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Blues sign goaltender to one-year extension

The St. Louis Blues have retained goaltending depth by signing netminder Will Cranley to a one-year, two-way contract extension, the team announced Monday through President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong.

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Murphys Hockey Law: Habs Interest In Thomas; Carle Still Very Happy In Denver

Here’s the latest Murphy’s Hockey Law presented by TCS Customs and Logistics: Will The Canadiens Pursue Robert Thomas Again? In their five-game Eastern Conference Final win over the Montreal Canadiens, the Carolina Hurricanes reminded the Canadiens that they still desperately need a No.

Will Cranley News / Daily Faceoff / June 1

Blues sign Will Cranley to one-year, two-way contract

The St. Louis Blues are keeping around a member of their organizational depth in net. On Monday, the team announced that they have re-signed goaltender Will Cranley to a one-year, two-way contract.

Will Cranley News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 1

Blues Sign Will Cranley To One-Year Extension

The St. Louis Blues have signed goaltender Will Cranley to a one-year, two-way contract extension. Cranley spent last season as the third-string netminder for the AHL’s Springfield Thunderbirds.

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St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / May 29

Standouts From the Springfield Thunderbirds’ Playoff Run: Ott, Romanov, and Dube

The St. Louis Blues‘ season ended on April 16. However, for their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds, their season was nowhere close to ending.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / May 27

5 Blues Prospects to Watch Next Season

The St. Louis Blues are continuing to build out a prospect pool that is not top-heavy but is becoming deeper and more well-rounded. There may not be a clear superstar at the top yet, but there is a growing group of players who are trending in the right direction and could play meaningful roles in the next phase of the team’s development.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / May 26

Blues’ defenseman Leo Lööf Returns to Finnish Liiga Side Ilves

Swedish defenseman Leo Lööf has left the St. Louis Blues organization after signing a two-year deal with Finnish Liiga side Ilves Tampere, where he will share the locker room with another Blues prospect, Czech forward Ondrej Kos.

St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 26

Leo Lööf Signing With Liiga Club Ilves

A St. Louis Blues prospect is taking his talents back to Scandinavia. As first reported by Mike Meyer of STL Sports Central, defenseman Leo Loof is signing a two-year contract with Ilves in Finland for the 2026-27 season.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / May 25

Blues have some tough decisions to make this offseason

The St. Louis Blues got into the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs and were mere seconds away from upsetting the Presidents’ Trophy-winning Winnipeg Jets in the first round.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL Trade Talk / May 23

Blues Looking to Move Up in the Draft, Big Trade On the Table

TSN’s Darren Dreger notes that the St. Louis Blues are a team to watch heading into the 2026 NHL Entry Draft. Why? Because there’s a sense they are keen to move up, and the San Jose Sharks might be open to trading down.

St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 23

Blues Trying To Move Up In 2026 NHL Draft

Three picks in the 2026 NHL Draft first round may not be rich enough for the St. Louis Blues. The club is putting concerted effort into trying to move up from their current standing at 11th-overall, TSN’s Darren Dreger shared on Hockey Sense with Andy Strickland.

Jordan Kyrou News / The Hockey Writers / May 22

Blues Need to Move on From Jordan Kyrou

Jordan Kyrou has never been a problem in the sense of effort or talent. The St. Louis Blues winger remains one of the most naturally gifted offensive players on the roster, with game-breaking speed and the ability to turn neutral-zone puck touches into high-danger chances in seconds.

Jordan Binnington News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 21

Breaking Down Possible Destinations For Jordan Binnington

The St. Louis Blues are no longer in win-now mode, but they have some promising young players in their NHL lineup and on the way up. However, one player who doesn’t figure into their future contention window is veteran goaltender Jordan Binnington.

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Jordan Kyrou News / The Hockey Writers / May 20

3 Trade Packages the Senators Could Put Together for Blues’ Jordan Kyrou

The Jordan Kyrou trade speculation has been going on for the last two years now, including a couple of months ago at the trade deadline, and the St. Louis Blues might have finally reached their breaking point with a move expected this offseason.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / May 19

3 Players the Blues Should Target With the 15th Pick in the 2026 NHL Draft

With three first-round picks at No. 11, No. 15, and a later first-rounder depending on where the Colorado Avalanche finish, the St. Louis Blues have a chance to upgrade their prospect pool even more in a single evening.

St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 17

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Robert Thomas News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Insider Reveals That Blues Turned Down Wild Trade Offer for Robert Thomas at the Deadline

The St. Louis Blues didn’t just receive calls about Robert Thomas at the trade deadline; they fielded a legitimate push that tested how highly they value their top-line center moving forward.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / May 15

Berube Rejoining the Blues as an Assistant Coach Could Be an Interesting Option

The NHL coaching carousel never truly stops, and when a coach like Craig Barbue becomes available, it immediately draws attention around the league. His departure from Toronto puts him back into the spotlight and naturally sparks speculation about what comes next.