St. Louis Blues Interested In Alexander Nikishin

St. Louis County faces potential $40 million budget deficit

A startling mid-year report on the state of the budget for Saint Louis County government came in with glaring red flags Tuesday when leaders learned that the county faces a potential $40 million deficit for the upcoming fiscal year.

St. Louis Blues Target Alexander Nikishin: Trade Talks Unfold

The St. Louis Blues are expressing interest in acquiring defenseman Alexander Nikishin from the Carolina Hurricanes as he remains an unsigned RFA heading into the 2026-27 season. Carolina is weighing the options of a long-term extension versus potential trade value, though the asking price is unclear. As the reigning Stanley Cup champions, the Hurricanes are seeking a top-six forward in return, potentially complicating negotiations. The Blues' n…

St. Louis Blues Interested In Alexander Nikishin

In a recent mailbag, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reported that the St. Louis Blues have expressed interest in Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Alexander Nikishin. Nearly a month into free agency, Nikishin remains one of 10 RFAs without a contract heading into the 2026-27 season. Shortly before the start of the 2026 NHL Draft, it was reported by TSN’s Darren Dreger that the Hurricanes were including Nikishin in trade talks. Essentially, Carol…