Blues' Brayden Schenn Trade Plans Diminish Amid Playoff Surge

Brayden Schenn's trade discussions have intensified recently, but new insights suggest that a trade is becoming less likely as the St. Louis Blues are back in the playoff race. TSN's Darren Dreger reported that the Blues, currently one point behind the Vancouver Canucks, are not inclined to trade their captain, who still has three years remaining on his contract. The team's General Manager Doug Armstrong emphasized that they are under no obligation to trade Schenn, and may reconsider in the off-season. Despite Schenn's dip in goal-scoring this season, his overall contributions, including a high number of hits, remain valuable. The Toronto Maple Leafs were reportedly interested in Schenn, but the Blues' high asking price may force them to seek alternatives for their roster. With 21 games left in the season, the Blues' current success makes parting with Schenn strategically unwise.