Top St. Louis Blues Second Round NHL Draft Picks: Brian Sutter, David Backes & More
The St. Louis Blues have made significant draft picks in the second round over the years, including future captains and players pivotal to their 2019 Stanley Cup victory. The team's upcoming picks at No. 48 and No. 56 hold promise after their last second-round selection in 2019. Notable picks include Brian Sutter, David Backes, Jake Allen, Jordan Kyrou, Ivan Barbashev, Vince Dunn, Joel Edmundson, Steve Staios, and Jay McClement.
By the Numbers- Brian Sutter played 844 games, scored 324 goals, and tallied 678 points.
- David Backes led the team in games played (727), goals (206), points (460), and penalty minutes (969).
The Blues have had notable successes in their second-round picks, but not all selections have led to long-term contributions or stardom.
State of Play- The Blues have upcoming second-round picks at No. 48 and No. 56 in the NHL Draft.
- Several former second-round picks have had memorable careers with the Blues, contributing to the team's success on and off the ice.
The Blues will look to add more talent and depth with their upcoming second-round selections and continue the legacy of successful draft picks in future drafts.
Bottom LineThe St. Louis Blues have a history of making impactful picks in the second round, with players like David Backes and Vince Dunn leaving a lasting legacy on the team despite eventual departures or trades.
Read more at thehockeynews.com
The summary of the linked article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence technology from OpenAI