Biggest Offseason Questions and Early Answers About the St. Louis Blues Roster Moves

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An extensive article for some off-season fodder.

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Biggest Offseason Questions and Early Answers About the St. Louis Blues Roster Moves

By Mike Meyer
Jul 8, 2025

The St. Louis Blues are at a pivotal juncture as they approach the heart of the 2025 offseason, with a roster poised for playoff contention but riddled with questions about its long-term direction.

Fresh off a season of strategic moves, including the acquisition of Logan Mailloux and the signing of Pius Suter, GM Doug Armstrong and the soon to be GM Alexander Steen faced challenges in addressing center depth, reshaping the defense, and integrating a deep prospect pool led by players like Dalibor Dvorsky.

Here, we break down the six biggest questions surrounding the roster and prospects, offering early insights into the team’s path toward the 2025-26 season.

Can Prospects Zach Dean, Nikita Alexandrov, Aleksanteri Kaskimäki, and Dalibor Dvorsky Secure NHL Roster Spots?

https://www.stlsportscentral.com/2025/0 ... -questions

[Backesdraft]

I like some of what Meyer has to say here but anyone pencilling Dean in for NHL time is probably going to be disappointed.

[dr0zombie]

I like some of what Meyer has to say here but anyone pencilling Dean in for NHL time is probably going to be disappointed.

I am right there with Dean. I would love for him to work out as a lot of people see him. If I look at this history and injuries he doesn't seem to be on track to be more than a part timer in the NHL. That said, It is always good to be wrong in this way with player development. So I hope to be wrong here.

[Harry York 37]

I like some of what Meyer has to say here but anyone pencilling Dean in for NHL time is probably going to be disappointed.

I am right there with Dean. I would love for him to work out as a lot of people see him. If I look at this history and injuries he doesn't seem to be on track to be more than a part timer in the NHL. That said, It is always good to be wrong in this way with player development. So I hope to be wrong here.

Dean has excellent all around skills, a high level of hockey sense, and a giant heart, He will play in the NHL.
He already had two giant shocks- getting traded almost as soon as he was drafted (by Vegas with their first round pick), and the move fom Juniors to playing against grown men.
He seems quite resilient, his brief but dynamic return from his injuries at the end of the T Bird Seaon, and in their plaoyoffs are concrete proof of that.

[Harry S Deals]

I like some of what Meyer has to say here but anyone pencilling Dean in for NHL time is probably going to be disappointed.

I am right there with Dean. I would love for him to work out as a lot of people see him. If I look at this history and injuries he doesn't seem to be on track to be more than a part timer in the NHL. That said, It is always good to be wrong in this way with player development. So I hope to be wrong here.

Dean has excellent all around skills, a high level of hockey sense, and a giant heart, He will play in the NHL.
He already had two giant shocks- getting traded almost as soon as he was drafted (by Vegas with their first round pick), and the move fom Juniors to playing against grown men.
He seems quite resilient, his brief but dynamic return from his injuries at the end of the T Bird Seaon, and in their plaoyoffs are concrete proof of that.

As Army always says, "cant make the club from the tub". Dean has to put together either a great camp or at least basically a full productive AHL season but i too have higher hopes given the tool box

[somni]

I like some of what Meyer has to say here but anyone pencilling Dean in for NHL time is probably going to be disappointed.

I am right there with Dean. I would love for him to work out as a lot of people see him. If I look at this history and injuries he doesn't seem to be on track to be more than a part timer in the NHL. That said, It is always good to be wrong in this way with player development. So I hope to be wrong here.

Well, he did play 9 games in the NHL in 23/24. Last year was unfortunately a set back with his injury. Hopefully the kid can put together a solid, and healthy, year. He has the talent and the drive. Just needs to put it together.