Brayden Schenn speculation will only increase if Blues continue to struggle
fourth period: The St. Louis Blues currently sit at the bottom of the standings and trade speculation will increase if they continue to struggle. Forward Brayden Schenn, 34, is already drawing interest.
He has two years and $6.5 million left on the salary cap and a 15-team non-trade list. He can play center or wing and will draw interest from some contending teams.
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“I think Schenn is a guy that we’re going to hear his name a lot more later in the season, especially if they can’t have a consistent performance here and get back into shape — which I know is close, and I know it’s early — but to really be part of the playoff conversation in December,” Pagnotta said. “Otherwise, like I said, you’re going to hear Schenn’s name a lot more.”
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Schenn was also rumored last season, with general manager Doug Armstrong asking a very high price for him. The Toronto Maple Leafs, Ottawa Senators or New Jersey Devils could be among the teams interested.
Frank Seravalli: The St. Louis Blues are off to a rough start to the season. GM Doug Armstrong has let the team know they are “open for business.” Jordan Kyrou was scratched and healthy Thursday night. Brayden Schenn was heavily rumored last season, but he has a no-move clause. Now, that’s a 15-team no-trade clause.
** Transcribed by NHLRumors.com
Host: “What the hell is going on in St. Louis and are we going to see a roster change anytime soon?
Serravalli: “We can Andy. With slipping to the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the St. Louis Blues definitely want to send a message, the kind of message you get when you sit back and watch a 27-year-old veteran sign Jordan Kyrou to a $65 million contract.
Speaking of teams calling general manager Doug Armstrong because the Blues have been struggling, the message is the Blues are open for business. Brayden Schenn is certainly a name to keep an eye on between now and the March trade deadline.
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We know that in this weak center market, Schenn was almost traded during last year’s trade deadline season, but Schenn, who had a no-trade clause at the time, wanted to stay, and the Blues successfully entered the playoffs. This time around, Schenn makes the case for a 15-team no-trade, and it’s certainly a name to keep an eye on as Doug Armstrong isn’t one to sit still and will certainly be as aggressive as ever.
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