https://bleedinblue.comhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-st-louis-blues-new-leadership-group-has-two-notable-members-01m1pbym8edp?utm_source=RSSIsaac Hyman01m1pbym8edpThe Blues announced their full leadership group this week, and while most of the discussion has understandably been about the newest captain Robert Thomas, there are two players wearing the A this season that definitely deserve some attention.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 18:46:45 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blueprint-behind-naming-robert-thomas-the-next-captain-01m1pgnv4zjn?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1pgnv4zjnThe decision to name Robert Thomas the 25th captain in St. Louis Blues history came down to a mid-game test, a modern analytical mindset, and a corporate-style leadership structure. Here is how Jim Montgomery and Alex Steen built the new core.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/dylan-holloway-was-a-bargain-last-season-but-can-he-still-deliver-at-a-higher-price-01m1kwsr7057?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1kwsr7057The St. Louis Blues found their perfect trio last season, but it was done at the last possible second. Dylan Holloway, Robert Thomas, and Jimmy Snuggerud were iFri, 04 Sep 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-jim-montgomery-could-make-or-break-his-team-this-month-01m1mqy7b1w6?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m1mqy7b1w6St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery will need to make numerous decisions this month, ones that could shape the team's destiny in 2026-27.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/robert-thomas-captain-role-should-give-him-more-motivation-to-prove-critics-wrong-01m1mf4s746q?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01m1mf4s746qRobert Thomas will have increased expectations now that he's been named the new captain of the St. Louis Blues. One of those expectations will be consistency, which one scout criticized in a recent player rankings article form The Athletic.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/justin-carbonneau-will-force-his-way-into-the-nhl-by-christmas-01m1kvymwv4a?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1kvymwv4aThe St. Louis Blues are going to be leading their next era of hockey with youth. Robert Thomas, who is the only member outside of their core group over the age Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:55:05 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/will-mason-mctavish-or-connor-mcmichael-have-more-points-01m1jjyf97d0?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01m1jjyf97d0Both Mason McTavish and Connor McMichael will be big part of the Blues offense. But who will have the better season? Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-major-leadership-decision-says-a-lot-about-robert-thomas-future-01m1kmxsxx4z?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m1kmxsxx4zThe St. Louis Blues' decision to name Robert Thomas captain sends a perfect message regarding the star's future with the organization.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:30:45 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jimmy-snuggerud-deserved-better-from-the-athletic-s-top-150-ranking-01m1hnmrhp1v?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1hnmrhp1vWith only a few more weeks left until the official start of the 2026-27 season for the St. Louis Blues, there was a flurry of news spread out today. The new homThu, 03 Sep 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-new-look-leadership-group-checks-all-of-the-boxes-01m1hrhaawrf?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1hrhaawrfThe St. Louis Blues just announced their 25th captain in franchise history, and it was the perfect choice. Cornerstone center Robert Thomas has been named, and Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:27:07 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/why-robert-thomas-and-why-now-the-blues-finally-name-their-25th-captain-01m1hnhrnf0z?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1hnhrnf0zWhy Robert Thomas and why now? St. Louis closes the Brayden Schenn era by naming its 25th captain before camp. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:22:37 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-made-the-perfect-pick-for-the-25th-captain-in-franchise-history-01m1hpph3pj2?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1hpph3pj2It is official, folks: Robert Thomas is the 25th captain of the St. Louis Blues. The news comes down with just a few weeks left before training camp and preseasWed, 02 Sep 2026 18:48:59 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/5-blues-that-are-a-lock-for-a-point-increase-for-2026-27-01m1hanmg92s?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1hanmg92sLast season, the St. Louis Blues had the ninth-least amount of goals forced with 230. Nobody reached the 30-goal plateau and the highest point total belonged toWed, 02 Sep 2026 16:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/st-louis-blues-heading-to-prime-video-01m1haygpgn9?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1haygpgn9The St. Louis Blues have officially announced a multi-year deal with Amazon Prime Video to host in-market local game streaming starting in the 2026-27 season. Here is everything you need to know about pricing, cable coverage, and how to watch.