The St. Louis Blues are reportedly open to making significant changes to their roster, and according to multiple insiders, Jordan Kyrou's name has surfaced prominently in trade discussions. This development follows a sluggish start to the 2025-26 season for the Blues, who currently sit at the bottom of the Central Division with a 5-8-2 record.
General Manager Doug Armstrong has apparently communicated to other NHL teams that the Blues are prepared to make moves. While not necessarily signaling a complete fire sale, the team is supposedly considering "strategic" roster adjustments. Names like Brayden Schenn, Justin Faulk, and Pavel Buchnevich have also been mentioned in connection with potential trades.
The situation surrounding Kyrou, in particular, is attracting attention. Despite his undeniable skill and speed, Kyrou has, at times, frustrated the organization with his inconsistency. This was further highlighted when he was made a healthy scratch in a recent game against the Buffalo Sabres.
The 27-year-old forward is in the third year of an eight-year, $65 million contract. While he has showcased his offensive capabilities throughout his NHL career, with 155 goals and 186 assists in 431 games, his performance this season has been underwhelming, with just four goals and four assists in 14 games.
Kyrou's healthy scratch served as a wake-up call, and he responded with a strong performance upon his return, scoring a goal against the Seattle Kraken. However, questions remain about his long-term fit with the Blues. As Elliotte Friedman noted, Kyrou seems to be the player who gets benched when "things get tough".
The Seattle Kraken reportedly expressed interest in Kyrou last year, and other teams may also be intrigued by his potential. However, some teams may be hesitant due to the size and term of his contract. Any trade involving Kyrou would likely require the Blues to take salary back to make the deal work under the cap.
Despite the trade rumors, Kyrou remains a valuable asset. He has consistently been a top-line producer, and has surpassed 65 points in four consecutive seasons. His combination of skating ability and a quick release makes him a threat at even strength.
Whether the Blues ultimately decide to move Kyrou remains to be seen. However, the fact that his name is circulating in trade talks suggests that the team is seriously considering all options as they look to improve their roster and return to contention.
