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45th AnnualMissouri Athletic Club

Jack Buck SPORTS AwardsPresented by Maryville University

Honoring

TJ OshieDan Dierdorf

Steve StipanovichJim Edmonds

Jordair JettBrad Davis

Markus Golden

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Athletic” is the Missouri Athletic Club’s middle name. For 110 years, it has been a key ingredient in sustaining our St. Louis institution.

The athletic heritage was established at the inception of the Club, when MAC officials and athletes participated in the 1904 Olympics.

In 1970, Jack Buck built on the MAC’s rich athletic tradition when he helped create the “Sports Personality of the Year” award. Buck, a longtime member of the MAC, recognized the need for an award to annually honor the top local sports figure.

The list of past award honorees listed in this program is testament to how fortunate we are as St. Louis sports fans to be treated to so many exceptional athletes. Numerous All-Stars, Hall of Famers and coaching legends have been honored throughout the history of the event.

As we gather tonight for the 45th Jack Buck Sports Awards dinner, the MAC is proud to be home to the premier sports banquet in St. Louis. This event is not only enjoyed by those who attend here at the MAC, it is enjoyed by sports fans throughout the St. Louis area who listen on KMOX Radio. Every banquet since its inception has aired on KMOX Radio. We are excited to again have another media partner, Fox Sports Midwest. Tune in to FSM beginning on Dec. 20 and several other times throughout this month to catch a telecast of tonight’s banquet.

On behalf of the Board of Governors, management and staff of the Missouri Athletic Club, thank you for joining us for this great tradition. Also, a special thanks to Maryville University and all of our sponsors for their support of this year’s banquet. Sit back and enjoy this wonderful celebration of St. Louis sports!

Dean EggerdingPresident

President’s Message

Dean Eggerding

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Tom Ackerman is Sports Director at KMOX, overseeing a department

that serves as the flagship station for the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Blues. He is also the lead sports anchor on “Total Information A.M.”

In 17 years at KMOX, Ackerman has worked as a host, play-by-play announcer, anchor, reporter and producer since beginning his career at the radio station in 1997. He’s interviewed the biggest names in sports, covering Super Bowls, World Series, All-Star Games and Final Fours.

Ackerman, 39, has held play-by-play duties for University of Missouri men’s basketball, worked the sidelines on Mizzou football broadcasts, and hosted pregame and postgame shows for the Cardinals and Blues. He’s traveled throughout the NFL as a reporter covering the Rams.

Nationally, Ackerman calls television play-by-play of Missouri Valley Conference men’s basketball and football — as well as featured basketball games

Tom Ackerman - Master of Ceremonieson radio for Compass Media Networks, having called such rivalries as Syracuse-Georgetown and North Carolina-N.C. State. In 2010, he called Kansas State’s upset of No. 1 Kansas.

Active in the community, Ackerman has a passion for helping local charities, volunteering for countless organizations each year. In 2013, Mathews-Dickey Boys’ and Girls’ Club honored Ackerman with the “That’s A Winner Award,” recognizing his role in raising funds to improve sports facilities for children in the inner city.

Ackerman was included in the St. Louis Business Journal’s “30 Under 30,” which notes young professionals in the St. Louis metropolitan area who are on their way to establishing prominent careers. He’s also a past recipient of the Riverfront Times’ best reporter (Radio/TV) award in its annual “Best of St. Louis” issue.

Ackerman began his broadcasting career calling play-by-play for Indiana University basketball, football, and baseball for WIUS-AM in Bloomington

(1993-1997). He currently serves as Vice President of the IU Alumni Association’s St. Louis Chapter.

A St. Louis native, Tom is a graduate of Indiana University and St. Louis Country Day School. He is also a proud member of the Missouri Athletic Club. Tom and his wife, Angie, live in St. Louis with their daughters, Erika and Audrey.

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Jack Buck Sports Awards

On Dec. 10, 2002, the name of the MAC Sports Personality

of the Year Dinner was changed to honor the man who was instrumental in starting it all back in 1970.

