St. Louis Blues forward Robert Thomas will be sidelined for approximately six weeks due to a broken right ankle, as confirmed by the team on Wednesday. This unfortunate injury occurred when Thomas was struck by a puck during the third period of the game against Winnipeg on Tuesday, which the Blues ended up losing. General manager Doug Armstrong stated that Thomas will undergo further evaluation after the six-week period.
This injury adds to the list of players from St. Louis who are currently unable to play. Defenseman Nick Leddy was recently placed on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury. The team has had to navigate the season without key players like Torey Krug, who is out for the entire season following ankle surgery.
In an effort to bolster their lineup, the Blues have signed defenseman Jake Neighbours to a two-year contract extension worth $7.5 million. Neighbours’ contract will have a salary cap hit of $3.75 million for the 2025-26 and 2026-27 NHL seasons.
The absence of Robert Thomas will undoubtedly be felt by the Blues, as he has been a valuable contributor to the team. The forward’s playmaking abilities and offensive prowess will be sorely missed during his time on the sidelines. However, this presents an opportunity for other players to step up and fill the void left by Thomas’ absence.
Despite the challenges posed by injuries, the St. Louis Blues remain determined to compete at a high level and overcome adversity. The team will need to rely on their depth and resilience to navigate through this difficult period and continue to strive for success in the competitive NHL landscape.
As fans eagerly await Robert Thomas’ return to the lineup, they can take comfort in knowing that the Blues are working tirelessly to support their injured players and maintain a competitive edge on the ice. The road to recovery may be long, but with determination and teamwork, the St. Louis Blues will look to overcome this setback and emerge stronger than ever.