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:46:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/3-blues-prospects-with-the-most-to-lose-this-preseason-01m1h0aa0rmv?utm_source=RSSNate Duffett01m1h0aa0rmvThe Blues have some exciting young prospects in their system, which unfortunately means some could get left behind. Wed, 02 Sep 2026 14:55:51 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-odd-man-out-with-the-blues-01m1ekct246v?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1ekct246vLooking at the St. Louis Blues, this offseason was a complete overhaul of the center group. The signings of Mason McTavish and Connor McMichael push that positiTue, 01 Sep 2026 14:05:28 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/from-bolduc-to-carbonneau-st-louis-keeps-winning-the-first-round-01m1dbabfmbq?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1dbabfmbqThe Blues have stacked first-round hits from 2021–25: Bolduc, Snuggerud, Dvorsky, Stenberg, Lindstein, Jiricek and Carbonneau. Here’s how each pick already impacts St. Louis—or projects to fill scoring, two-way and defensive roles.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-fans-won-t-have-to-wait-much-longer-for-hockey-to-return-01m1d6aapst5?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1d6aapst5It is time to start the 'ber months, and that also means that the St. Louis Blues will take the ice soon enough. September is an awesome month for the hockey seTue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jimmy-snuggerud-is-showing-why-he-could-become-the-blues-next-franchise-star-01m1ce1mvwz4?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m1ce1mvwz4The St. Louis Blues may have a fantastic forward on their top line for 2026-27, and it is not the dependable Robert Thomas. It is Jimmy Snuggerud, who is quicklMon, 31 Aug 2026 17:51:53 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/st-louis-blues-top-5-defensemen-prospects-heading-into-2026-27-01m1atf8dr4m?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1atf8dr4mSt. Louis Blues defenseman prospects for 2026-27: Theo Lindstein is NHL-ready, while Adam Jiricek headlines the group. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:05 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-made-some-big-decisions-this-offseason-but-were-they-right-01m1ap55qnab?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m1ap55qnabThe St. Louis Blues made numerous moves this offseason, but there are still questions regarding how well they could work out.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-need-logan-mailloux-to-prove-last-season-was-just-a-bump-in-the-road-01m19w4mnj8h?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m19w4mnj8hThe St. Louis Blues’ biggest roster change has to be in their defensive structure. You can make a case for both the new-look top-six forward group and a potentiSun, 30 Aug 2026 17:53:38 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-mailbag-mctavish-right-shot-depth-and-what-to-expect-in-2026-27-01m189k2mr3f?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m189k2mr3fSt. Louis Blues mailbag: realistic expectations for Mason McTavish, who has the most to prove, RHD prospect depth, Russian pipeline questions, and which players could debut in 2026-27.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-locked-up-broberg-at-the-right-time-01m188rynyhj?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m188rynyhjThe St. Louis were fortunate to get Philip Broberg's contract done at the right time, lest the price tag would have been higher.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 10:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/nathan-walker-has-to-become-an-anomaly-amongst-towering-fourth-line-teammates-01m11t5aqndt?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m11t5aqndtThe St. Louis Blues are going to bring in a little bit of a different and newer look to their fourth-line trio in 2026-27. With Oskar Sundqvist likely heading dSat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/predicting-where-the-blues-will-end-up-at-the-end-of-the-2026-27-season-01m16ve8k8n9?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m16ve8k8n9The St. Louis Blues are in a new era of their franchise, and with it comes a lot of change. A new General Manager, a new captain could be announced soon, and neSat, 29 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/these-three-teams-could-come-calling-the-blues-again-about-robert-thomas?utm_source=RSSMichael DeRosa01m159vs120rThese three teams could come calling the Blues again about Robert ThomasSat, 29 Aug 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/st-louis-blues-top-5-center-prospects-heading-into-2026-27-01m15q1cjjgw?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m15q1cjjgwRanking the St. Louis Blues’ top center prospects for 2026-27, from Tynan Lawrence to Zach Dean. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/colton-parayko-s-role-with-the-blues-is-now-in-flux-01m05q4xsbt4?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m05q4xsbt4Stanley Cup Champion. Olympian for Team Canada. Colton Parayko's had quite a career, all of it spent with the St. Louis Blues. Now 33 years old, the veteran defSat, 29 Aug 2026 10:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-desperately-need-a-bounce-back-season-from-cam-fowler-01ky57qezy1v?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57qezy1vIn the middle of the 2024-25 season, then-general manager Doug Armstrong made a trade that had people scratching their heads. The St. Louis Blues acquired Cam FFri, 28 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jordan-binnington-can-prove-he-s-still-got-it-in-final-year-of-contract-with-the-blues-01m05q2t931p?