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A lot of turbulence between these two clubs, especially when it came down to get</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 13:49:48 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4300,h_2418,x_0,y_306/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxxa498cmmemng2eb7.jpg" caption="Apr 11, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard (98) looks to pass the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the second period at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blues&#39; center depth likely to keep McMichael at wing, but never say never</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/blues-center-depth-likely-to-keep-mcmichael-at-wing-but-never-say-never-01kxrwasnxyj?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joe DeMarini</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxrwasnxyj</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues made several trades of consequence this offseason, and perhaps the most important one was the transaction that sent Jordan Kyrou to the Wash</description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Jul 2026 19:32:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3085,h_1735,x_0,y_77/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxv3ta41rb29cq425w.jpg" caption="Apr 30, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Washington Capitals center Connor McMichael (24) skates with the puck against the Montreal Canadiens in game five of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Capital One Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joe DeMarini"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>3 bold predictions for the Blues 2026-27 season</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/3-bold-predictions-for-the-blues-2026-27-season-01kxmaeztf39?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxmaeztf39</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues are heading into a new era, and with it comes a lot of mystery. 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Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Nestor Quixtan"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blues clearly overpaid for Connor McMichael, but the deal will only get better with time</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/blues-clearly-overpaid-for-connor-mcmichael-but-the-deal-will-only-get-better-with-time?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Nick Villano</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxpzr5r20m</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues announced a shocking extension on Thursday, giving Connor McMichael $6.75 million per season. 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Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Blues narrowly missed getting roasted by a fellow Western Conference foe’s brilliant schedule reveal</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-narrowly-missed-getting-roasted-by-a-fellow-western-conference-foe-s-brilliant-schedule-reveal-01kxp1v4mm3f?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxp1v4mm3f</guid><description>Following in the National Football League&#39;s footsteps, the National Hockey League has now gotten very creative with its schedule reveals every year. 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Wi</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:08:07 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4775,h_2685,x_0,y_85/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxp0v3tk6qkb31s86k.jpg" caption="Feb 4, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Dallas Stars defenseman Kyle Capobianco (20) checks St. Louis Blues left wing Nathan Walker (26) during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Robert Thomas has carried this franchise with loyalty, and that will be rewarded sooner or later</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/robert-thomas-has-carried-this-franchise-with-loyalty-and-that-will-be-rewarded-sooner-or-later-01kxm7ebnapf?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxm7ebnapf</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues were dangling star center Robert Thomas for much of the second-half of the 2025-26 season, as well as up until the NHL Draft. Eventually, it</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5514,h_3101,x_0,y_37/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxm7gvtvddkwnwweje.jpg" caption="Mar 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) is congratulated by teammates after scoring a goal against the San Jose Sharks in the second period at SAP Center at San Jose. 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With much of the old core pieces now on other teams, and still some</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 01:33:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5935,h_3338,x_0,y_251/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxm4z79r2ygmtvyzrb.jpg" caption="Dec 18, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (18) controls the puck against the New York Rangers during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Blues face the Sharks in home opener as both franchises are on the upswing</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-face-the-sharks-in-home-opener-as-both-franchises-are-on-the-upswing-01kxk5dp86n1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxk5dp86n1</guid><description>The NHL announced the home openers for all 32 teams earlier this morning, and for the St. Louis Blues, they are hosting an up-and-coming powerhouse. The San Jos</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:22:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4931,h_2773,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxk5gky7pmnpa5crhq.jpg" caption="Mar 30, 2026; San Jose, California, USA;  San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) pursues the puck while defended by St. Louis Blues right winger Jimmy Snuggerud (21) and defenseman Justin Holl (4) in the third period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Justin Carbonneau’s NHL timeline depends on two things</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/justin-carboneau-s-nhl-timeline-depends-on-two-things-01kxk0m4bh83?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxk0m4bh83</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues are going to have a very interesting training camp in a few weeks. 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It is getting to that point, but a little more</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:00:02 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5566,h_3130,x_0,y_161/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxghjey3n05qdh343s.