{"id":429417,"date":"2026-01-26T20:10:13","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T20:10:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/429417\/"},"modified":"2026-01-26T20:10:13","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T20:10:13","slug":"st-louis-blues-week-ahead-schedule-storylines-open-for-business-skidding-dvorsky-and-more-the-hockey-writers-st-louis-blues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/429417\/","title":{"rendered":"St. Louis Blues Week Ahead: Schedule & Storylines – “Open for Business,” Skidding, Dvorsky and More – The Hockey Writers – St Louis Blues"},"content":{"rendered":"

The St. Louis Blues are entering a critical week as the NHL Olympic break approaches. Sitting at 19-24-9, the team is currently on a four-game losing streak and facing significant questions regarding their roster direction as trade rumors swirl. Here are the key storylines and their upcoming schedule for the week of Jan. 26 \u2013 Feb. 2, 2026.<\/p>\n

\u201cOpen for Business\u201d: Trade Rumors Heating Up<\/p>\n

With the team struggling to stay in the playoff picture, General Manager Doug Armstrong is reportedly willing to listen to offers for veteran players. Reports indicate Armstrong is sticking to high asking prices but is open to moving core pieces.<\/p>\n

Brayden Schenn: The captain has been linked to the Vegas Golden Knights. Other teams like the New Jersey Devils and Minnesota Wild may also have interest.<\/p>\n

Justin Faulk: Armstrong is reportedly looking for a return similar to the Noah Hanifin or Rasmus Andersson deals (potentially a first-round pick plus a young player\/prospect).<\/p>\n

Robert Thomas: While a core piece signed through 2031, his name has surfaced in broader discussions, though he is currently sidelined with an injury, complicating any potential movement. The Blues reportedly have \u201cdrawn a very clear line<\/a>\u201d regarding price for Thomas, either an overwhelming package or a young, elite winger.<\/p>\n

The Losing Skid & Defensive Struggles<\/p>\n

The Blues have lost four consecutive games, including a recent 3-2 loss to the Dallas Stars and a home loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday (Jan. 24).<\/p>\n

The team has allowed 176 goals<\/a> this season while only scoring 126.<\/p>\n

In their last 10 games, they are 3-6-1. The defense will need to tighten up against high-powered offenses like Dallas and the Florida Panthers this week if they hope to snap the streak before February.<\/p>\n

Youth Movement: Dalibor Dvorsky<\/p>\n

Amidst the struggles, rookie Dalibor Dvorsky is becoming a focal point<\/a> for the future. He has shown flashes of the offensive upside the Blues drafted him for. Watching his development alongside fellow youngster Jake Neighbours remains a bright spot for fans during this difficult stretch.<\/p>\n

The Looming Olympic Break<\/p>\n

The NHL season is set to pause for the 2026 Winter Olympics (Milano Cortina) from Feb. 6 \u2013 22.<\/p>\n

This week represents the final push before the \u201cFebruary freeze.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Blues organization faces a deadline to decide if they will be buyers or (more likely) aggressive sellers before the trade window resumes post-Olympics.<\/p>\n

Blues Schedule Jan 26 \u2013 Feb 2<\/p>\n

DateOpponentLocationTime (CT)ContextTue, Jan 27Dallas StarsEnterprise Center7:00 PMCentral Division rival; Dallas won the last meeting (Jan 23).Thu, Jan 29Florida PanthersEnterprise Center7:00 PMFacing the reigning Stanley Cup champions.Sat, Jan 31Columbus Blue JacketsEnterprise Center6:00 PMA crucial opportunity to break the skid against an Eastern Conference foe.Mon, Feb 2Nashville PredatorsBridgestone Arena7:00 PMRoad game against a division rival to start February.<\/p>\n

AI tools were used to support the creation or distribution of this content, however, it has been carefully edited and fact-checked by a member of The Hockey Writers editorial team. For more information on our use of AI, please visit our Editorial Standards<\/a> page.<\/p>\n

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