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m05q2t931pIt was one of, if not the best, stories of the 2018-19 season. The St. Louis Blues were at rock bottom, and they appeared to have a better shot at the first-oveFri, 28 Aug 2026 19:14:43 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-toropchenko-has-his-security-now-has-to-hold-his-spot-01m1314whmb7?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m1314whmb7Alexey Toropchenko enters 2026-27 with a new $5M extension, but higher expectations follow the raise. A look at why the Blues' winger must reclaim his physical, penalty-killing dominance to hold his spot in a deep St. Louis bottom six.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:00:06 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/mctavish-and-mcmichael-adaptability-could-define-the-2026-27-season-01m0z50yvmdb?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0z50yvmdbThe top six for the St. Louis Blues is expected to be a fantastic focus for the 2026-27 season. There is already a pretty good understanding of who will be on iThu, 27 Aug 2026 14:42:49 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-fans-won-t-like-what-this-early-2026-27-projection-shows-01m10gwxder6?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m10gwxder6Early projections show a less-than-rosy projection for the St. Louis Blues, leaving the team with a chance to prove everyone wrong.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:27:21 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-lindstein-with-a-shot-to-hold-down-bottom-four-role-01m10k9wxpkn?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m10k9wxpknTheo Lindstein could open 2026-27 in St. Louis and hold a bottom-four role next to Parayko or Mailloux. A look at the left-side crunch, his NHL sample vs. AHL year, and point projections if he sticks or splits time.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 11:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-forward-depth-has-complicated-otto-stenberg-s-nhl-timeline-01m0zq83ytsr?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0zq83ytsrOtto Stenberg heads into the 2026-27 season facing a deep Blues forward group ahead of him.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 19:54:35 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-most-heartbreaking-losses-of-the-2025-26-season-01m0zfemapwb?utm_source=RSSCharlie Balestra01m0zfemapwbFollowing a heartbreaking defeat in the playoffs, the 2025-26 season had several other gutting losses for the Blues prior to their elimination. From losing gameWed, 26 Aug 2026 16:57:18 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/ranking-the-3-most-important-defensemen-for-the-blues-prior-to-the-2026-27-season-01m0z6bxnqyg?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0z6bxnqygThe St. Louis Blues upgraded their defensive unit with the addition of Brandon Carlo in the offseason. Ahead of the 2026-27 season, that is going to be a big plWed, 26 Aug 2026 15:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-should-have-two-clear-goals-entering-the-2026-27-season-01m0whnxv4w3?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0whnxv4w3The St. Louis Blues are going to have a very big season ahead of them in 2026-27. It may not be a successful one, but there is a sense that this should be the sWed, 26 Aug 2026 13:43:49 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/pavel-buchnevich-needs-to-show-he-s-still-got-it-in-2026-27-01ky57m1jne4?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57m1jne4The St. Louis Blues are a team that aggressively extends its pending unrestricted free agents and, more often than not, they get burned for their boldness. No pWed, 26 Aug 2026 12:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/team-canada-projection-proves-dylan-holloway-s-stock-is-rising-01m0wqr6tx5m?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0wqr6tx5mThe St. Louis Blues are enjoying the fruit of the Edmonton Oilers' labor. We have all seen the impact that Philip Broberg has had on the defense, but now the coTue, 25 Aug 2026 17:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/3-blues-that-will-hit-new-career-highs-in-2026-27-01m0whzkzda6?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0whzkzda6The St. Louis Blues can either make some serious noise next season or else it will be another middle-of-the-road performance. Even still, no matter the end resuTue, 25 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-world-is-dylan-holloway-s-for-the-taking-01ky55tqr740?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky55tqr740It seems like an eternity ago but, two years ago, the St. Louis Blues turned the hockey world on its head. Then-general manager Doug Armstrong tendered not one,Tue, 25 Aug 2026 14:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/four-central-division-centers-are-ahead-of-thomas-in-recent-ranking-01m0whp6kg0q?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0whp6kg0qIt is no secret that the Central Division is a great bunch of NHL teams. For the St. Louis Blues, they are still a few years away from trying to send one of theTue, 25 Aug 2026 13:32:40 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-goaltending-pipeline-is-heating-up-01m0vdpy4ta6?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0vdpy4ta6The St. Louis Blues’ goaltending pipeline is getting more competitive, with a mix of proven depth, size, and rising talent creating intriguing long-term options between the pipes.