Blues Draft Star Center Ready for BU

NHL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

The St. Louis Blues stunned with their 11th overall pick, snagging a 17-year-old center already committed to Boston University. After a solid USHL stint, he jumped to BU in January and thrived. Drafted on June 26th, he knew his spot was around 11 — and the red-carpet moment, with family cheering, was pure magic. His brother called it, but the Blues surprised everyone. Now, he’s hitting the gym hard, focusing on strength, speed, and polish to dominate his sophomore season. He’s aiming for a seamless start — no more mid-season transfers — and wants to be a force from day one when fall rolls…