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Blues Eye Nikishin in Cap-Driven Trade | NHL News
The St. Louis Blues are eyeing Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin, a rising star who delivered 33 points in 81 NHL games and brings rare size, mobility, and offensive upside for a young blueliner. Nikishin, a former KHL powerhouse, is seeking a $7.5–$8.5M contract, forcing Carolina to weigh cap constraints against long-term gains. The Blues may offer a package of forward Pius Suter, defenseman Theo Lindstein, and a 2027 first-rounder to land him — a deal that could bolster their young core but faces stiff resistance from Carolina, who lacks elite assets to match. With multiple…
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