With the St. Louis Blues stuck near the bottom of the Western Conference standings and little indication that a turnaround is on the horizon, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see general manager Doug Armstrong look to shake things up before the NHL Trade Deadline. And when it comes to potential trade chips, one name that stands out is Brayden Schenn.
Now 34 years old, Schenn isn’t the same player who helped lead the Blues to their first Stanley Cup in 2019-but he’s still got plenty left in the tank. He’s the kind of veteran presence that playoff-bound teams crave: battle-tested, physical, and unafraid to go to the dirty areas of the ice. Schenn brings a level of grit and leadership that doesn't always show up on the scoresheet, but shows up when it matters most-in tight playoff games, when experience and poise can tip the scales.
His $6.5 million cap hit might raise a few eyebrows, but in today’s NHL, that’s not an unmanageable number for a team looking to bolster its depth. Especially when that contract comes with a championship pedigree and a reputation for being a glue guy in the locker room.
There’s already buzz around Schenn as a potential trade target. On a recent segment of Daily Faceoff LIVE, analysts Tyler Yaremchuk and Carter Hutton broke down why Schenn could be one of the more intriguing names on the market.
Yaremchuk pointed to Schenn’s combination of playoff experience and manageable cap hit, noting that if St. Louis does decide to move him, the return could be significant.
He even floated a potential fit with the Vegas Golden Knights, hinting at a connection through general manager Kelly McCrimmon.
Hutton echoed that sentiment, emphasizing Schenn’s intangible value. While he may not slot into a contender’s top six at this stage in his career, he can still be a difference-maker-especially in a third-line role where his physicality and net-front presence can tilt a series.
As Hutton put it, “Your third line kind of wins or loses you the Stanley Cup.” And Schenn, with his willingness to battle in the trenches and do the dirty work, fits that mold to a tee.
It’s not just about goals and assists with Schenn. It’s about the tone he sets, the edge he brings, and the way he elevates the guys around him. For a team looking to add toughness, leadership, and playoff experience without mortgaging the future, Schenn could be the perfect piece to round out a Cup-contending roster.
With the deadline looming, the Blues have decisions to make. And if Armstrong decides it’s time to retool, don’t be surprised if Brayden Schenn becomes one of the most sought-after names on the trade board.