Brayden Schenn Acquired by New York Islanders
Brayden Schenn has been traded to the New York Islanders from the St. Louis Blues, a move that includes forward Jonathan Drouin, goaltender Marcus Gidlof, and two draft picks: a 2026 first-round and a 2026 third-round pick. Schenn waived his no-move clause to facilitate the trade.
This season, Schenn has recorded 28 points, comprising 12 goals and 16 assists, in 61 games. His performance has been consistent, maintaining an active iron-man streak of 307 games, showcasing his durability and reliability on the ice.
Prior to the 2023-24 season, Schenn was named the 24th captain in Blues history, a testament to his leadership and impact on the team. Over his NHL career, he has accumulated 290 goals and 423 assists for a total of 713 points across 1,083 games.
Schenn was part of the Blues’ 2019 Stanley Cup Championship team and represented the franchise at the 2018 NHL All-Star Game. His international experience includes helping Canada secure gold medals at the 2008 Under-18 World Championships and the 2015 World Championships, where he was also named tournament MVP at the 2011 Under-20 World Championships.
As the Blues have struggled this season, dropping near the bottom of the Western Conference standings, the team appears to be looking to reset their roster at the trade deadline. Schenn’s move to the Islanders is seen as a strategic decision for both teams.
Despite a decline in scoring totals, Schenn remains a reliable middle-of-the-lineup center, bringing experience and skill to the Islanders. His transition to the new team will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike.
The Islanders are set to visit the Blues on Tuesday, where Schenn will make a quick return to his longtime home, adding an emotional layer to the matchup.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full implications of this trade for both teams moving forward.