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jimmy Snuggerud (21) is congratulated by left wing Dylan Holloway (81) after scoring against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>How Doug Armstrong quietly reset the franchise without bottoming out</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/how-doug-armstrong-quietly-reset-the-franchise-without-bottoming-out-01kxggw4vxgg?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxggw4vxgg</guid><description>Now that the Alexander Steen-era is in full swing at the General Manager position, let’s look back at just how important Doug Armstrong’s exit was.  The St. Lou</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:46:22 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7416,h_4171,x_0,y_412/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxghcpvy06h2kr4cym.jpg" caption="Nov 29, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong looks on before a game against the Utah Mammoth at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>What if the Blues did not blow that last-minute lead against the Winnipeg Jets in the 2024-25 playoffs?</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/what-if-the-blues-did-not-blow-that-last-minute-lead-against-the-winnipeg-jets-in-the-2024-25-playoffs-01kxf6jmj1qp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxf6jmj1qp</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues had a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity against the Presidents&#39; Trophy winners of the 2024-25 season, the Winnipeg Jets, in the first round of </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 02:34:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5286,h_2973,x_0,y_141/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxf6nqebf16egcnrh8.jpg" caption="May 4, 2025; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; St. Louis Blues right wing Mathieu Joseph (71) celebrates after his goal against the Winnipeg Jets in the first period in game seven of the first round of the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: James Carey Lauder-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Blues made the right decision in moving on from Jordan Kyrou</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-made-the-right-decision-in-moving-on-from-jordan-kyrou-01kxdtgh8qvp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kxdtgh8qvp</guid><description>Now that a few weeks have passed since the madness that was the NHL Draft and free agency period, the St. Louis Blues have basically made up their roster for 20</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2026 13:28:46 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5127,h_2883,x_0,y_228/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kxdthp8j5pmn5p321g.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues right wing Jordan Kyrou (25) shoots the puck against the Calgary Flames during the first period at Scotiabank Saddledome. 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The Winter Youth Olympic Games, Gangwon, South Korea, Tuesday 30 January 2024. 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Mandatory Credit: Simon Fearn-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Sundqvist, Blues agree to one-year, two-way deal</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/sundqvist-blues-agree-to-one-year-two-way-deal-01kx7f0fb0pb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kx7f0fb0pb</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues continue to tidy up their roster with more and more forwards. This time, it will be Oskar Sundqvist coming back on a one-year, two-way deal </description><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 02:22:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3615,h_2033,x_0,y_1709/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kx7f2cdvgz8prd74jz.jpg" caption="Jan 29, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; St. Louis Blues center Oskar Sundqvist (70) reacts after scoring against the Florida Panthers during the second period at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Blues have a long offer-sheet history that many fans have forgotten</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/blues-have-a-long-offer-sheet-history-that-many-fans-have-forgotten-01kx6s1derxp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Scott Rogust</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kx6s1derxp</guid><description>With offer sheets becoming the rage in the NHL in the summer of 2026, it may be forgotten that the St. Louis Blues were a team that used this method quite a lot in the NHL&#39;s history.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 21:15:10 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4531,h_2548,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kx6s5zw5yttj9tvddk.jpg" caption="Oct 19, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  St. Louis Blues center Dylan Holloway (81) celebrates with defenseman Philip Broberg (6) after scoring against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Enterprise Center. 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This offseason saw a big shift in personnel both on</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:41:45 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3849,h_2165,x_0,y_205/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kx4tydvyav61pc9aec.jpg" caption="Apr 16, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; St. Louis Blues left wing Pavel Buchnevich (89) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Utah Mammoth during the first period at Delta Center. 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Doug Armstrong is no longer the general manager of the St. Louis Blues, and Alex Steen has taken the</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Jul 2026 01:47:54 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4555,h_2562,x_0,y_154/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kx1f96fc7m24fjfqah.jpg" caption="Jan 20, 2026; Winnipeg, Manitoba, CAN; St. Louis Blues coach Jim Montgomery strategizes against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period at Canada Life Centre. Mandatory Credit: Terrence Lee-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joe DeMarini"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Otto Stenberg has a new obstacle in his way heading into 2026-27, and he isn’t on the Blues</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/otto-stenberg-has-a-new-obstacle-in-his-way-heading-into-2026-27-and-he-isn-t-on-the-blues-01kx19bxsavb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Justin Bonhard</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kx19bxsavb</guid><description>The St. Louis Blues are moving into a new era of hockey, with the younger players are their focus. The old core has just about been demolished, and a new group </description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:30:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2880,h_1620,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kx19d7mg3h6abr189j.jpg" caption="Jan 18, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Otto Stenberg (28) gets ready for a face-off against the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place. 