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/joel-hofer-nearly-saved-the-blues-last-season-and-he-may-need-to-do-it-again-01ky57q23359?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57q23359For most of the 2025-26 season, the St. Louis Blues were undone by the lousiest goaltending tandem in the league. Jordan Binnington never recovered, but Joel HoMon, 24 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/pius-suter-has-an-important-part-to-play-for-next-year-s-blues-01ky57p6hyjy?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57p6hyjyLast summer, the St. Louis Blues signed Pius Suter to a two-year, $4.125-million annual average value (AAV) contract. It was a smart move by then-general manageMon, 24 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/fowler-is-the-underrated-unsung-anchor-of-the-blues-defense-01m0r1xx6j4r?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0r1xx6j4rAs the St. Louis Blues' defense gets younger, 34-year-old Cam Fowler remains the team's quiet transition engine. From 5v5 zone exits to heavy penalty-kill duty, see how Fowler's efficiency stabilizes the blueline.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/robert-thomas-expectations-for-2026-27-have-never-been-higher-01m0edayxca6?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0edayxca6The St. Louis Blues are entering a monumental season. There is a new dawn, and new faces are spread around this roster and front office. To say that this past oSat, 22 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-don-t-actually-need-to-add-another-top-six-forward-in-near-future-01m0mw9bfnkb?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0mw9bfnkbThe St. Louis Blues went out and grabbed two solid top-six forwards so far this offseason. Both Conner McMichael and Mason McTavish will do nicely on the secondSat, 22 Aug 2026 14:06:23 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/analyzing-the-10-blues-ea-nhl-27-rankings-01m0kqjexa4y?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0kqjexa4yAn analytical review of the St. Louis Blues in the EA Sports NHL 27 database rankings, breaking down player ratings, attribute flaws, and positional value.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-first-three-games-could-tell-us-everything-about-2026-27-01m0k69w14fv?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01m0k69w14fvThe Blues have a gauntlet to start the season. How will it impact the rest of the season? Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/dalibor-dvorsky-needs-to-have-a-solid-sophomore-season-01ky57ms655d?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57ms655dThe St. Louis Blues have quite the stable of prospects with potential to have a major impact in the NHL. One of those young players, Dalibor Dvorsky, may not beFri, 21 Aug 2026 22:59:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jake-neighbours-should-have-something-to-prove-this-season-01ky57ng58xf?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01ky57ng58xfExpectations for the St. Louis Blues during the 2026-27 season are all over the place. It's unlikely that they'll be able to go up against the three top teams iFri, 21 Aug 2026 17:51:39 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-left-side-reaching-a-dilemma-on-defense-01m0h4479a7s?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0h4479a7sThe St. Louis Blues face a pivotal left-side blue line battle. With contract deadlines approaching and young talent surging from Springfield, one veteran's spot is under direct threat. Here is how the depth chart stacks up.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-crucial-offseason-decisions-raise-questions-01m0gsw4nerh?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m0gsw4nerhThe St. Louis Blues will face scrutiny stemming from the organization's offseason moves, potentially leading to anxiety among fans.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 00:21:06 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/confidence-in-blues-front-office-is-declining-01m0fx8tz2d2?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m0fx8tz2d2It was an eventful summer for the front office of the St. Louis Blues. They made some big trades that will, hopefully, shore up the center depth and replace theThu, 20 Aug 2026 18:22:35 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/chicago-s-rebuild-should-worry-the-blues-01m0frypcs11?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0frypcs11The St. Louis Blues have built up their farm system with some top-notch prospects and upcoming stars. With 17 first-round picks already appearing in the NHL, orThu, 20 Aug 2026 14:39:12 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-have-been-on-the-wrong-side-of-history-when-it-comes-to-facing-off-against-rookies-01m0d9n7cn05?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0d9n7cn05On Valentine's Day in 1977, the St. Louis Blues and Philadelphia Flyers faced off in what would be a historic game. A record was set that day, and it still stanThu, 20 Aug 2026 12:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/how-the-blues-can-bring-mcmichael-back-to-form-01m0dw43scfw?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0dw43scfwAt 25, Connor McMichael has plenty of runway left. Here is how the St. Louis Blues can optimize his role and get him back to a 20+ goal pace.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:15:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/seven-blues-prospects-make-waves-in-major-nhl-ranking-01m0db5mgjne?