St. Louis Blues: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Colton Parayko's role with the Blues is now in flux

Stanley Cup Champion. Olympian for Team Canada. Colton Parayko has had quite a career, all of it spent with the St. Louis Blues. Now 33 years old, the veteran defenseman is entering the twilight of his career--and his role with the Blues ought to shift accordingly.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

The Blues desperately need a bounce back season from Cam Fowler

In 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 Fowler and a fourth-round pick from the Anaheim Ducks on December 14, 2024, for a second-round pick and prospect Jérémie Biakabutuka, and the Ducks retained some of Fowler's salary.

Jordan Binnington News / Bleedin' Blue / August 28

Jordan Binnington can prove he's still got it in final year of contract with the Blues

It 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-overall draft pick than a championship.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / August 28

Blues prospect collapsed during ‘military-style workout’ at ASU

More details have come out regarding a scary incident in the desert. According to Katie Strang and Adam Kilgore of The Athletic, St. Louis Blues prospect and Arizona State University defenseman Matthew Mayich collapsed during an offseason workout last Thursday, sending him to the hospital.

Logan Mailloux News / The Hockey Writers / August 28

Logan Mailloux Has One Season to Prove His Future With Blues

Logan Mailloux enters the 2026-27 season with a final opportunity to prove he can become a long-term piece for the St. Louis Blues. The 23-year-old defenseman recently signed a one-year, one-way contract worth $850,000, giving him another season to show the organization that he can turn his potential into consistent NHL play.

Alexey Toropchenko News / Bleedin' Blue / August 28

Blues' Toropchenko has his security, now has to hold his spot

Every successful NHL roster needs players who are willing to do the dirty work. Over the past few seasons, Alexey Toropchenko has made that role his with the St.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The best and worst NHL free agency deals since 2000

The NHL has had an interesting new millennium. It was a league sans a salary cap when the 2000s started… and then the owners locked the players out for an entire season.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 28

Four under-the-radar PTO candidates for NHL teams to consider

We’re almost into the month of September, and in the NHL, that usually means two things: training camps are around the corner, and PTO season is about to begin in earnest.

Six potential trade destinations for Jets goalie Connor Hellebuyck

Will Auston Matthews find a second gear later in his career?

Chris Pronger believes NHLers should have more control over their careers

Top Vezina Trophy candidates for 2026

Ranking the Western Conference's biggest winners this summer

Ranking the Eastern Conference's biggest winners this summer

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / August 27

McTavish and McMichael adaptability could define the 2026-27 season

The 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 it, as it has really come down to four names, with the top line of Robert Thomas, Dylan Holloway and Jimmy Snuggerud already established.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / August 26

Ranking the Western Conference's biggest winners this summer

In the final instalment of this summer mini-series, we finish off with the biggest off-season winners from the Western Conference. Who made the cut? Let’s jump right into it.

Ranking the Eastern Conference's biggest winners this summer

Joel Hofer News / The Hockey Writers / August 25

A Long-Term Contract Awaits Joel Hofer and the Blues

Joel Hofer took over the starting goaltender’s job for the St. Louis Blues last season. As Jordan Binnington struggled, Hofer took advantage of the opportunity and claimed the number-one role for himself.

St. Louis Blues News / Professor Press Box / August 25

Jonathan Drouin Has Had a Complicated Hockey Life

There is a reason Jonathan Drouin's name still catches my attention when it comes up. Recently, I saw some discussion about him being a potential PTO for several teams.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / August 24

The Blues Have Plenty of Options at Center After a Busy Offseason

The St. Louis Blues made improving the center position one of the biggest priorities of their offseason, and their moves have given them considerably more flexibility heading into the 2026-27 season.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The defining figure for every NHL franchise

People will talk about the “Mount Rushmore” for a franchise, which is to say the four people, usually four players, that most define the franchise. Not always the four-best players, but the four that evoke the essence of the franchise.

NHL News / Professor Press Box / August 22

Jonathan Drouin Might Be Worth One More Look in Toronto

I first learned a little about Jonathan Drouin because of a young hockey player. A few years ago, I asked a friend's son, who was playing hockey at the time, about his favourite player.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / August 18

Blues’ glaring roster flaw that must be fixed before 2026-27 NHL season

The St. Louis Blues did not make the playoffs in 2026. St. Louis had a good second half of the season. Unfortunately, this meant little as the team was one of the worst first-half clubs in the NHL.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / August 4

Blues Remain Interested in Trade for Hurricanes Stud Defenseman

The St. Louis Blues have added plenty of young talent this offseason, and they’re reportedly still pursuing another piece on the left side of their blue line: Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin.

Robert Thomas News / The Lead / August 3

Robert Thomas Should Be Clear Captain Choice for Blues

There are currently 10 vacant captain positions across the NHL. One team, the St. Louis Blues, may not be in a rush to name one. In a recent episode of the “Cam and Strick Podcast,” insider Andy Strickland said the St.

Alexander Nikishin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 28

St. Louis Blues Interested In Alexander Nikishin

In a recent mailbag, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reported that the St. Louis Blues have expressed interest in Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin.

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Blues lock up Connor McMichael with a six-year deal

The St. Louis Blues haven't have a chance to watch McMichael suit up in uniform during the regular season, but the team's management already knows this much: It wasn't about to let him sniff free agency.

Blues re-sign F Oskar Sundqvist to 1-year contract

The ''EA NHL,'' covers since 2000' quiz

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 4

NHL teams are finally realizing offer sheets are a viable (and smart) strategy

NHL general managers are finally starting to realize restricted free agency is not only a viable strategy, it might also be one of the best options teams can have in finding impact talent.

Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is one of NHL's boldest moves in years

Maple Leafs GM John Chayka open to more 'difference-maker' trades

Three captivating NHL unrestricted free agents available on the market

Five worst signings from first day of 2026 NHL free agency

Five best signings from first day of 2026 NHL free agency

NHL News / Yardbarker / July 4

Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is bold

Flyers' offer sheet for Leo Carlsson is one of NHL's boldest moves in years

The Philadelphia Flyers sent shockwaves through the NHL on Friday afternoon when they announced that they signed Anaheim Ducks restricted free agent Leo Carlsson to a five-year offer sheet.

Alexander Ovechkin agrees to return to Capitals for 22nd season

What should the Capitals expect out of Ovechkin this season?

Stars captain Jamie Benn returning for 18th season

Five best signings from first day of 2026 NHL free agency

...and the five worst signings

Captivating NHL unrestricted free agents available on the market

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 5