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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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Blues’ Jake Neighbours Can Still Bounce Back Regardless of Role

After recording a career-high 46 points in 2024-25, Jake Neighbours took a noticeable step backward in 2025-26. He recorded just 15 goals and 36 points.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / September 9

Leadership and lineups in looming contract year for Jake Neighbours

Jake Neighbours is entering into what is possibly the most important season of his young career. Heading into the final season of his contract before becoming a restricted free agent (RFA), the 24-year-old winger finds himself in an interesting spot with the St.

St. Louis Blues News / Bleedin' Blue / September 6

St. Louis Blues top 5 left wing prospects heading into 206-27

With the St. Louis Blues' left side on the younger side of the roster, Dylan Holloway (24), Jake Neighbours (24), and recently acquired forward Connor McMichael (25) could all be holding down the left wing for easily the next five seasons.

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St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / August 18

The Blues May Have Their Future Captain in Jake Neighbours

If the St. Louis Blues decide to name a captain before the 2026-27 season, Robert Thomas should be the favorite. He has established himself as one of the team’s best leaders and has been a key part of the organization for several seasons.

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

Jake Neighbours Leaves Game With Injury

In the first period of the St. Louis Blues vs. Dallas Stars game on Tuesday, Blues forward Jake Neighbours left the game after blocking a wrist shot from Stars defenseman Esa Lindell and did not return.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / December 20

Jake Neighbours’ 2-Goal Game Helps Blues in 6-2 Victory Over the Panthers

For the first time this season, the St. Louis Blues and Florida Panthers faced each other as part of a two-game season series. The Blues defeated the Panthers 6-2.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / December 15

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St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / December 8

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

Another week has gone by. Another is upon us. You know what that means? It is time to identify the three St. Louis Blues players who stood out over the last seven days.

St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / December 6

Jake Neighbours, Joel Hofer star in Blues' win vs. Senators

Jake Neighbours scored twice as the visiting St. Louis Blues held off the Ottawa Senators 2-1 on Saturday night. Joel Hofer made 41 saves and the Blues killed off six penalties while snapping a two-game losing streak.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / November 20

Blues activate Jake Neighbours from injured reserve, will return vs. Flyers

The St. Louis Blues announced Thursday that forward Jake Neighbours has been activated from injured reserve. Neighbours will be in the lineup for the Blues’ Thursday game against the Philadelphia Flyers, according to NHL.com reporter Adam Kimelman.

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St. Louis Blues News / The Hockey Writers / November 18

Jake Neighbours’ Looming Return Creates Lineup Questions for the Blues

The St. Louis Blues are hoping to have forward Jake Neighbours back at some point on this five-game road trip. The struggling team will welcome the 23-year-old’s return.

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Jake Neighbours’ Injury Is Firing up the Blues

The St. Louis Blues were in a desperate situation after their top scorer, Jake Neighbours, suffered a leg injury on Oct. 28 against the Detroit Red Wings.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 28

Blues dealt brutal Jake Neighbours injury blow

The St. Louis Blues are having a rough journey in the 2025-26 NHL regular season, and injuries are adding to the team’s headaches. The Blues, who are already without star center Robert Thomas, will also have to continue with their season sans key forward Jake Neighbours in the next several weeks.

St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / October 28

Blues F Jake Neighbours (leg) out minimum of 5 weeks

A right leg injury will keep St. Louis Blues leading goal scorer Jake Neighbours out of action for more than a month. Neighbours, 23, was placed on injured reserve Tuesday after suffering the injury in Saturday's 6-4 road loss to the Detroit Red Wings.

St. Louis Blues News / Field Level Media / October 11

Jake Neighbours' 2 goals help Blues take down Flames

Calgary native Jake Neighbours scored two goals and Joel Hofer made 27 saves, lifting the visiting St. Louis Blues to a 4-2 victory over the Flames on Saturday.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL Rumors / October 23, 2024

St. Louis Blues extend Jake Neighbours on two-year deal

Jeremy Rutherford: The St. Louis Blue have extended forward Jake Neighbours to a two-year contract with a $3.75 million cap hit. Puck Pedia: Salary breakdown.

St. Louis Blues News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 22, 2024

Blues sign Jake Neighbours to 2-year contract extension

The St. Louis Blues are off to a nice start to the 2024-25 season. And the team has received major contributions from their younger players. Blues defenseman Philip Broberg is off to a historic start in his first year in St.

St. Louis Blues News / Daily Faceoff / October 22, 2024

Blues sign Jake Neighbours to two-year contract extension

St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today that the club has signed Jake Neighbours to a two-year, $3.75 million AAV contract extension.

St. Louis Blues News / St. Louis Blues on SI / March 16, 2024

Blues player to watch vs. Wild: Jake Neighbours

Jake Neighbours continues to play an important role for the St. Louis Blues. In his second full season in the NHL, Neighbours has likely exceeded his expectations with 21 goals on the season, including one against the Minnesota Wild, tonight's opponent in a crucial late-season matchup.

NHL News / Yardbarker / February 17, 2024

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Blues player of the game vs. Oilers: Jake Neighbours

The St. Louis Blues didn't feel like they had to peel any paint off the walls. There wasn't a sense of panic. Blues player of the game vs. Oilers: Jake Neighbours (1:43) "We honestly weren't that frustrated with our first period," Blues forward Jake Neighbours said.