindenwood got 2 goals apiece from Brady McIsaac & Anselmo Rego to outlast Arizona St. 9-6 Sat. at Centene. Ty Nash, son of former Blue Tyson Nash, had one of two empty-net goals by Lions. An impressive bounceback after Fri.'s 5-0 loss to Sun Devils. Next up: Lake Superior St, Thur & Fri @ Centene.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Had a great time signing #stlblues books at Main Street Books in St. Charles - a fantastic place and fantastic staff. Will complete our weekend tripleheader Sunday at Carondelet Park (11 am-4 pm) at the Leaves & Local Craft and Vendor show. If you’re on the Southside on Sunday, stop on by.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Actually, I’m here till 2pm. So still time to stop by.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

We are set up & ready to go at Main Street Books (337 S. Main, St. Charles). It’s a beautiful day - come on by. We’re here till 1 pm or so selling & signing #stlblues books.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

After weeks of controversy surrounding the Matthew Mayich incident, Arizona State defeats Lindenwood 5-0 Friday at Centene in season opener for both teams. Lindenwood transfer Olivier Houde scored one of the Arizona State goals. Mayich is a former 6th-round draft pick by the #stlblues.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Congrats to the Maryville Saints who won their debut game in Div. 1 men’s hockey, 3-2 at St. Lawrence today. Meanwhile at Centene, Lindenwood trails Arizona State 1-0 midway thru second period.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Looking forward to Saturday’s book-signing at Main Street Books on historic Main Street in St. Charles. 11am- 1 pm. 337 S. Main St. see you there!

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Tom Timmermann @tomtimm.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

City extends its unbeaten streak to 17 games in MLS play with 3-0 win over Red Bull New York. Goals by Navarro, Becher, Ostrak. Fourth straight game City SC has scored three or more goals, first MLS shutout since July 25. City SC in 2nd in West, in 3rd overall.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Lindenwood men’s hockey opens 5th season in Div. I Friday vs Arizona St. Puck drop 7 pm at Centene. I’ll be there selling & signing Blues books. Come by and say hi. (Yeah, Blues also open season Fri., but I’ll tape & watch later that night.) Lions took big step forward last season, going 15-15-0

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Don’t forget the Vikings!

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Case Keenum is still playing?

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Mizzou AD Laird Veatch is guest speaker Weds. at September's National Football Foundation luncheon at Lombardo's at the Airport. Chow served at 11:30 am; $35 at the door. See you there!

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Congrats to StlStyle on its 16th anniversary. There’s no place quite like it in St. Louis. Next time you’re down on Cherokee St. stop in and buy a signed #stlblues book. #shoplocal

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

UFL announces it will have franchises in Rhode Island and Colorado (Colorado Springs) next season, replacing the Birmingham and Houston franchises. Utah and Oklahoma will join the league in 2028, expanding the league to 10 teams. #kakaw

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Despite my disappointing last-place finish in the stein-holding competition, I had a great time at Bluewood Brewing's Oktoberfest pop-up market Saturday on Cherokee Street. Sold some #stlblues books, met some fine people. What a great place. Thx to Rachel of StandSmallStl.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Men’s stein-holding competition underway at Bluewood Brewing.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We’re set up & ready to go at Bluewood Brewing’s Oktoberfest popup market, 1821 Cherokee , 12-4pm. Scented candles, stickers, head scarves Tarot reading, Blues books & more! Stop on by.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

This was the scene at Bluewood Brewery at their Christmas popup market last December. A beautiful place. I’m back this Saturday w/several other great vendors for Bluewood’s Oktoberfest & 7th anniversary celebration. Stop by, have a beer, buy a signed Blues book. 1821 Cherokee St.

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Tom Timmermann @tomtimm.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

City SC unbeaten streak hits 17 games over all competitions with 3-0 win over Colorado in U.S. Open Cup semifinal. City will play the final at Columbus on Oct. 21. Goals by Jeong, Becher, Matan. First shutout since 1-0 win over Colorado on July 25, eight games ago.

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Tom Timmermann @tomtimm.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Matan in the 60th minute makes it 3-0. Baumgartl free kick, Totland heads on, Matan puts it in

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

It's that time of year. Blues camp opens this Thursday at Centene Community Ice Center: Thurs - 10 am practice ---------11 am scrimmage Fri - practices at 10 am, 10:45 am, noon and 12:45 pm Sat - 10:45 am practice Sun - 10:45 am practice All camp practices are free and open to the public. #stlblues

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Had a great time over the weekend at Belleville Craft & Vendor Show. Next stop, the Oktoberfest Pop-up Market at Bluewood Brewing, 1821 Cherokee Street, this Saturday Sept. 19, noon-4 pm. Stop by, have a beer, say hi.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

We’re back at it today for Day 2 of Belleville Craft & Vendor Show at Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, 10am-4pm. Come by and say hi! Met some nice people yesterday & signed some books.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

What a run by City. Do I have this right _ they haven't lost since May 3?

