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Robert Thomas might have just gotten the much-needed kickstart for his 2026-27 season

The St. Louis Blues narrowly staged a late-game comeback against the Minnesota Wild on October 15, losing 5-4. A lot went down in that game, but there

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Wallstedt takes issue with Hofer's hit on Wild's star player

The St. Louis Blues dropped last night's game against the Minnesota Wild 5-4, though they did make it interesting late in the third to bring it within one.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 16

A Blues legend just signed with a division rival

In an effort to shore up their forward depth while they're dealing with injuries (particularly Matt Duchene, who's on Long-Term Injured Reserve), the Dallas Stars signed forward David Perron to a one-year, $850,000 AAV contract.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 16

The Kyrou/McMichael swap is already working out for the Blues

The St. Louis Blues made a couple of moves this offseason that have really had an impact on the young season. Both of the “McDouble” trades have flourished, and one of them might already have a clear winner. Connor McMichael is off to a great start this season, as he was the big return in moving Jordan Kyrou to Washington.

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St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 16

Blues struggles against top central teams continue with loss to Wild, 5-4

Entering this season, expectations for the St. Louis Blues were to push for the playoffs and compete for one of the two Western Conference wild-card spots.

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The biggest draft bust for every NHL team

People love a good mid-round draft pick that pans out, and in the NHL you used to see those fairly often, but that’s obviously partially luck. If the Red Wings thought Nicklas Lidstrom was going to become a top-five defenseman in history, they wouldn’t have waited until the 53rd pick to take him.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 16

3 Takeaways From the Blues’ 5-4 Loss to the Wild

The St. Louis Blues‘ two-game winning streak came to an end Thursday night with a 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Jonatan Berggren, Mason McTavish, Robert Thomas and Dylan Holloway scored for the Blues, while Matt Boldy recorded a hat trick and Danila Yurov and Kirill Kaprizov also scored for Minnesota.

St. Louis Blues News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Horrified parents watch son fight in NHL debut for Blues

St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Peterson dropped the gloves late in the third period of his NHL debut on Tuesday, exchanging punches with Ottawa Senators rookie defenseman Jorian Donovan as his parents watched from seats near the glass at Canadian Tire Centre.

NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 16

2 winners and 2 losers from Blues near late-rally against Wild, losing 5-4

The St. Louis Blues traveled back into the United States following their 7-2 masterclass of a win over Ottawa earlier this week, and now faced a tough Minnesota Wild squad.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 15

6 surprises through the first 6 games of the 2026-27 season

Six games into the 2026-27 season, the St. Louis Blues are 3-21 with seven of a possible 12 points, sitting at a .583 points percentage that sits just above the league average of .551.

Dylan Peterson News / Bleedin' Blue / October 15

Dylan Peterson gives Blues' fourth line the spark it was missing

St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery prides himself on a dominant, high-energy fourth line. A hard-working and heavy-checking group that he can put out on the ice in any situation to try to tilt the momentum back into the Blues' favor.

Logan Mailloux News / Bleedin' Blue / October 15

The expendability of Blues' Logan Mailloux

The St. Louis Blues started the season plagued by injuries to multiple players. Beginning with Tyler Tucker, eventually followed by the loss of Alexey Toropchenko and Dillon Dube.

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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 / Field Level Media / October 15

Blues bring high-powered attack into clash with Wild

The St. Louis Blues look to continue their recent offensive surge when they face the Minnesota Wild in a Central Division matchup Thursday night in Saint Paul, Minn.

Mason Mctavish News / Bleedin' Blue / October 14

The McTavish trade is looking like a potential steal

We're six games into the 2026-27 season, and the St. Louis Blues' flurry of offseason activity is already paying off. They're sporting a 3-2-1 record, good for seven points in the standings, and nipping at the heels of the Colorado Avalanche for fourth in the Central Division.

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NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 14

Five winners and one consistent loser in Blues destruction of Ottawa, 7-2

The St. Louis Blues took care of business against the Ottawa Senators in the first of three games on the road this week. In a complete team effort, they destroyed them on home ice, 7-2.

Otto Stenberg News / Bleedin' Blue / October 14

Blues injuries should lead to Otto Stenberg getting a real shot at NHL

The St. Louis Blues are going through a major test of their forward depth. While the club has been fortunate to avoid losing any of its top-six forwards, the losses of Alexei Toropchenko and Dillon Dube have opened spots in the bottom six.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 14

The NHL's early-season breakout players in 2026-27

While established superstars continue to dominate the headlines, a handful of former first-round picks are beginning to take significant steps forward in their development.

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NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 14

3 Takeaways From Blues’ 7-2 Win Over Senators

The St. Louis Blues faced the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday, looking for a second straight win. Pius Suter, Mason McTavish, and Jake Neighbors scored three goals as the Blues cruised to a 7-2 win.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 14

The Blues have found their reliable secondary scoring

For years, the St. Louis Blues have continued to chase sustainable secondary scoring in their quest to return to the postseason. With a lack of depth, it has left them overly reliant on a handful of their top-line producers, and it has cost them a playoff berth on multiple occasions.

St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / October 13

Pius Suter, Mason McTavish help Blues wallop Senators 7-2

Pius Suter and Mason McTavish each had two goals and an assist in the St. Louis Blues' 7-2 win over the host Ottawa Senators on Tuesday night. Jake Neighbours scored twice and defenseman Adam Jiricek got his first career goal for the Blues, who won their second straight.

Mason Mctavish News / The Lead / October 13

Mason McTavish Has Nailed His First Impression in St. Louis

The 2026-27 season hasn’t started perfectly for the St. Louis Blues, but early returns on their biggest offseason move make this team look promising. A first impression is a lasting one, and Mason McTavish has already endeared himself to Blues fans.

St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / October 13

Blues prospect Dylan Peterson to make NHL debut in Ottawa

St. Louis center Dylan Peterson is scheduled to make his NHL debut Tuesday night when the Blues visit the Ottawa Senators. Peterson, 24, will be playing in familiar territory after being recalled from AHL Springfield on Saturday.

St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 11

Blues Recall Dylan Peterson, Place Dillon Dube On IR

With Dillon Dube out for at least two months due to a neck injury, it was only a matter of time before the Blues brought someone up to take his place. That move was made rather quickly as the team announced yesterday that they’ve placed Dube on IR and recalled forward Dylan Peterson from AHL Springfield.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / October 11

Blues’ Standouts of the Week: McTavish, McMichael, and the Top Line

The St. Louis Blues just completed their first full week of the 2026-27 season. The team went 1-1-1. After losses against the Chicago Blackhawks and San Jose Sharks, the Blues ended the week with a victory, beating the Columbus Blue Jackets, 5-3.

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 11

Who should back up Rangers' Garand following Shesterkin injury?

Who should back up Rangers goalie Dylan Garand following Igor Shesterkin injury?

The Rangers desperately need at least one more veteran netminder in the bullpen.

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Dillon Dube News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 10

Dillon Dube Out At Least Eight Weeks

The Blues will be down one of their depth forwards for the foreseeable future. The team announced today that Dillon Dube will miss at least eight weeks due to a neck injury sustained on Thursday night. Notably, the press release indicated that Dube will be re-evaluated at that time, suggesting the absence could be longer.