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The former Jack Adams Award</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3349,h_1883,x_0,y_97/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwx7zvv6xe63d01xgg.jpg" caption="Apr 16, 2026; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery looks on during the first period of a game against the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center. 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The 2026-27 version of the St. Louis Blues is going to be an imperfect mes</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 17:05:35 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5370,h_3020,x_0,y_84/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kww5fryc5mq823qnvq.jpg" caption="Mar 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; St. Louis Blues right winger Jimmy Snuggerud (21) scores a goal against the San Jose Sharks in the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. 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This is going t</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4319,h_2429,x_0,y_29/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwtjwpkf2cqkkxp5vk.jpg" caption="Apr 5, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Washington Capitals left wing Connor McMichael (24) skates against the New York Rangers during the first period at Madison Square Garden. 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Ludwig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Justin Bonhard"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Blues should be credited for this summer&#39;s offer sheet bonanza</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-should-be-credited-for-this-summer-s-offer-sheet-bonanza-01kwsjjparcv?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joe DeMarini</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwsjjparcv</guid><description>Almost two years ago, the St. Louis Blues rocked the NHL by tendering dual offer sheets to then-Edmonton Oilers restricted free agents Philip Broberg and Dylan </description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Jul 2026 19:14:21 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4746,h_2669,x_0,y_59/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwsrtkb11zzftbmte5.jpg" caption="Jan 9, 2025; St. Louis, Missouri, USA;  Anaheim Ducks center Leo Carlsson (91) controls the puck against the St. Louis Blues during the first period at Enterprise Center. 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Ludwig-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Joe DeMarini"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Drafting two centers in the first round will pay dividends in the future</title><link>https://bleedinblue.com/drafting-two-centers-in-the-first-round-will-pay-dividends-in-the-future-01kwmj7jarbd?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Joe DeMarini</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kwmj7jarbd</guid><description>The NHL draft and the first day of free agency are behind us and--aside from some internal book keeping and contracts to work out--the St. Louis Blues may be fi</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:50:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5321,h_2993,x_0,y_9/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwmkbbkhghbczcneer.jpg" caption="Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Tynan Lawrence poses beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the eleventh pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the St. Louis Blues at KeyBank Center. 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This fo</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:16:03 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3257,h_1832,x_0,y_80/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwfa6dnsjmasf4hhjb.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2024; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Anaheim Ducks left wing Ross Johnston (44) bothers St. Louis Blues defenseman Torey Krug (47) during the first period at Enterprise Center. 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This is a big day for </description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:54:49 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5837,h_3283,x_0,y_221/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwf66z5e9tq2mmrc27.jpg" caption="Mar 2, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of the logo on the jersey of St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington (50) during the game between the Dallas Stars and the St. Louis Blues at the American Airlines Center. 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Zach Werenski, who is one of the top defenders i</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 15:41:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5201,h_2925,x_0,y_35/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ReutersImages/mmsport/104/01kwdvedgqh078rk6aqw.jpg" caption="Nov 1, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA;  Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) reacts to scoring a goal against the St. Louis Blues in the second period at Nationwide Arena. 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Does General Manager-to-be Alexander Ste</description><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:15:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5706,h_3209,x_0,y_51/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/104/01kwa6bfgb3zk7zrjgdt.jpg" caption="Dec 16, 2022; Calgary, Alberta, CAN; St. Louis Blues right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (91) against the Calgary Flames during the second period at Scotiabank Saddledome. 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