The St. Louis Blues are reportedly open to making significant changes to their roster, and while goaltender Jordan Binnington's name has surfaced in trade discussions, forward Jordan Kyrou could also be a key figure in potential deals. According to several insiders, Blues General Manager Doug Armstrong is actively engaged in exploring trade possibilities. Kyrou's situation in St. Louis, including being a healthy scratch and past frustrations, suggests he could be on the move. While his contract isn't considered an "albatross" due to the rising salary cap, his offensive skills and speed as a top-six forward make him an attractive target for several teams. Here are three teams that could potentially target Jordan Kyrou in a trade:
1. Seattle Kraken:
The Seattle Kraken expressed interest in acquiring Kyrou at last year's draft. The Kraken need scoring and could offer Kyrou a system where he can play with offensive freedom. The Kraken have been patient in their team-building approach, but adding a player like Kyrou could provide the spark they've been missing since their playoff appearance in 2023. It was reported that a deal was nearly completed last year that would have sent Kyrou to Seattle for the eighth overall pick.
2. Detroit Red Wings:
The Detroit Red Wings have been positioning themselves as opportunistic buyers. Kyrou's speed and skill would fit well within Detroit's system, which emphasizes high-tempo play. General Manager Steve Yzerman is known for acquiring players when their value dips, making this a potentially opportune time to strike a deal. This type of trade might occur later in the season when Detroit has a clearer understanding of their chances of contending for a playoff spot. The Red Wings and Canadiens both have the cap space, prospects and picks to facilitate a trade with the Blues. Having Kyrou and Dylan Larkin on the same team would be beneficial as they are both fast players.
3. Dallas Stars:
The Dallas Stars may have a need for additional offensive firepower if Tyler Seguin is ruled out for the remainder of the season. Seguin's absence would free up $9.8 million in cap space, giving the Stars the financial flexibility to pursue a trade.
With Kyrou's full no-trade clause kicking in on July 1 and lasting until the completion of the 2029-30 season, the Blues might want to trade him now.
