Blues face backlash over Dillon Dube signing amid fan protests
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 2:03 AM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The St. Louis Blues are encountering a rising discontent from fans following the signing of forward Dillon Dube to a one-year, $850K contract. The signing has sparked controversy due to Dube's connection to the Hockey Canada scandal, leading to an online petition against him that has nearly reached 8,000 signatures. While some fans have begun cancelling their season tickets in protest, the Blues have increased advertising efforts to secure ticket sales. Plans for protests during upcoming training sessions could escalate the situation further, putting pressure on the organization. The team must navigate this turmoil while managing fan expectations.
- •Dube signed with the Blues after spending last season in the AHL.
- •An online petition against Dube's signing has gained considerable support.
- •Blues fans are cancelling season tickets in protest of the signing.
- •The Blues have increased advertising efforts amid the backlash.
- •Protests are planned for training camp in response to the signing.
- 2:03 AMYahoo Sports — Dillon Dube ‘Slap in the Face’ to Blues, Hockey Fans
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