Teams interested in the NHL and St. Louis Blues fans who are worried Robert Thomas will be dealt no longer need to worry or inquire. Andy Strickland, a reporter for FanDuel and the co-host of the Cam and Strick podcast, took to X on Friday to put Robert Thomas rumors to rest [https://x.com/andystrickland/status/2063060810075615636?s=20]. “Robert Thomas trade rumors can be put to rest,” said Strickland. “The (St. Louis Blues) are not looking to move their No. 1 center. Expect Thomas to be on the roster when training camp begins in September.” Blues fans can rest easier knowing their top point producer will remain with the club. Finding a No. 1 center is one of the hardest elements of a roster to find, and if the Blues were to trade him, they would demand a high price tag, as they did. During the 2025-26 season, there were plenty of rumors surrounding Thomas, linking him to teams such as the Utah Mammoth [http://thn.com/utah], Minnesota Wild [http://thn.com/minnesota], Montreal Canadiens [http://thn.com/montreal], Ottawa Senators [http://thn.com/ottawa], Detroit Red Wings [http://thn.com/detroit], Buffalo Sabres [http://thn.com/buffalo], and Boston Bruins [http://thn.com/boston]. Nothing came to fruition, though the Blues reportedly turned down a trade with the Wild [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/st-louis-blues/latest-news/report-blues-turned-away-trade-offer-for-robert-thomas-from-wild]. Four Blues Players Appear On Insiders Trade Board [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/f49ed6d3-0539-4277-9365-40131834d046.jpeg] Four Blues Players Appear On Insiders Trade Board St. Louis Blues’ Jordan Kyrou, Jordan Binnington, Robert Thomas, and Colton Parayko appeared on insider Frank Seravalli’s off-season trade board. [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/st-louis-blues/latest-news/four-blues-players-appear-on-insiders-trade-board] Heading into the off-season, several insiders believed Thomas could re-enter trade talks even if the possibility of him moving remained low. Following the news that Dylan Larkin had requested a trade from the Red Wings [https://thehockeynews.com/news/latest-news/larkin-trade-request-marks-end-of-era-for-red-wings-but-possibly-end-of-misery-for-detroit-captain], it wasn’t too surprising to see Thomas taken off the market. With another first-line center available for a trade, it lowers Thomas’ value. But maybe more than all, the Blues believe they can compete for a playoff spot next season. They ended the season on a high note largely due to the play of Thomas. With the integration of some prospects, the Blues should be a faster and more skilled team next season. If they do hope to make the playoffs, they’ll need Thomas on the roster, and at his best. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Image [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/e84aebc1-a620-472a-a98b-3142f5e4c38b.jpeg] For action-packed issues, access to the entire magazine archive and a free issue, subscribe to The Hockey News at THN.com/free [https://thehockeynews.store/products/print-subscription]. Get the latest news and trending stories by subscribing to our newsletter here [http://eepurl.com/i7OC4I]. And share your thoughts by commenting below the article on THN.com or creating your own post in our community forum.
