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Breaking down the Blues' replacement options in Toropchenko's absence

The St. Louis Blues announced Sunday afternoon that forward Alexei Toropchenko, will be re-evaluated in six weeks with an upper-body injury. The Russian forward's injury marks the third long-term absence of the season with only two regular season games played.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / October 4

Blues’ Alexey Toropchenko to Miss Next 6 Weeks

The St. Louis Blues announced on Sunday afternoon that forward Alexey Toropchenko sustained an upper-body injury during Friday’s game against the Dallas Stars.

Jordan Binnington News / Bleedin' Blue / October 4

Jordan Binnington’s rough night raises new questions for Blues

So, Jordan Binnington had a rough outing against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday night. That statement is like saying water is wet. The two egregious miscues by the St.

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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.

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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 / The Hockey Writers / October 4

Blues’ Standouts of the Week: Hofer, Dvorsky, and Suter

It is time for our first look at the St. Louis Blues’ standouts of the week. The team played only two games, shutting out the Dallas Stars on Friday and losing a tough one Saturday against the Colorado Avalanche.

NHL News / Bleedin' Blue / October 4

Three stars of the first week of the 2026-27 Blues season

The St. Louis Blues got a bit of a later start than the rest of the NHL, but also had to endure a back-to-back to start the season. Splitting it up with

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 4

3 Takeaways From Blues’ 6-1 Loss to the Avalanche

After an outstanding win to open the season on Friday, the St. Louis Blues hoped for a repeat performance against the Colorado Avalanche. Unfortunately, the team got a taste of reality, losing 6-1 to their rivals.

Justin Carbonneau News / Bleedin' Blue / October 4

First night, first goal: Carbonneau starts his Springfield season on the right note

Justin Carbonneau did not waste any time to announce himself in the AHL. Three minutes and 11 seconds into the Springfield Thunderbirds' 2026-27 opener, the St.

Mason Mctavish News / Bleedin' Blue / October 3

McTavish wastes no time making his mark with the Blues

The St. Louis Blues kicked off their 2026-27 season with a statement road win over the Dallas Stars: Joel Hofer made a 25-save shutout, the depth players stepped up, and the youngsters made their presence known.

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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.

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Montgomery continues to have high praise for the debuting defenseman, Jiricek, lifting his expectations even higher

This was the scene in Dallas prior to the opening game of the season for both teams. The St. Louis Blues youngest defenseman, Adam Jiricek, finally made his NHL debut way ahead of schedule due to injuries on the blue line.

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.

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Brandon Carlo News / Bleedin' Blue / October 3

Carlo suspension is the last thing Blues need right now

The St. Louis Blues could be facing the possibility of a Brandon Carlo suspension. The team’s first-year defenseman faced plenty of scrutiny following the knee-on-knee collision in Friday night’s 4-0 win over the rival Dallas Stars.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 3

Blues eager to extend strong start in clash vs. Avalanche

The St. Louis Blues have started slowly in each of the past four seasons, but maybe this one will be different. The Blues made a strong start on Friday, defeating the Dallas Stars 4-0 in the season opener.

Alexey Toropchenko News / Bleedin' Blue / October 3

Toropchenko’s injury might pave the way for preseason standout

The St. Louis Blues have already suffered two big losses, with Logan Mailloux and Tyler Tucker heading to the Injured Reserve earlier this week. Now, during the 4-0 victory over Dallas in game one of 84, another one bites the dust. Alexey Toropchenko was sandwiched between Stars players Lian Bechsel and Tyler Seguin and went down awkwardly.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / October 3

3 Takeaways From Blues’ 4-0 Win Over Stars in Season Opener

The St. Louis Blues are 1-0-0 to start the 2026-27 season after shutting out the Dallas Stars 4-0 in their home opener. Mason McTavish opened the scoring early in his Blues debut before Dalibor Dvorsky doubled the lead in the second period.

Joel Hofer News / Field Level Media / October 3

Joel Hofer, Blues start season with shutout win over Stars

Joel Hofer made 25 saves for his ninth career shutout and contributed an assist as the visiting St. Louis Blues beat the Dallas Stars 4-0 on Friday in the season opener for both teams.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / October 3

Blues’ Alexey Toropchenko leaves game with injury, Brandon Carlo ejected

The St. Louis Blues announced on social media that forward Alexey Toropchenko left Friday’s game against the Dallas Stars with an undisclosed injury. The injury appeared to occur during the second period after Toropchenko helped break up a Stars scoring chance.

Alexey Toropchenko News / The Hockey Writers / October 2

Alexey Toropchenko Injured In Blues’ Season Opener

The last thing the St. Louis Blues wanted to see to open the 2026-27 season was the injury bug. Not even two periods into the new season, and it has bitten.

St. Louis Blues News / Inside The Rink / October 2

AHL: Springfield Thunderbirds Announce Opening Night Roster

The Springfield Thunderbirds begin their 2026-27 season on the road tomorrow night against the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins. They then play the Providence Bruins on Sunday before they open their home schedule next Saturday against the Laval Rocket.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / October 2

St. Louis Blues vs. Dallas Stars: Preview, start time

The St. Louis Blues and Dallas Stars begin their 2026-27 NHL seasons with a Central Division showdown Friday night in Dallas. There will be no easing into the new season for either team.

Matthew Mayich News / Field Level Media / September 30

Arizona State coach placed on leave amid probe into player's collapse

Arizona State hockey coach Greg Powers has been placed on paid administrative leave Wednesday, two days after seven members of the team asked the university to remove him pending an investigation into the collapse of defenseman Matthew Mayich.

Tyler Tucker News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 30

Blues’ Tyler Tucker Undergoes Knee Surgery

09/30/2026: Just two days after their announcement that Mailloux underwent surgery and would be re-evaluated in eight weeks, the Blues also issued an update detailing the full extent of Tucker’s injury.

St. Louis Blues News / Inside The Rink / September 28

St. Louis Blues Get Tough News on Two Defensemen Ahead of Season Opener

The St. Louis Blues will begin the 2026-27 season on Friday night against the Stars in Dallas. They will do so without two key pieces on the blueline. Today Alex Steen said Tyler Tucker is week-to-week and will get a second opinion on his knee.

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.