Top line in sync, Connor McMichael on the move: What I’m seeing at Blues camp

The St. Louis Blues are three-fourths through training camp and earned a 1-0 preseason victory over the Chicago Blackhawks on Thursday. Following two earlier 2-1 losses to the Dallas Stars, head coach Jim Montgomery praised the squad's improved compete level, aggression, and speed. A top line featuring Dylan Holloway, Robert Thomas, and Jimmy Snuggerud is expected to skate together in Saturday's preseason finale ahead of the 2026-27 NHL regular season.

New arrival Connor McMichael made his preseason debut on Thursday, shifting to right wing and recording an assist alongside Pavel Buchnevich on a goal scored by Calle Rosen. The Blues face ongoing roster battles for final forward spots and the No. 7 defenseman position following an injury to Tyler Tucker.