New revelations on Thomas trade deadline fiasco turns this story on its head

As the days pass by after the Trade Deadline has come to a close, there are more and more stories circulating on the fallout. Particularly on the St. Louis Blues, who were one of the hottest topics of discussion this week.

From No-Trade Clause speculations, to a "leak" inside the organization, and now a revelation from one of the top trade targets at the deadline. This one comes right from the horse's mouth.

Robert Thomas, who was nearly dealt a couple of times at the deadline, opened up with Jeff Marek and Greg Wyshynski about the fiasco that ensued. What he had to say now completely turns this story on its head.

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Blue for life?

This has been a development. First, the Blues were ready to get rid of him for the highest price possible, via General Manager Doug Armstrong’s fire sale of anyone over the age of 25. St. Louis had a deal in place with Utah, but it was ultimately turned down by the Mammoth. 

Now, right from the player himself, he explains that he was never asked to waive his No-Trade Clause, nor would he have done so. It seems that now the script is flipped, and for the time being, the intention is for Thomas to be a Blue for the duration of his deal, and beyond. 

Face of the franchise?

This paints the narrative that Thomas is now the face of this franchise. Eventually, that “C” will be displayed prominently on his chest, but only when the time is right. 

Thomas is 26-years-old and turns 27 on July 2. He can come out of this retooling phase, still in his prime, and with a highly skilled team around him for once. This is a win-win holding onto him, and the notion that teams should revisit trading Thomas this summer is ridiculous.

Brayden Schenn is gone, Justin Faulk is gone, Jordan Binnington is on his way out, and Joel Hofer is not ready for that kind of pressure as being the most valuable player on the Blues. Thomas has fit the bill for years. Why change now?