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Are the Blues or Wild off to a more concerning start?

We’re nearly three weeks into the 2025-26 NHL regular season, and so far, the St. Louis Blues and Minnesota Wild have come out of the gates slowly. Both teams were in the playoffs last spring, yet through 18 combined games, the Blues and Wild have a total of six wins.

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St. Louis Blues News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

St. Louis Blues Missing Two Forwards for Pittsburgh Game

The St. Louis Blues will be short-handed for their game Monday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Robert Thomas was injured in the team’s loss Saturday to the Detroit Red Wings.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / October 27

Blues’ Robert Thomas, Jake Neighbours out day-to-day

A couple of key members of the St. Louis Blues are going to be out of action on Monday night. When speaking to the media, head coach Jim Montgomery revealed that forwards Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours will not be in the lineup when the Blues take on the Pittsburgh Penguins, and both are considered day-to-day.

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Robert Thomas News / Daily Faceoff / October 25

Blues’ Robert Thomas leaves loss to Red Wings with upper-body injury

As if the St. Louis Blues’ collapse against the rival Detroit Red Wings wasn’t bad enough, the Blues lost star center Robert Thomas to injury early in the third period of the 6-4 defeat on Saturday.

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St. Louis Blues News / Inside The Rink / October 25

Binnington vs. Hofer: Who Should Start for the Blues?

The St. Louis Blues have struggled to find consistency early in the 2025–26 season, with much of the discussion centered on their goalie rotation. Head coach Jim Montgomery has divided starts between veteran Jordan Binnington and young Joel Hofer, aiming to balance steady play while giving Hofer a chance to develop.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 25

NHL Predictions: October 25 St. Louis Blues at Detroit Red Wings

Welcome to NHL Predictions! The weekend is here. Fall is here as well, and it certainly feels that way in some places. As you are getting those Halloween decorations put up, carving those pumpkins, or maybe even putting up a Christmas Tree (Last Word does not judge), we invite you to take a break and join us for some predictions.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 23

NHL Predictions: October 23rd St. Louis Blues vs. Utah Mammoth

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day, our writers here at Last Word On Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 22

Blues search for consistency vs. surging Mammoth

The St. Louis Blues started their four-game homestand by earning three of a possible six points in games against the Chicago Blackhawks, Dallas Stars and Los Angeles Kings.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / October 22

3 Blues Who Are Carrying St. Louis’ Entire Roster This Season

The St. Louis Blues are now six games into the regular season and are trying to build a winning record and move higher in the standings. They are currently fifth in the Central Division.

Jim Montgomery News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 22

Blues’ Jim Montgomery gives harsh review of loss to Kings

On Tuesday night, the St. Louis Blues faced a Los Angeles Kings team that was “in a funk.” The funk may have been passed on to a new team as the Blues lost 2-1 in overtime.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / October 21

NHL Predictions: October 21 St. Louis Blues Vs. Los Angeles Kings

Welcome back to another NHL Predictions! Each day, our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 20

Blues put revitalized defense up against sputtering Kings

The St. Louis Blues reestablished their team defense to get a four-game homestand back on track. The Los Angeles Kings have embarked on a five-game road swing in search of last season's form.

St. Louis Blues News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

Oskar Sundqvist and Alexey Toropchenko Injury Updates

On Monday, the St. Louis Blues held practice in preparation for Tuesday’s game against the Los Angeles Kings. Updates were given during practice regarding the health and availability of forwards Oskar Sundqvist and Alexey Toropchenko.

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St. Louis Blues News / NHL Rumors / October 20

NHL Rumors: Dylan Holloway, Philip Broberg, and Mike Matheson

Jeremy Rutherford and Dom Luszczyszyn of The Athletic: Yes, the time has come to talk about potential contract extensions. This time, they involve Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg.

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

St. Louis Blues May Have Found the Right Line Chemistry

The St. Louis Blues can settle into the season and tinker with the lineup after five games, including a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Monday (Oct.

NHL News / Field Level Media / October 18

Blues reverse early-season home woes with win vs. Stars

Jordan Kyrou, Jimmy Snuggerud and Pius Suter scored as the St. Louis Blues defeated the visiting Dallas Stars 3-1 on Saturday night. After getting outscored 13-3 while losing their first two home games, the Blues tightened up their defensive play and allowed the Stars to put just 19 shots on goal.

Brayden Schenn News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Brayden Schenn Had Something to Say About Blues Goalies After Loss to Blackhawks

Just when it looked like the St. Louis Blues had gotten their groove back after bouncing back from a season-opening loss to the Minnesota Wild with back-to-back road wins over the Calgary Flames and the Vancouver Canucks, Brayden Schenn and company hit a brick wall on Wednesday in the form of the Chicago Blackhawks.

Jimmy Snuggerud News / Daily Faceoff / October 14

Jimmy Snuggerud is giving the Blues another offensive weapon

The St. Louis Blues are 2-1-0 to start the 2025-26 regular season, with wins over the Calgary Flames and Vancouver Canucks. The team has seen production from several players, including Jake Neighbours’ three goals, Nathan Walker and Pavel Buchnevich each with two assists, and Robert Thomas scoring a goal and assist of his own.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 14

Brayden Schenn’s ‘elite’ praise for Blues rookie after Canucks win

The St. Louis Blues are looking to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again this season. It’s certainly way too early to begin crowning playoff contenders.

St. Louis Blues News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 7

Blues' Oskar Sundqvist out week-to-week

Blues forward Oskar Sundqvist has been given a week-to-week designation with a lower-body injury ahead of their season opener on Thursday, general manager Doug Armstrong told reporters (including Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic).

St. Louis Blues News / Breakaway on SI / October 6

Three Reasons Blues Will Miss Postseason

The St. Louis Blues were so fun to watch last season. They played at an incredibly quick pace and found success playing that way all over the ice. Now, the challenge begins again as the Blues try to repeat the effort that landed them in the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL Trade Talk / September 28

Reactions Vary as Cam Fowler Signs 3-Year Extension with St. Louis Blues

The St. Louis Blues are keeping one of their most reliable defenders in the fold. On Saturday, the team announced that Cam Fowler has signed a three-year, $18.3 million contract extension ($6.1M AAV).

Justin Carbonneau News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 10

Blues sign 2025 first-round pick in latest roster moves

The St. Louis Blues have signed 2025 first-round pick Justin Carbonneau to his entry-level contract. The team also announced they’ve signed 2023 seventh-round pick Nikita Susuev to his entry-level deal.

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