Jack Buck not only created the event to honor top local sports figures, he served as the event’s master of ceremonies for the first 32 dinners. His final public appearance was at the 2001 Sports Personality of the Year Dinner. Thanks largely to Jack Buck’s contributions, the event has become a highlight on the St. Louis sports calendar. It is a tradition not only enjoyed by MAC members, but by local sports fans who get to listen to the event on KMOX Radio and watch it on Fox Sports Midwest.

St. Louis, MO

Kansas City, MOChicago, IL

Los Angeles, CASpringfield, MOCincinnati, OH

Boston, MA

Salt Lake City, UTElizabeth, NJDallas, TXAtlanta, GA

Louisville, KYEvansville, IN


Past Burnes Broeg Award RecipientsIn 1995, the Bob Burnes “Benchwarmer” Award was established to recognize years of

promoting St. Louis through sports. The award was named for the long-time sports editorat the St. Louis Globe-Democrat. In 2005, the name of the award was changed to also honor

Burnes’ friendly rival at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch Bob Broeg.

Dr. Abe Hawatmeh1995

Whitey Herzog1996

Carl Hogan1997

Doug Elgin1998

Bob Costas1999

John Rawlings2000

Frank Viverito2001

Mike Bush2002

Bob Broeg2003

Jerry Ritter2004

Rick Hummel2005

Mike Shannon2006

Ron Jacober2007

Frank Cusumano2008

Bernie Miklasz2009

Bill Wilkerson2010

John Kadlec2011

Joe Buck2012

Bill McDermott2013


Dan Dierdorf

Burnes Broeg Award

On Jan. 11, 2014, Dan Dierdorf worked as color analyst on CBS’

telecast of the Colts – Patriots playoff game. It marked the end of a three-decade run of network broadcasting that began in 1985 with CBS. After just two seasons there, Dierdorf was offered the biggest job in sports broadcasting – “Monday Night Football” on ABC.

From 1987-1998, joined Al Michaels and Frank Gifford (Boomer Esiason replaced Gifford for one season following his retirement) to form the top team in the booth. Dierdorf was nominated for an Emmy Award three times during his time on MNF.

Following a lineup change on Monday Night Football, Dierdorf returned to CBS where he teamed with Verne Lundquist, Dick Enberg and Greg Gumbel over the final 15 seasons of his network broadcasting career.

The decision to retire from network broadcasting was prompted by the increasing difficulty that travel was having on his body. The wear and tear of playing on artificial turf took their toll on Dierdorf whose knees and hips are artificial.

Dierdorf ’s association with the NFL began in 1971, when the football Cardinals selected the standout offensive lineman from the University of Michigan in the second round. He

earned six Pro Bowl selections during his thirteen-year career. Dierdorf anchored a line that only gave up eight sacks during the 1975 season, a then NFL record. He did not allow a sack for the entire 1976 and 1977 seasons.

Dierdorf was named the NFLPA Offensive Lineman of the Year in 1976, ’77 and ’78. In 1996, Dierdorf received NFL’s highest honor when he was enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his hometown of Canton, Ohio.

During his playing career, Dierdorf gained valuable broadcasting experience when he teamed with quarterback Jim Hart for a show on KMOX Radio. In 1984, his first year away from the field, he gained more valuable broadcasting experience when he teamed with John Rooney on Mizzou football and Jack Buck on football Cardinals games on KMOX.

Dierdorf won the Pete Rozelle radio-television award in 2008, becoming just the third former player to win the prestigious honor. Earlier this year, Dierdorf accepted the radio color analyst’s job with his alma mater the University of Michigan. The job did not have the same travel rigors of NFL broadcasting as he was able to drive to every game.

“I have always felt that the best analysts are the guys who come off the field and don’t think of themselves as ex-jocks, (they think) they’re going in the business of broadcasting. They learn what broadcasting is about. Obviously he had in St. Louis, but he immersed himself in the business. He wasn’t Dan Dierdorf ex-jock, he was Dan Dierdorf broadcaster. That was his mentality, and that to me has always made the difference.”- Al Michaels

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Tune in to FoxSports Midwest to catch a one-hour recap of tonight’s banquet.

