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Why the Blues’ young forwards may already be the heart of this team

Mason McTavish, Dylan Holloway and Jimmy Snuggerud produced 16 of the Blues' 39 goals in October, giving St. Louis a younger, faster offensive identity.

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
Why the Blues’ young forwards may already be the heart of this team
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Michael Meyer argues young forwards Dylan Holloway, Mason McTavish, and Jimmy Snuggerud now drive the Blues' offense.
  • The trio combined for 16 of the team's 39 goals and 30 points across the first 13 games.
  • Dylan Holloway leads the St. Louis Blues with 11 points while averaging nearly 17:45 of ice time.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Through the first 13 games of the 2026-27 season, young forwards Dylan Holloway, Mason McTavish, and Jimmy Snuggerud have become the focal point of the St. Louis Blues' offense. All aged 25 or younger, the trio combined for 16 of the team's 39 goals and 30 total points, leading the team's offensive production.

Writer Michael Meyer highlights that Holloway leads the squad with 11 points, while McTavish leads in shot volume and Snuggerud tops the roster with seven goals. Meyer argues that their strong even-strength play demonstrates that St. Louis's new offensive identity is taking shape around this young core despite a 6-6-1 start.

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