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m0db5mgjneHoo boy, did we get a list today. Yesterday, we covered The Athletic's prospect pool rankings, courtesy prospect expert Corey Pronman, where the St. Louis BluesWed, 19 Aug 2026 19:33:52 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-enter-the-alexander-steen-era-in-a-similar-place-to-armstrong-s-first-season-01m0dbkj4r2j?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0dbkj4r2jThe torch has been passed in the front office, as Alexander Steen takes over for Doug Armstrong as General Manager. This has not happened since right before theWed, 19 Aug 2026 17:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/3-blues-players-that-are-under-the-most-presure-for-the-2026-27-season-01m0b72aad6v?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0b72aad6vThe St. Louis Blues are just a few shorts weeks away from entering their 59th NHL season. As August continues to move along, and September is right around the cWed, 19 Aug 2026 15:51:34 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/revisiting-the-blues-trade-for-brayden-schenn-01m0c0vn56eh?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m0c0vn56ehRevisiting the 2017 blockbuster trade that brought Brayden Schenn to the St. Louis Blues. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-prospect-pool-is-suddenly-among-the-nhl-s-best-01m0asbnta7n?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m0asbnta7nThe St. Louis Blues have had quite the offseason. Doug Armstrong, in his final draft as general manager, made some risky decisions with the four first-round picTue, 18 Aug 2026 19:58:24 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-finally-have-a-problem-that-every-nhl-team-wants-01m0apkjd2x1?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0apkjd2x1When crafting an NHL team, it is best to have a concrete roster entering a new season and to use training camp and preseason to iron out chemistry problems. ButTue, 18 Aug 2026 18:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/this-blues-player-could-be-traded-before-the-2026-27-season-starts-01m0arqgdre5?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0arqgdre5When looking down the middle of the St. Louis Blues lineup, the center group is stacked with depth. But in this case somebody, or a couple of somebodies, will bTue, 18 Aug 2026 17:21:23 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/pavel-buchnevich-s-contract-is-not-a-nightmare-yet-but-the-blues-should-be-watching-01m0anrf97fn?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0anrf97fnThe St. Louis Blues are in a healthy situation with their salary cap, and that is with an increase once again on the horizon after the 2026-27 season. RelativelTue, 18 Aug 2026 16:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-were-left-off-of-patrik-laine-s-potential-landing-spots-and-it-is-a-good-thing-01m08xxh6bk8?utm_source=RSSBrian Germinaro01m08xxh6bk8Patrik Laine is the biggest name on the free agent list, but the Blues do not seem to have interest. Here is why this is a good thing. Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:51:18 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-fans-will-hate-the-latest-quinn-hughes-lifeline-for-the-wild-01m08dzbh2k2?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01m08dzbh2k2The St. Louis Blues would love it if Quinn Hughes left the Minnesota Wild. But even with the lack of progress in talks, the belief is Hughes will sign a contract extension with the Wild.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-realistic-ceiling-for-the-2026-27-blues-01m084wgdy6e?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01m084wgdy6eThe St. Louis Blues finished outside the playoff picture last season, missing a Western Conference wildcard berth by only a few points after a late season surgeMon, 17 Aug 2026 17:14:11 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/cam-fowler-has-one-major-thing-to-prove-in-st-louis-for-2026-27-01m08174kya9?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m08174kya9When Cam Fowler was pursued and acquired by the St. Louis Blues two seasons ago, it was a slam dunk. He left Anaheim after 15 seasons and was playing with perfeMon, 17 Aug 2026 14:24:43 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/st-louis-starter-emerging-as-top-10-goaltender-01m06rmyav9s?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m06rmyav9sWith 6 shutouts and elite advanced metrics, the new St. Louis Blues primary starter has proven his game scales with workload. Why he is on track to become a top-10 NHL netminder next season.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:00:04 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/ice-time-and-role-will-unlock-mason-mctavish-01m063jrvy5g?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m063jrvy5gMason McTavish enters his first season with the St. Louis Blues with a prime second-line opportunity. With top-six ice time, his high shot volume, and faceoff mentorship from Robert Thomas, McTavish is primed for a major bounce-back year.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 11:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/this-blues-player-could-be-the-team-s-mvp-in-2026-27-01m05e17vf9m?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m05e17vf9mThe St. Louis Blues have had the pleasure of having Robert Thomas be there quintesenntial Most Valuable Player for the past few seasons. It is safe to say that Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:37:44 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jordan-kyrou-s-blues-legacy-deserves-a-second-look-01m01gdqhshp?