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Blues Prepare for NHL Expansion Draft | St. Louis Blues News
NHL expansion is headed to Texas—Houston’s massive market could soon host a new franchise, with a likely arrival in the early 2030s. That means an expansion draft around 2029 or 2030, forcing teams like the St. Louis Blues to make tough roster decisions. With rules allowing protection of either seven forwards and three defensemen—or nine skaters total—the Blues may have to sacrifice some veteran talent, recalling past losses like David Perron and Vince Dunn. To stay ahead, they might even sign free agents in 2029 to strategically offer up in the draft, protecting their core while preparing…
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