Saturday, Dec. 20, 5:30 p.m.Monday, Dec. 22, 9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 27, following the Blues gameTuesday, Dec. 30, following the Blues gameWednesday, Dec. 31, 5 p.m.

Each year the St. Louis area high school swimmers of the year are

presented the Vornbrock Cup. The award was established in the name of Ernie Vornbrock, a St. Louis area Swim Coach from the 1930’s through the 1950’s, by his former swimmers and friends, out of respect and grati-tude for his guidance; and with the hope that this unique man’s values would be passed on to a new genera-tion. The Cup is kept on permanent display at the Missouri Athletic Club (MAC). The swimmers are recognized for this achievement at the annual MAC Jack Buck Sports Awards dinner.

2014 Ernie Vornbrock Winners

Nick AlexanderVianney H.S.

Colleen YoungLindbergh H.S.


Legends Award

No St. Louis area high school basketball player was as dominant

as Steve Stipanovich. The 6’11” center led DeSmet to back-to-back state titles and a sixty game winning streak. “Stipo” was a consensus High School All-American who signed with the University of Missouri.

In 1979, Stipanovich began a dominant four-year run in Columbia where he made an immediate impact. He was named the Big 8 Newcomer of the Year his freshman season. Stipanovich teamed with fellow Missourian Jon Sunvold to form some of the best teams in school history. He led the Tigers to four consecutive Big 8 championships.

During his senior season, Stipanovich not only earned Big 8 Player of the Year honors, he was also named the UPI College Basketball Player of the Year. He finished his collegiate career as Mizzou’s all-time leading scorer, rebounder and shot-blocker. Stipo had his number 40 jersey retired by the school.

Stipo #40DeSmet

• Two state championships

• Sixty game winning streak

Mizzou

• Big 8 Newcomer of the Year

• All-time leading scorer,

rebounder and shot-blocker

• 1983 Big 8 Player of the Year

NBA

• No. 2 overall selection by the

Indiana Pacers

• 1984 All-Rookie Team

Steve StipanovichIn the 1983 NBA

Draft, the Indiana Pacers drafted Stipo with the second overall selection, one spot behind the University of Virginia’s Ralph Sampson. Stipanovich immediately held his own against some of the great centers of his era including Robert Parish and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. He averaged 12 points and nearly seven rebounds to earn a spot on the NBA All-Rookie team.

Stipanovich helped the Pacers earn a trip to the 1986 NBA playoffs – quite an accomplishment for a franchise that had only done it once previously. Knee problems cut short his career, forcing him to retire in 1988. Stipanovich finished his NBA career with 5,323 points and 3,131 rebounds.


Stan and the MAC• Stan joined the Missouri Athletic Club in 1958.• Stan is featured on the cover of the 1962 Roster. He was featured on the cover of the Cherry Diamond four times.• Stan was a frequent attendee at the Jack Buck Awards banquet.• In conjunction with the Club’s year-long centennial celebration in 2003, Stan is honored as the MAC’s “Athlete of the Century.”• In 2004, the Stan Musial Grille opens at MAC West. The restaurant features an impressive collection of photos and memorabilia from his Hall of Fame career. Stan would eat lunch in his restaurant on a regular basis.• In 2010, Stan Musial celebrates his 90th birthday with friends and family at MAC West.

The MAC Remembers Stan ‘The Man’ Musial

Stan strikes a pose at the MAC Hall of Fame banquet

Stan stopped by MAC West to show his Presi-dential Medal of Freedom to friends and staff.

Last year, St. Louis and the baseball world lost

a legend when Stan Musial passed away. Members and staff at the Missouri Athletic Club lost a good friend. Stan frequently dined with friends and family at the MAC West restaurant named for him – the Stan Musial Grill. His engaging personality was a hit with his fellow Club members and staff. He was even famous for entertaining friends and staff with his trademark harmonica playing. In 2013, the MAC established the Stan “the Man” award to honor the memory of its beloved friend.


Stan “The Man” Award

During a career that spanned 18 seasons, Jim Edmonds treated

fans to numerous spectacular plays and clutch performances, but the 2004 season best captured the dynamic centerfielder’s all-around game. He hit .301, had a .643 slugging percentage, 42 HRs, and 111 RBI; all but batting average were career highs. As a result, he earned the Silver Slugger Award, a Gold Glove Award, and was fifth in the voting for the Most Valuable Player Award.

A defining moment of Edmonds’ career came in the 2004 National League Championship Series, in which Edmonds hit an extra-inning home run to win Game 6. He followed up one clutch performance with another memorable one in Game 7, when he made a spectacular defensive catch in center off a Brad Ausmus line drive. The play helped the Cardinals win the game and earn a trip to the World Series. The Cards fell short in the 2004 Fall Classic, but two years later Edmonds helped bring home a 10th World Championship to St. Louis.

Edmonds arrived in St. Louis in one of the greatest steals in team history when they acquired him from Anaheim

Jim Edmondsin a treade for second baseman Adam Kennedy and pitcher Kent Bottenfield shortly before the start of the 2000 season. Edmonds felt comfortable in his new home and made a big impact as he established new career best in home runs (42), runs batted in (108) and stolen bases during his first season in St. Louis. He earned a trip to the All-Star game and finished 4th in MVP voting.

Edmonds could win games with his glove and bat. His highlight reel catches have been featured on scoreboards throughout Major League Baseball. Edmonds was the premier defensive centerfielder of his era winning eight Gold Glove awards. Over his career, he blasted 393 home runs and drove in 1,199. He ranks fourth in franchise history with 241 home runs.

Even more impressive than the individual numbers, Edmonds was a key cog on a lot of winning teams. The Redbirds made six trips to the postseason during his eight seasons in St. Louis.

“Jimmy Ballgame” was a fan favorite among Cardinal fans. This past summer, Edmonds was inducted into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame.

In memory of long-time member and baseball legend Stan Musial, the MAC has established the Stan “the Man” award to honor a local athlete who over their career

led by example and delivered in the clutch.

Jim Edmonds• Eight time Gold Glove winner

• World Series Champion (2006)

• Silver Slugger Award (2004)

• St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame (2014)


Past Carl O. Bauer Award Recipients

Kellen Winslow1978

Bob Guelker1979

Phil Bradley1980

Jim Holtgrieve1981

Kurt Petersen1982

Ray Armstead1983

Al and Jackie Joyner1984

Bob Shannon1985

Floyd Irons1986

Thaddeus J. Strobach1987

Nino Fennoy1989

Anthony Bonner1990

The Carl O. Bauer Award recognizes a top amateur sports figure. Bauer was an important personality in the Missouri Athletic Club’s history, who brought innovation and inspiration to the Club’s Athletic

Department during his 45 years of service as Athletic Director.

Mike Mayweather1991

Tom Jager1992

Ellen Port1993

Ed Hightower1994

Erwin ClaggettScott HighmarkH Waldman1995

Erin Narzinski1997

Kristin FolklLarry Hughes1998

Nancy Fahey1999

Terry Michler2000

Niele Ivey2001

Doug Woolard2002

Marque Perry2003

Mike Kalist2004

Brad Smith2005

Cheryl Levick2006

Chase Daniel2007

Dawn Harper2008

Anne Kordes2009

Mark Edwards2010

Harry Statham2011

Mike McGinty2012

Jim Crews &Dwayne Evans2013


Carl O. Bauer Award

High-Flying Jett Helped SLU Soar to New Heights

Saint Louis University guard Jordair Jett demonstrated a game

as unique as his name and hairstyle throughout his four-year career at SLU. How unique? A right-handed player who was most comfortable driving to his left and delivering layups with his left-hand. An extremely quick guard who was built more like a football player than a typical basketball player. With a knack for coming through in crunch time, most of all, Jett was a winner.

Jett was a big part of one of the most successful runs in school history, highlighted by three consecutive trips to the NCAA Tournament and a victory in each of those appearances in the “Big Dance.” Following the graduation of some talented teammates including point guard Kwamain Mitchell, Jett emerged as the unquestioned leader of the team throughout his season. He led SLU to the Atlantic-10 Conference championship and was named the conference’s Player of the Year.

Jordair Delivers in the Clutch

vs. Rhode Island – Jett scores a career high 31 points, including a pair of free throws with 7 seconds remaining to ice the game.

vs. LaSalle – Delivers game-tying and then game-winning layups in the final minute.

vs. George Mason – Jett scores 24 of his 25 points after halftime, including a drive to the basket with less than a second on the clock, which results in the game-tying free throw. SLU goes on to win in overtime.

vs. UMass – Jett delivers game-winning lay-up with three second left in regulation to give Billikens a 64-62 victory. The win clinches the A-10 title for SLU.

vs. NC State – Jett’s layup with under 30 seconds in regulation caps big Billikens comeback as SLU goes on to win in overtime.

With Jett at the controls, the Billikens soared to a Top 10 ranking in the national polls for the first time since 1964. He helped his team in a variety ways. As a playmaker, his court vision and precision passing set up countless scoring opportunities for teammates. He led the team in assists with 4.7 per game. Whether creating steals or guarding the other team’s best scorer, Jett proved to be an elite defender. He was named to the A-10 all-defensive team.

Known for his gutsy, slashing drives to the basket, Jett proved to be a go-to-guy. Numerous times throughout the season, with the game on the line and opponents knowing that Jett was going to take the key shot, he proved to be unstoppable. Considering he had been doing it throughout the season, it’s not surprising that Jordair delivered for SLU on the national stage in one of the most memorable games of the 2014 NCAA Tournament. His basket against

North Carolina State with under 30 seconds in regulation helped the Billikens erase a 14 point deficit in the final five minutes and send the game to overtime. SLU would go on to outlast the Wolfpack 83-80 in one of the biggest victories in school history.

Jordair Jett


University of Missouri’s Markus Golden has teamed with Shane

Ray to form the most dynamic pair of defensive ends in the nation. The duo have built on Mizzou’s proud tradition of producing top flight defensive linemen. At the close of the regular season, the Tigers ranked sixth nationally with 40 sacks.

Following an early season hamstring injury, the senior from Affton High School led the charge to another SEC championship. Golden was nearly unstoppable in the biggest games. He played his best in a crucial three-game stretch at the end of the season, when he recorded 18 total tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 4.0 sacks, five quarterback hurries and two forced fumbles. Coach Gary Pinkel praised Golden after his 6-foot-3, 260-pound defensive force overwhelmed the Texas A&M offense.

The following week, Golden stayed

Markus Golden

on a roll as he led the Tigers to another big road victory at Tennessee. He recorded six tackles, 2.5 tackles for losses, two quarterback sacks and a recovered fumble in Mizzou’s 29-21 victory over the Volunteers. His dominant performance earned him the Southeastern Conference Defensive Player of the Week and the Walter Camp National Defensive Player of the Week.

With a trip to Atlanta to play in the SEC Championship Game on the line, Golden again delivered in Mizzou’s biggest game of the season. He finished with three tackles, two for a loss, a forced fumble and a recovered fumble on Arkansas’ final drive to seal the victory.

Golden closed the regular season with 8.5 sacks (ranking 5th in the SEC) and 14.0 tackles for loss (3rd in the SEC), as the Tigers lead the league

in both categories overall, and ranked 4th nationally in sacks (3.64 avg.) and 7th nationally in tackles for loss (7.8 avg.).

Golden Shines for the Black and Gold

The Affton Grad Helps Mizzou Capture the SEC

East Championship

“Markus played at a very high level. It almost

looked like he was on a mission. He was a

game changer. A lot of our guys played well on

defense, but he certainly had a great game.”

- Gary Pinkel, commenting on Markus Golden

following Mizzou’s victory at Texas A&M

Carl O. Bauer Award


Hometown Hero

St. Louisan Represents U.S. at the 2014 World Cup

St. Louis has built a well-deserved reputation as a soccer hot-bed

that produces top players. But a St. Louisan had not represented the United States in a World Cup since Mike Sorber in 1994, until Brad Davis did it 20 this past summer

Brad Davis was practically born to play soccer. His father Harry taught Brad to kick with his left foot from the time he could stand. He would roll balls and Brad would kick away while holding himself up on the couch to keep balanced. It is little surprise that Davis would grow up to possess the most lethal left foot in American soccer.

