Felix Trudeau has officially signed a two-year entry-level contract with the St. Louis Blues, carrying a cap hit of $1.014 million. As part of this agreement, he will join the Springfield Thunderbirds on a professional tryout for the remainder of the season.
During his final season at Sacred Heart University, Trudeau showcased impressive skills, ranking second in the country with 25 goals and tying for sixth nationally in Division I with 48 points across 39 NCAA games. His performance earned him the title of Atlantic Hockey America Player of the Year and made him a Top 10 finalist for the prestigious Hobey Baker Award.
Over the course of his collegiate career, Trudeau accumulated a total of 99 points, comprising 46 goals and 53 assists in 130 games. He concluded his time in college hockey with a +14 rating and 87 penalty minutes in his last season, demonstrating both offensive prowess and a physical presence on the ice.
Trudeau’s contract stipulates that in the 2026-27 season, he will receive a base salary of $850,000 along with a signing bonus of $102,500. This will increase to a base salary of $967,600 in the following season, 2027-28, with a signing bonus of $107,500. The Blues will maintain control of Trudeau’s rights through 2030.
The St. Louis Blues are currently undergoing a youth movement amid an organizational transition, making Trudeau’s signing a strategic addition to their roster. Observers expect that his performance in the upcoming games with the Thunderbirds will be closely monitored as he aims to make an impact at the professional level.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the specific timeline for Trudeau’s debut with the Thunderbirds, but his recent accolades suggest he is well-prepared to take on the challenges of professional hockey.
