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St. Louis Blues’ top 3 prospects to watch out for in 2024-25 season
The St. Louis Blues have been on a downward trend since winning the Stanley Cup in 2019. After missing the playoffs this past season, the Blues look to be on their way to a rebuild.
Regardless, Blues fans should be encouraged as high-end prospects are looming on the horizon. Let’s take a deeper look at the team's top three talents heading into the 2024-25 season.
St. Louis Blues’ top 3 prospects to watch out for in 2024-25
#3. Otto Stenberg
Stenberg was the St. Louis Blues' first-round pick in 2023. He projects as a solid, top-six forward given his high-end offensive skills. Stenberg’s positioning and strength allow him to cut in close, keeping opposing defenders away long enough to make smart plays.
Last season, Stenberg played 31 games in the SHL and registered six points. This upcoming season, Stenberg should start the year with the Malmo Redhawks of the SHL, as he is currently on loan to the club.
While there is no timeline for the 19-year-old to arrive in North America, St. Louis Blues fans could see Stenberg coming to the U.S. sooner rather than later.
#2. Dalibor Dvorsky
Dvorsky was the St. Louis Blues' 10th overall pick in 2023. The Slovakian forward projects to be a two-way NHL center whose combination of offensive and defensive skills makes him a much more viable alternative down the middle.
Last season, Dvorsky tore up the OHL, scoring 45 goals and notching 88 points in 52 games with the Sudbury Wolves. This upcoming season. Dvorsky will be heading back to the OHL. However, Dvorsky should be making the leap to the pro game following his upcoming season, as he has nothing left to prove in the OHL.
The ETA for Dvorsky could come as early as this upcoming season, especially if the Blues find themselves out of a playoff spot after the All-Star break.
#1. Jimmy Snuggerud
Jimmy Snuggerud is the prospect closest to the NHL for the St. Louis Blues. The 20-year-old was the Blues’ first-round pick in 2022. He’s had back-to-back productive years at the University of Minnesota, playing at about a point per game pace.
With the U.S. U-20 team, Snuggerud registered eight points in six games at the World Juniors. Snuggerud fits the profile of a power forward, given his 6-foot-2 frame. He projects as a top-six winger, though he could blossom into a top-line right winger.
Snuggerud looks to be heading back to the University of Minnesota for one more season. Nevertheless, Blues fans should expect Snuggerud to get an invite to the Blues’ training camp this fall. He could be on the team’s roster as early as this upcoming season, particularly if the Blues feel like they could use some extra help.
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