Blues Fall 4–2 in Vegas as Broberg Is Extended — Then Injured | Blues Central Postgame

The St. Louis Blues dropped a frustrating 4–2 decision to the Vegas Golden Knights in a late-night road loss that managed to deliver both hope and heartbreak. The night began with positive momentum as the Blues officially locked up defenseman Philip Broberg on a six-year, $48 million extension — only for that excitement to be quickly undercut when Broberg left the game early with an injury following a hard collision with Mark Stone Despite battling hard in the physical categories — winning the hit count, faceoffs, and blocked shots — the Blues struggled to generate consistent offense, finishing with just 19 shots on goal. Vegas capitalized on their star power, getting goals from key contributors like Shea Theodore and Mark Stone, while the Blues failed to get enough production from their top offensive players. Robert Thomas and Broberg accounted for St. Louis’ scoring, but the team’s lack of sustained pressure proved costly The episode also dove deep into what Broberg’s extension means for the future of the franchise. At just 24 years old, Broberg has quickly emerged as the Blues’ de facto No. 1 defenseman, logging heavy minutes and becoming a cornerstone of Doug Armstrong’s long-term vision. The panel praised the structure of the deal, noting how its front-loaded design and eventual modified no-trade clauses give both Broberg and the Blues long-term flexibility as the salary cap rises Beyond the box score, the show addressed growing concerns about effort, offensive execution, and team chemistry. While the Blues remain mathematically in the playoff race, the hosts questioned whether the on-ice product matches that optimism, pointing to stagnant power-play structure, limited shot volume, and inconsistent performances from the club’s highest-paid forwards. With another tough matchup looming against the Carolina Hurricanes, the episode closed by challenging the Blues to find urgency, simplify their offensive approach, and rediscover the identity that made them competitive down the stretch last season. Fans were encouraged to weigh in on Broberg’s future, the direction of the team, and what changes must happen next for St. Louis to turn frustration into progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices