The St. Louis Blues have embraced a unique good luck charm to fuel their late-season playoff push: a replica of the Jobu doll from the 1989 comedy film “Major League.” This figure, associated with voodoo-practicing character Pedro Cerrano in the movie, has taken a prominent position in the Blues’ locker room, becoming a symbol of camaraderie and superstition.
Since Jobu’s mysterious appearance in late February, the Blues have been on a hot streak, going 19-4-3 and achieving a franchise-record 12-game winning streak to secure a playoff spot. Jobu has become a fixture in the team’s environment, even having his own stall and nameplate in the dressing room and traveling with the team for away games.
Players and staff have embraced Jobu’s presence, attributing part of their success to the doll’s influence. Coach Jim Montgomery, a fan of the “Major League” movie, supports Jobu’s role as a rallying point for the team. This approach echoes the team’s 2019 Stanley Cup run, which was accompanied by the unexpected adoption of Laura Branigan’s song “Gloria” as a motivational anthem.
With Jobu now at the heart of their playoff journey, the Blues are drawing parallels to their previous championship-winning season, hoping that this unconventional charm will continue to inspire success.