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Vladimir Sobotka | Winger

Team: St Louis Blues
Age / DOB:  (25) / 7/2/1987
Ht / Wt:  5'11' / 193
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Vladimir Sobotka had the closest thing to a standout Sunday for St. Louis as the Chicago Blackhawks beat the Blues 2-0.
Sobotka had four SOG, two PIM and went 9-3 on faceoffs for a useful fantasy night despite the defeat. Apr 14 - 3:49 PM

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Vladimir Sobotka registered an assist in St. Louis' 1-0 victory against Nashville.

Sobotka has eight goals and 17 points in 38 games this season. He's had a few hot patches this season, but otherwise hasn't been particularly helpful in standard leagues.
Apr 10 - 11:08 AM

Vladimir Sobotka has been filling out whatever role the Blues need him for.

If the Blues need someone to take on a top-six role then Sobotka can deliver, just like he can deliver if the Blues need a bottom six forward. "He slows the game down with how fast he can cut back and how strong he is on the puck," teammate T.J. Oshie said. "You look at the way (David Perron) can kind of make the defense shrink, Sobie does the same thing. Guys just don't really notice, because he doesn't have the numbers every year like some guys do. But he's a huge asset to our team. He's probably one of our hardest hitters and he’s one of our hardest workers. He's a very underrated and overlooked player." Sobotka has seven goals and 14 points in 29 games this season with a minus-four rating and 19 penalty minutes. He can be taken in very deep drafts.
Mar 19 - 11:00 AM

With a hat trick Saturday, Vladimir Sobotka proved he has the ability to contribute more offensively if the Blues wish to use him in that capacity.

After he recorded the Blues' first hat trick since Jay McClement did the deed in 2010, Ken Hitchcock praised the forward for his offensive talent. "He plays a different role when he plays in Europe," Hitchcock said. "He doesn’t play the checking role that he does in the National Hockey League. He quarterbacks the power play, he plays on the top line … he knows how to play. Because of the situation we’re in, he’s learned to play with more patience now and maybe it’s made him a better player. But he’s a gifted offensive player."
Mar 10 - 8:44 AM

Vladimir Sobotka netted three goals Saturday for his first career NHL hat trick in St. Louis' 4-3 overtime win over San Jose.

Sobotka had also never posted a two-goal game prior to Saturday's performance. He has been hot of late with six markers and one assist in his last five contests. Kevin Shattenkirk collected two assists in the match, while Patrik Berglund scored his 12th tally in overtime to give St. Louis the win.
Mar 9 - 7:00 PM

Because of mechanical problems with their airplane, and a marathon trip home from Vancouver, the Blues did not arrive in St. Louis until rush-hour Tuesday morning, while the "visiting" San Jose Sharks already were hunkered down, well-rested, feeling at home.

The Sharks ended up winning 2-1 Tuesday night but Blues forward Vladimir Sobotka said the long trip home was no excuse. "It was a tough game for us, but we didn’t play hard enough," Sobotka said. "We didn’t play as a team again at home, at least not for 60 minutes, and that’s what is hurting us." As for the tiring travelogue: "That’s no excuse," Sobotka added. "I don’t see why we would use that. We (played) hard at times, we had more scoring chances. But we didn’t get the goal, they did." The Blues are winless at home in five games. The Sharks ended their seven-game swoon with the win in St. Louis.
Feb 20 - 11:25 AM

Vladimir Sobotka will get a chance to play alongside Patrik Berglund and Chris Stewart on Thursday.

Sobotka has been serving primarily as a fourth liner. He has a goal and three points in six games this season.
Jan 31 - 11:00 AM

Vladimir Sobotka collected three assists in 4-3 loss for Slavia Prague on Monday.

The St. Louis grinder has been an offensive force in the Czech League with 20 points in 19 games.
Mon, Nov 26, 2012 05:04:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka had a goal and three assists in Slavia Prague's 5-2 victory over Pardubice in Czech Extraliga play.

Sobotka now has eight points in five games with Slavia Prague. He's likely to end up as a third-liner with the St. Louis Blues when the lockout ends and he consequently won't have much fantasy value.
Fri, Sep 28, 2012 02:06:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka netted the game-winning goal in the Blues' 3-0 victory Saturday night.

David Backes and David Perron accounted for St. Louis' other two goals. T.J. Oshie registered two assists for the Blues. Andy McDonald also registered an assist, giving him five points in six games, including his final four regular season contests. St. Louis now has tied their first round series at 1-1.
Sat, Apr 14, 2012 10:46:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka potted a goal in the Blues' 3-2 shootout win over the Predators Thursday night.

Sobotka is a versatile player for the Blues and now has four goals and 18 points in 52 games this season. He's a valuable member of the St-Louis Blues with a strong work ethic but his fantasy value is obviously limited.
Thu, Feb 23, 2012 11:01:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka will join David Backes and T.J. Oshie on St. Louis' top line Wednesday night against his former team, the Boston Bruins.

He is getting the opportunity due to Jamie Langenbrunner's foot injury, but it isn't expected to be a long-term solution. "He's a good fit for us, just like he was in Boston," coach Ken Hitchcock said. "He was a versatile guy in Boston, moved him up and down the lineup. Here he plays center, left wing, we use him on special teams. He's one of those guys that's an underrated player, kind of a glue-guy for the hockey club. He fits the way we play. You're trying to build a work ethic and you're trying to build an edge to your game and he's a tough little guy." Sobotka has registered 17 points, 110 hits and a plus-13 rating in 50 games this campaign.
Wed, Feb 22, 2012 04:54:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka (ankle) will return to the Blues' lineup on Friday.

Sobotka has 10 points in 27 games this season. This will be his first game since December 10th.
Fri, Dec 30, 2011 01:53:00 PM

The Blues could have Vladimir Sobotka (ankle) back in their lineup Friday.

"Sobi did really well today," coach Ken Hitchcock said after Thursday's practice. "We'll take him into tomorrow and make a decision. No issues right now. We'll see how he feels in the morning."
Thu, Dec 29, 2011 02:57:00 PM

Vladimir Sobotka (ankle) didn't skate on Wednesday, but he did travel with his teammates on their current road trip.

He isn't expected to play on Friday, but coach Ken Hitchcock said he is hopeful that Sobotka will resume skating before Christmas. Sobotka sustained an ankle injury after being hit by a shot in practice.
Thu, Dec 22, 2011 03:57:00 PM

Depth Charts

All Positions
PosRoleName
C1David Backes
2Patrik Berglund
3Alexander Steen
LW1David Perron
2Jaden Schwartz
3Andrew Murray
4Vladimir Sobotka
5Evgeny Grachev
RW1T.J. Oshie
2Chris Stewart
3Vladimir Tarasenko
4Jamie Langenbrunner
5Ryan Reaves
6Adam Cracknell
7Chris Porter
D1Alex Pietrangelo
2Kevin Shattenkirk
3Jay Bouwmeester
4Kris Russell
5Barret Jackman
6Jordan Leopold
7Roman Polak
8Taylor Chorney
9Ian Cole
10Jeff Woywitka
11Jani Hakanpaa
G1Brian Elliott
2Jake Allen
3Jaroslav Halak