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St. Louis Blues’ Defensive Core Needs a Change

This season, the St. Louis Blues have never really struggled offensively, despite injuries to Robert Thomas and Jake Neighbours in October and November – and they have since returned to the lineup.

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Blues’ Jordan Binnington has already buried Jim Montgomery screaming match

The St Louis Blues are off to a rough start to the 2025-26 season, in part because of their goaltending. Jordan Binnington and Joel Hofer both have save percentages under .885, which is not enough to win games.

Jordan Binnington News / Inside The Rink / December 2

Is Jordan Binnington Becoming a Serious Problem for the Blues?

Jordan Binnington has been an inconsistent presence in net for the Blues this season, raising questions about his future with the team. Monday night against the Anaheim Ducks, Binnington faced just five shots but allowed two goals within the first ten minutes of the opening period.

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Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

NHL head coaches have to hire good assistants. They have to set an overarching philosophy, juggle lineup configurations, and do the kind of “man management” that is impossible to track statistically.

St. Louis Blues News / Breakaway on SI / December 2

Injury Bug Worsens for Already Battered Blues

The injury bug has taken hold of the St. Louis Blues. Every year, there are a few teams or players who are stricken with terrible injury luck, and according to the will of the hockey gods, the Blues are this year's unlucky recipient.

Nathan Walker News / Daily Faceoff / December 2

Blues place Nathan Walker on IR, out at least eight weeks

The St. Louis Blues announced on Tuesday morning that they have placed winger Nathan Walker on injured reserve, and that he will be re-evaluated in eight weeks after sustaining an upper-body injury.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 2

Blues acquire Akil Thomas from Kings in exchange for Nikita Alexandrov

The St. Louis Blues acquired forward Akil Thomas from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for forward Nikita Alexandrov, the team announced Tuesday. The 25-year-old Thomas had four goals and nine assists for 13 points in 19 games with the Kings’ AHL affiliate, the Ontario Reign.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 2

Kings and Blues Make Trade, Swap Forwards in 1-for-1 Deal

The Los Angeles Kings and St. Louis Blues completed a trade on Tuesday morning. St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced that the organization has acquired forward Akil Thomas from the Los Angeles Kings in exchange for forward Nikita Alexandrov.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / December 2

Jim Montgomery reveals why he pulled Jordan Binnington in Blues-Ducks

The St. Louis Blues considered backup goaltenderJoel Hofer the start between the pipes on Monday against the Anaheim Ducks at Enterprise Center in St. Louis, but ultimately went with the hot hand in Jordan Binnington.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 1

Ducks Chase Binnington, Beat Blues 4-1

On a snowy night in downtown St. Louis, the St. Louis Blues and Anaheim Ducks met for the first time this season. The Blues were wrapping up a three-game homestand while the Ducks wrapped up a two-game road trip.

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Jimmy Snuggerud News / Field Level Media / December 1

Blues F Jimmy Snuggerud (wrist) out at least 6 weeks

St. Louis Blues forward Jimmy Snuggerud is expected to miss up to six weeks to have surgery on his left wrist, the team announced on Monday. The Blues also said forward Alexey Toropchenko is week-to-week after he sustained scalding burns to his legs during an accident at home.

Jimmy Snuggerud News / Daily Faceoff / December 1

Blues’ Jimmy Snuggerud out following wrist surgery

One of the best youngsters in the game is going to miss some time. On Monday, St. Louis Blues general manager Doug Armstrong announced that forward Jimmy Snuggerud is going to be out of action after suffering a left-wrist injury that will require surgery.

Philip Broberg News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 1

No contract talks between Blues, Philip Broberg

While the 28th-ranked St. Louis Blues will likely move on from a few pending free agents leading up to this year’s trade deadline, there are a few they could look to extend for the right price.

St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / December 1

Blues’ Standouts of the Week: Holloway, Hofer, and a Clutch Penalty Kill

Thanksgiving week is behind us. The St. Louis Blues had a reasonably successful week, going 2-1-1 in four games. They won back-to-back games at home to wrap it up, including a third-period comeback on Friday afternoon.

NHL News / Field Level Media / November 30

Blues playing with better commitment while Ducks have question in net

The St. Louis Blues looked more like their old selves while winning back-to-back games at home. They held off the Ottawa Senators 4-3 Friday, then edged the Utah Mammoth 1-0 the next night.

St. Louis Blues News / Inside The Rink / December 1

St. Louis Blues Prospect Report (Nov. 30, 2025)

The 2024 first-round pick Adam Jiricek is continuing his point barrage for the Brantford Bulldogs in the OHL. The defenseman extended his point streak to 13 games — the longest by an OHL defenseman this season — after scoring a goal Friday and adding an assist Saturday.

Matthew Kessel News / The Hockey Writers / November 28

Blues Take the Victory 4-3 Over Senators, Thanks to Matthew Kessel’s Clutch Goal

The St. Louis Blues came away with the 4-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators at home in what was an intense Thanksgiving weekend matchup. It was also the first time the two teams played each other this season as part of a two-game season series.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / November 28

NHL Predictions: November 28th Ottawa Senators vs St. Louis Blues

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Predictions here at Last Word On Hockey! Everyday, we provide analysis, insights, and predictions for key games around the NHL.

NHL News / Yardbarker / November 26

Brady Tkachuk to make return to Senators in familiar location

Tkachuk's first game in well over a month will be on Friday.

Are the Senators Canada's best chance at a Stanley Cup this season?

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Alexandre Texier News / NHL on ClutchPoints / November 23

9 teams show interest in Alexandre Texier after waivers

Alexandre Texier’s time with the St. Louis Blues has come to an end. On Saturday, St. Louis placed the 26-year-old forward on unconditional waivers for the purpose of terminating his contract, a move that came one day after he cleared regular waivers and the team reassigned him to the AHL’s Springfield Thunderbirds.