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The Blues cannot afford for Robert Thomas to have a slump season

The St. Louis Blues have started the 2026-27 season with a mediocre 1-2-1 record, second to last in the Central Division ahead of only the lowly Chicago Blackhawks (who the Blues lost to the other day).

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Pros and cons to Adam Jiricek getting top power-play time

The St. Louis Blues' power play has gotten off to an abysmal start this season, with one (1) power play goal in the early days of the 2026-27 campaign.

St. Louis Blues 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.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 10

Blues’ next month could reveal whether they’re for real or not

Conventional wisdom suggests that NHL teams have until Thanksgiving to determine if they’ll make the playoffs. That’s the runway the St. Louis Blues are looking at.

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St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 10

Three major keys for the Blues as they look to rebound against the Blue Jackets

The St. Louis Blues have lost another home-opener at the Enterprise Center, marking three straight seasons. This time, it went to overtime against the San Jose Sharks, but Darnell Nurse ended it, making it a 3-2 final.

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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.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / October 10

The Blues have two glaring weaknesses that are impossible to separate

St. Louis Blues fans entered this season with plenty of hope after the 2025-26 season. Dylan Holloway and Jimmy Snuggerud emerged as offensive stars after the trade deadline, and many believed they were about to take an even bigger step this season.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 10

Struggling Blues eager to ignite offense vs. Blue Jackets

The St. Louis Blues will look to halt a three-game losing streak when they host the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night. The Blues have hit sour notes following a 4-0 victory over the Dallas Stars in a season opener on Oct.

Jordan Binnington News / Bleedin' Blue / October 10

A perfect trade partner for Jordan Binnington might have just opened up

It is pretty evident that with the looming contract expiration of Jordan Binnington, the St. Louis Blues have a tough decision to make by the end of this current season.

Dalibor Dvorsky News / Bleedin' Blue / October 9

Dvorsky’s breakout season is unfolding right in front of our eyes

The St. Louis Blues fell off the wagon again against the San Jose Sharks, losing in overtime 3-2. Now at 1-2-1 through four games, they are in a bit of a bind at the start of the 2026-27 season. The first line continues to struggle, the second line is leading the way, but there is a diamond in the rough forming on that third line.

Jake Neighbours News / Bleedin' Blue / October 9

New Blues alternate captain Neighbours off to a slow start, leading to losing streak

The St. Louis Blues are off to yet another slow start to their season after Thursday's home opener loss to the San Jose Sharks. Much has been said about the top line's struggles to start the season, but a recently named assistant captain has also gone unnoticed through the first four games.

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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.

Mason Mctavish News / Bleedin' Blue / October 9

McTavish is throwing his hat in the 40-goal conversation

The St. Louis Blues made some incredible acquisitions before the start of the 2026-27 season. Both Mason McTavish and Connor McMichael have really taken in their new surroundings and made the best of them.

Jim Montgomery News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 9

Blues HC Jim Montgomery hits brutal offensive woes with hilarious ocean analogy

St. Louis Blues head coach Jim Montgomery pulled no punches when addressing his team’s scoring struggles after Thursday night’s 3-2 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks at Enterprise Center, using an amusing ocean comparison to describe their inability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

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NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 9

3 Blues that are on the hot seat after home-opening loss to Sharks, 3-2

The St. Louis Blues were unable to capture the second point, losing to the San Jose Sharks in overtime, 3-2, in their home opener. It was definitely a different game compared to the 5-0 blugeoning to the Minnesota Wild a season ago on opening night at the Enterprise Center, but the same kind of result.

NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 9

Winners and losers: Sharks take home opener in overtime

The St. Louis Blues fans packed the Enterprise Center for the 2026-27 home opener and did their job cheering and chanting their home team in hopes of a win after 60 minutes of play.

Mason Mctavish News / Bleedin' Blue / October 8

McTavish is making a solid case for first-line minutes

Prior to this 2026-27 season, the idea of the St. Louis Blues finding a comparable second-line center was a top priority. So, both current and former General

Colton Parayko News / Inside The Rink / October 8

Colton Parayko Set to Make Franchise History Tonight

Tonight, when the St. Louis Blues host the San Jose Sharks for their home opener, Blues’ defenseman Colton Parayko will make history. Parayko when tonight’s game begins will be playing in his 804th career NHL game.

Jonatan Berggren News / Bleedin' Blue / October 8

Berggren has been handed the keys to unlock his offensive game

The St. Louis Blues are handing forward Jonatan Berggren a premier opportunity to once again showcase his offensive talent as the 26-year-old is projected to start on the second line against the San Jose Sharks.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 7

Blues, Sharks meet after enduring rough performances

The St. Louis Blues hope a return home can spark the offense when the San Jose Sharks visit on Thursday. The Blues' season began with a three-game road trip, and the initial success of a 4-0 shutout over the Dallas Stars.

NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 7

1 winner and 2 painful losers of 4-2 loss to Chicago

This was a painful game to watch. The St. Louis Blues, who had every opportunity to get one-up on one of their biggest rivals, the Chicago Blackhawks, failed to do so, losing 4-2. Things started on the right note, with Mason McTavish continuing his impressive initial run.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 7

3 Takeaways From Blues’ 4-2 Loss to the Blackhawks

The St. Louis Blues fell 4-2 to the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night in Chicago’s home opener, making that their second straight loss. Mason McTavish gave the Blues an early lead, but Sam Rinzel and Anton Frondell scored in the second period to put the Blackhawks ahead.

Alexey Toropchenko News / Field Level Media / October 4

Blues F Alexey Toropchenko (upper-body injury) out at least 6 weeks

St. Louis Blues forward Alexey Toropchenko will miss at least six weeks because of an upper-body injury, the team announced on Sunday. Toropchenko, 27, sustained an apparent right shoulder injury in the season opener, a 4-0 win at the Dallas Stars on Friday.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / October 4

Blues Weekly Prospect Report: Dagenais and Korotky Among Prospects Heating Up

With the St. Louis Blues season underway, their prospects are also getting their seasons started across North America and overseas. Several players in the organization have already made strong early impressions with their respective teams, giving the Blues plenty to keep an eye on as the season progresses.

Alexey Toropchenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 4

Blues’ Alexey Toropchenko Out Six Weeks With Upper-Body Injury

October 4: Toropchenko will be sidelined until at least mid-November, as the Blues announced that his upper-body ailment will be re-evaluated in six weeks.

Alexey Toropchenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 3

Blues’ Alexey Toropchenko Out With Upper-Body Injury

The St. Louis Blues took a hit to the roster in Friday’s season opener. Depth winger Alexey Toropchenko sustained an upper-body injury that will force him out of the lineup.

Tyler Tucker News / Daily Faceoff / September 30

Blues’ Tyler Tucker to be re-evaluated in six weeks after knee surgery

A tough break for a young blueliner who has seemingly established himself as a full-time NHLer. On Wednesday, St. Louis Blues general manager Alex Steen announced that defenseman Tyler Tucker underwent successful knee surgery and will be re-evaluated in six weeks.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / September 28

Blues place Logan Mailloux, Tyler Tucker on injured reserve

The St. Louis Blues placed a pair of defensemen on the injured reserve list Monday as they continue to pare down their roster ahead of opening day. The Blues officially announced that Logan Mailloux will be re-evaluated in eight weeks after undergoing successful surgery on his right hand.