St. Louis Blues explore trade options as 2026 NHL draft approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
As the St. Louis Blues prepare for the 2026 NHL Draft, they find themselves in a challenging position, finishing fifth in the Central Division for the third consecutive year and missing the playoffs again. Current GM Doug Armstrong may consider trading veteran players to improve their draft positioning, as they hold the 11th, 15th, and 29th overall picks. The Blues are rumored to be open to trading forwards Jordan Kyrou and Robert Thomas, with varying potential returns based on their recent performances. Enhancing their draft position is seen as critical for building a competitive team in the Central Division moving forward.
- •Blues finished fifth in the Central Division and missed playoffs again.
- •Team holds three first-round picks in the upcoming NHL draft.
- •Rumors suggest Kyrou and Thomas could be traded for better draft positioning.
- •Alex Steen is set to take over GM duties from Doug Armstrong.
- •Trading up in the draft is seen as crucial for the Blues' long-term success.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Trade a veteran? Move up in the draft? How can the St. Louis Blues make a splash?
"If one thing is for certain, it’s that the St. Louis Blues are a bit stuck in the “mushy middle.” With plenty of young talent and effective veterans, the Blues lack high-end talent to make the team a true contender. What can they do to change? Trade a veteran? Move up in the NHL draft?
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