A quality left-footed player in soccer is similar to good left-handed pitcher in baseball… they are in short supply and difficult for opponents. His unique skill was a big reason why U.S. national team coach Jurgen Klinsmann tabbed him for the World Cup. Davis is particularly adept at set pieces and delivering crosses to teammates in the box.

At 32, Davis was the second-oldest player and got his first shot at the World Cup after getting passed over two previous times.

Davis grew up in St. Charles and honed his skills in high school playing for coach Mike Gauvain at Chaminade. He was a four-year starter from 1996-1999. He is Chaminade’s all-time leader in goals and assists. Davis was instrumental in helping Chaminade reach the final four for the first time in school history during his junior year. He led the Red Devils back to the final four his senior year, as well. He earned many accolades including being named the Missouri Gatorade Soccer Player of the Year in 1999.

Following his prolific high school career, he took his talents across town to Saint Louis University. He made an immediate impact for the Billikens during his first season when he was named the Conference USA Freshman of the Year. Following a strong sophomore season where he earned second team All-American honors, Davis entered the Major League Soccer (MLS) Draft.

Davis was selected third overall in the 2002 MLS Draft by the MetroStars. More than a decade later, Davis remains a high level performer in the

league. Currently a member of the Houston Dynamo, Davis delivered his best season in 2011 when he led MLS in assists and was named a finalist for the MVP Award.

While his start against Germany marked the highlight of his international career, Davis has long been a key performer dating back to 2005 when he earned his first cap in a Gold Cup Match against Cuba. He has delivered four assists in his career with the U.S. national team and scored a clinching penalty kick in a victory over Panama in the Gold Cup final.

Former Chaminade and SLU Player Currently Stars in MLS with the

Houston Dynamo

Brad Davis


This year got off to a great start for the 2014 Missouri Athletic

Club Sports Personality of the Year. On Jan. 1, T.J. Oshie was named to the United States’ roster for the 2014 Winter Olympics along with his St. Louis Blues teammates Kevin Shattenkirk and David Backes. Oshie’s penalty killing ability and shootout skill were reasons cited in him landing a coveted spot on the team. The following month, Oshie put to rest any doubts as to why he earned a trip to Sochi.

On Feb. 15, in a preliminary-round game against Russia, the U.S. was deadlocked in regulation and headed to a shootout. Oshie was the first of three shooters to face Russian goalie Sergei Bobrovski in the shootout, and was followed by teammates James van Riemsdyk and Joe Pavelski. After the score remained tied after the first three rounds, international rules stipulate that coaches can re-use players as often as desired. The U.S.’s secret weapon was now poised to take down the Russians on their home ice.

Team USA head coach Dan Bylsma tabbed Oshie five consecutive times, until he ultimately netted the winner in the 8th round of the shootout. His goals in round 5 and 6 saved the U.S. from the brink of elimination. On hockey’s biggest world stage, Oshie displayed a dizzying variety of moves to convert on 4 of his 6 total shot attempts. He silenced the pro-Russian crowd that included Vladimir Putin with the game-winner to help the U.S. capture its most memorable Olympic victory since the “Miracle on Ice.”

Oshie’s thrilling performance instantly made him an international sensation. The native of Warrond, Minn. had become the latest U.S. Olympic hero. At 9:20 a.m. that day, Oshie had 92,000 Twitter followers. By 1 p.m., the number had grown to 159,000.

Oshie Scores 2014 Sports Personality of the Year

A flood of media appearances soon followed, including a feature in Sports Illustrated and appearances on NBC’s Today Show, EXTRA and The Golf Channel. He also landed a national TV commercial. In addition, his No. 74 jersey is now second in NHL jersey sales only to Pittsburgh’s Sidney Crosby.

Long before the world discovered T.J. Oshie, he was a fan favorite in St. Louis. On May 13, 2008, Oshie opted to forego his senior season with the University of North Dakota and signed with the Blues. Later that year, he scored his first career NHL goal on Oct. 22 against the Detroit Red Wings.

Oshie’s fast and energetic style quickly endeared him to Blues fans. Playing in 57 games, Oshie collected 14 goals, 25 assists and 39 points

during his rookie year. At the end of the season, he won the NHL’s 2008–09 “Goal of the Year” honors, a fan-voted contest on the league’s website.

In addition to his stellar Olympic performance, the 2013-14 season also turned out to be Oshie’s best with the Blues. He established single–season bests in several categories including goals (21), assists (39), points (60), and +/- (19).

With all of his accomplishments on the ice, how could 2014 been any better for Oshie? On St. Patrick’s Day his first child, Lyla Grace, was born.

Blues Forward Becomes International Sensation at Sochi Olympics

Oshie Scores 2014 Sports Personality of the YearOshie By the Numbers• 4 goals on six shootout attempts in Olympic match vs. Russia• 2013-14 stats: career bests in goals (21) and assists (39)• Twitter followers, 92,000 on Feb. 15. Now at 297,000 and growing.

Oshie is the 6th Blues Player to Win the

MAC Sports Personality of the Year

Mike Luit (1981)

Brett Hull (1990)

Curtis Joseph (1993)

Brendan Shanahan (1995)

Al MacInnis (1999)

“The real American heroes are wearing camo. That’s not me.”- Oshie told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review following his Olympic performance



Past Sports Personalities of the Year1970-2013

Bob GibsonSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1970

Joe TorreSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1971

Al OnofrioUniversity of Missouri Tigers

1972

Lou BrockSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1973

Don CoryellSt. Louis Football Cardinals

1974

Terry MetcalfSt. Louis Football Cardinals

1975

Jim BakkenSt. Louis Football Cardinals

1976

Ted SimmonsSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1977

Warren PowersUniversity of Missouri Tigers

1978

Keith HernandezSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1979

Pat TilleySt. Louis Football Cardinals

1980

Mike LiutSt. Louis Blues

1981

Whitey HerzogSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1982

Roy GreenSt. Louis Football Cardinals

1983

Ozzie SmithSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1984

Willie McGeeSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1985

Todd WorrellSt. Louis Baseball Cardinals

1986

Rich GrawerSaint Louis University

Billikens1987

Jackie Joyner-KerseeOlympics

1988

Pedro GuerreroSt. Louis Cardinals

1989

Brett HullSt. Louis Blues

1990

Hale IrwinGolf1990


Past Sports Personalities of the Year1970-2013

Jimmy ConnorsTennis1991

Norm StewartUniversity of Missouri Tigers

1992

Curtis JosephSt. Louis Blues

1993

Charlie SpoonhourSaint Louis University

Billikens1994

Brendan ShanahanSt. Louis Blues

1995

Tony La RussaSt. Louis Cardinals

1996

Dick VermeilSt. Louis Rams

1997

Mark McGwireSt. Louis Cardinals

1998

Al MacInnisSt. Louis Blues

1999

Kurt WarnerSt. Louis Rams

2000

Marshall FaulkSt. Louis Rams

2001

Albert PujolsSt. Louis Cardinals

2002

Isaac BruceSt. Louis Rams

2003

Scott RolenSt. Louis Cardinals

2004

Chris CarpenterSt. Louis Cardinals

2005

Torry HoltSt. Louis Rams

2006

Jason IsringhausenSt. Louis Cardinals

2007

Gary PinkelUniversity of Missouri

2008

Adam WainwrightSt. Louis Cardinals

2009

Sam BradfordSt. Louis Rams

2010

Lance BerkmanSt. Louis Cardinals

2011

Matt HollidaySt. Louis Cardinals

2012

Matt CarpenterSt. Louis Cardinals

2013

Dan Dierdorf

Jim Edmonds

Brad Davis

Jordair Jett

Steve Stipanovich

Markus Golden

T.J. Oshie

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