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Ready to go for our season-opener! I’m at Belle-Clair Fairgrounds from 10 am-4pm for Belleville Craft & Vendor Show. I’m in the back of the main room next to some nifty Halloween T-shirts and in front of Grandpa Spencer’s Original Sweet & Spicy Mustard. Come on by.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Great job by P-D digital production editor Ethan Erickson - it's not easy putting together lists like this. Meet the 24 St. Louis natives on NFL active rosters to start the 2026 season www.stltoday.com/sports/profe...

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Meet the 24 St. Louis natives on NFL rosters to start 2026

There are 24 players from the St. Louis area on active rosters as the National Football League begins its 2026 regular season on Wednesday. Here's what to know about each player before games get under...

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Somehow I managed to butt dial Dick Vermeil this morning, didn’t leave a message. Sure enough, he called back within 10 minutes. He’s in Napa Valley for grape harvesting. He and Carol are doing well. He had dinner w/Carmen Policy last night. I don’t think anyone enjoys dinner w/friends more than DV.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Good for Drew Lock. He always had an NFL arm. I covered his father Andy back in the day at Mizzou.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

3 former StL Battlehawks have made NFL 53-man rosters: - DT LaCale London, Falcons - K Andre Szmyt, Browns - RB Jacob Saylors, Lions 4 other Battlehawk alums are on NFL practice squads: - DB/PR Sean Fresch, Broncos - DB Nick Whiteside, Lions - WR Gary Jennings, Chargers - DT Kyler Baugh, Steelers

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

#stlblues have named Robert Thomas team captain. Broberg, Holloway, Neighbours, Parayko are alternate captains.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Hockey season is drawing near, which means we’ll be appearing somewhere near you for a Blues book-signing event: Sept 12-13 - Belleville Craft & Vendor Show, Belle-Clair Fairgrounds, 10 am-4 pm. Sept 19 - Bluewood Brewery Oktoberfest Pop-Up Market, 1821 Cherokee Street, noon-4 pm

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

In the 1960s in St. Louis, Stovall and Hall of Famer Larry Wilson starred for Big Red at safety. When Stovall was head coach at LSU, Mike Martz interviewed for job on his staff. Jerry Stovall, defensive stalwart with St. Louis football Cardinals, dies at 85 www.stltoday.com/sports/profe...

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Jerry Stovall, defensive stalwart with St. Louis football Cardinals, dies at 85

Jerry Stovall spent his entire nine-year NFL career with the St. Louis football Cardinals and helped form one of the game's best safety tandems here, earning three Pro Bowl selections.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Been to a lot of baseball games over the years but never seen this before. Gateway Grizzles game in Sauget delayed in the bottom of the 5th after light standard behind 3rd base dugout went dark.

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Tom Timmermann @tomtimm.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Final: City SC 3, San Jose 1. Two goals for Becher, one by head, one by foot, matching his total for the first 18 games, and one goal from Edelman. City SC jumps up to 5th in West, undefeated in last 10 overall, last 9 in MLS play. Holse makes MLS debut

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Had a great time Saturday at the debut game of the Women’s Pro Baseball League in Springfield, ill., between LA Queens and NY Heights. Former Cardinals manager Tony La Russa was among those in attendance. Oakville High’s Addy Frank is on the LA roster.

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch @stltoday.com · 31/07/2026

He said he is ready to fill the shoes of his longtime friendly rival.

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Steve Savard says he up for new anchor job at KSDK

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

What a great story by my longtime friend Steve Overbey. And in a late update, Steve says Frank has been added to the LA active roster for Saturday's opener. Oakville's Addie Frank looking to live out dream of playing women's professional baseball www.stltoday.com/sports/profe...

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Oakville's Addie Frank looking to live out dream of playing women's professional baseball

The Women's Pro Baseball League begins its six-week season Aug. 1 in Springfield, Illinois.

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Jim Thomas @jthom72.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Santa Claus will not be at Buder Library, 4401 Hampton, from noon to 1 pm this Saturday, but I will be there to talk about our Blues book. It’s our only summer book-signing event. Hope to see you there.

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