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Blues Trade Deadline Predictions: Schenn, Faksa, Suter & More

Originally posted on The Hockey Writers | By Ethan Carter | Last updated Mar 7, 2025 8:35 AM ET

The St. Louis Blues find themselves in an interesting position as 2025 trade deadline day has arrived. They are 30-27-6 and have won five of their final six games before they take on the Anaheim Ducks on deadline day. Overall, the club is 21-15-5 since hiring Jim Montgomery as head coach a few months ago. With the injury to Colton Parayko, it makes what their approach should be so much clearer.

There are several approaches that they can take to this deadline, but finding the most effective one will be key. I believe it to be selling pieces with the market looking good for sellers. The Seattle Kraken got two first-round picks and more back for Oliver Bjorkstrand and Yanni Gourde in a deal with the Tampa Bay Lightning. While the Blues have played well lately, it’s unrealistic to believe that they can win a Stanley Cup this season. Let’s discuss their key deadline pieces and their potential approach.

Brayden Schenn

Blues captain Brayden Schenn is one that’s been rumored to be on the trade block with the Toronto Maple Leafs reportedly showing serious interest. It’s hard to quantify a return for him in a deadline deal. He has a $6.5 million salary cap hit and a contract that runs through 2027-28. It’s also difficult to tell whether a team other than Toronto will show legitimate interest in him.

He’s had an okay season in 2024-25 with 38 points in 63 games. He’s still somewhat valuable as a middle-six center on a contender, but I find it hard to believe that the Blues could get a good return for him. The contract will be a major concern in conversations and I’m not sure if they would consider salary retention either. If another team jumps into the mix, that’s when things get interesting. The Winnipeg Jets, New Jersey Devils, Vegas Golden Knights, and Colorado Avalanche have been brought up as potential destinations for him. I want the club to sell, so clearly I’m in favor of Schenn being moved if possible. It’ll be interesting to see how general manager Doug Armstrong approaches things. However, my official prediction is that Schenn sticks around in St. Louis despite efforts to move him.

Radek Faksa

Center Radek Faksa could be a quality trade piece for a contender. I like him as a veteran bottom-six center, but the Blues have no use for him if they aren’t in the playoffs. I chalk some of his struggles this season up to age and the fact that he’s been proven to be better on contenders in the past, especially with the Dallas Stars. Another quick change of scenery would be ideal for him.

This season, he has just three goals in 51 games and carries a plus/minus of minus-7. I predict that he’ll be moved to a contender before the deadline comes to a close. I could see a team like the Devils taking a chance on him at the right price, which won’t be a high one.

Ryan Suter

At 40 years old, defenseman Ryan Suter can still play at the NHL level. He’s been solid all season long for the Blues. He has 12 points in 63 games and is a plus-4. Similarly to Faksa, he’s a player who can mold to his surroundings and be impactful on any contending club. Suter is still logging around 20 minutes per game and has shown a willingness to do whatever it takes to win games. I predict that the Blues will keep him around and even consider re-signing him next season if he returns, which he intends to do.

Blues Should Sell This Time Around

I expect fewer moves from Armstrong and the Blues than many. They’ll be an interesting team to monitor throughout the day, but they don’t typically make a bunch of deadline moves. It’s a seller’s market and I want them to take advantage, but I’ll believe it when I see it.

This article first appeared on The Hockey Writers and was syndicated with permission.

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