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m01gdqhshpThe St. Louis Blues shredded their old core up like paper and tossed it into the fire to bring in a new wave of younger talent. One of those moves involved JordSat, 15 Aug 2026 16:07:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/making-the-argument-to-name-a-captain-before-the-2026-27-season-01m0300ja2wy?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01m0300ja2wyThe St. Louis Blues are entering the 2026-27 season without a captain for the first time since the 1996-97 season. It was a needed and evident change moving on Sat, 15 Aug 2026 15:25:24 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-would-face-tough-choice-if-nhl-expansion-draft-were-in-2027-01m016ank96m?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01m016ank96mThe St. Louis Blues should be happy the next NHL expansion draft won't happen in 2027 because of a potentially tough choice.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 12:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-must-give-dvorsky-a-long-term-run-at-center-01m01pjtypq8?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01m01pjtypq8Dalibor Dvorský's 46% faceoff rate proves his NHL center potential. With Tynan Lawrence developing in the NCAA, keeping Dvorský at center alongside Robert Thomas and Mason McTavish gives the St. Louis Blues essential long-term depth down the spine.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/5-reasons-why-the-blues-could-surprise-everyone-this-season-01m00n2445am?utm_source=RSSAndy Knapp01m00n2445amWith its biggest youth development and key offseason moves being some of the factors, St Louis could be a playoff spoiler this OctoberFri, 14 Aug 2026 18:31:29 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/the-blues-need-to-completely-rethink-their-power-play-for-2026-27-01kzy1pjwsg0?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01kzy1pjwsg0The St. Louis Blues had a stalling power play in 2025-26, and it was a detriment more than an aid. At 17.59% on the year, they were well above the league averagFri, 14 Aug 2026 15:30:00 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/this-could-be-the-blues-most-dangerous-second-line-in-quite-a-while-01kzy1dn9jnk?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01kzy1dn9jnkThe St. Louis Blues are going to have a bit of a different look in 2026-27, with Jordan Kyrou out of the picture and Mason McTavish alongside Connor McMichael sFri, 14 Aug 2026 14:17:11 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/springfield-will-be-the-best-path-for-a-blues-top-prospect-01kzz3cvsjk3?utm_source=RSSMichael Meyer01kzz3cvsjk3Even with a breakout preseason, Justin Carbonneau’s statistical profile shows why a full year with the Springfield Thunderbirds in the AHL is the best move for his development over rushing him straight to the St. Louis Blues.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 11:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/jordan-binnington-s-entering-the-strangest-season-of-his-career-in-2026-27-01kzy2qk1py9?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01kzy2qk1py9Jordan Binnington has been a key member of the St. Louis Blues for years. He's entering the final year of his six-year, $6-million annual average value (AAV) exThu, 13 Aug 2026 21:03:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/predicting-exactly-where-the-blues-finish-in-the-central-for-2026-27-01kzxxr57326?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01kzxxr57326The Central Division of the Western Conference is such a ferocious and tenacious bunch of teams and should be regarded as the most competitive in all of the NHLThu, 13 Aug 2026 18:00:03 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/mailloux-has-to-leave-it-all-on-the-ice-in-2026-27-or-it-is-the-end-of-the-road-01kzj6zfgqqk?utm_source=RSSJustin Bonhard01kzj6zfgqqkThe St. Louis Blues have one of the deepest prospect pools in the National Hockey League. 17 players in their farm system were selected in the first round, and Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:42:42 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-fans-have-more-reason-than-ever-to-watch-for-an-nhl-expansion-01kzxv05msys?utm_source=RSSNestor Quixtan01kzxv05msysSt. Louis Blues fans must keep a close watch on NHL expansion talk as the next team to join the league could directly impact the organization.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:01 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/3-blues-players-poised-for-breakout-seasons-in-2026-27-01kzxf3nacb7?utm_source=RSSNate Duffett01kzxf3nacb7The Blues are in good hands for their future, and fans will get a glimpse of what's to come in 2026-27. Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:57:08 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/blues-fans-have-reason-to-enjoy-the-latest-quinn-hughes-development-01kzvkcqzzpr?utm_source=RSSScott Rogust01kzvkcqzzprThe St. Louis Blues would benefit from the Minnesota Wild getting worse. That could happen if a doomsday scenario floated by Sportsnet NHL insider Elliotte Friedman becomes a reality.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 12:00:02 +0000enhttps://bleedinblue.com/extending-buchnevich-was-a-bad-decision-by-blues-management-01kzvak6xkkq?utm_source=RSSJoe DeMarini01kzvak6xkkqThe St. Louis Blues--at least during former general manager Doug Armstrong's tenure--had a penchant for handing out bloated contracts to aging veterans. SeveralWed, 12 Aug 2026 22:15:00 +0000en