Islanders Acquire Schenn in Trade for Picks and Players
In a significant trade announcement, the St. Louis Blues have acquired forward Jonathan Drouin and goaltender Marcus Gidlof from the New York Islanders. In exchange, the Blues sent established forward Brayden Schenn to New York. The deal also includes valuable draft picks, providing both teams with strategic benefits.
Details of the Trade
Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong confirmed this transaction. The Blues gained:
- Colorado’s first-round pick in 2026
- New Jersey’s third-round pick in 2026
- Forward Jonathan Drouin
- Goaltender Marcus Gidlof
In return, veteran forward Brayden Schenn will join the Islanders.
Player Profiles
Jonathan Drouin
Drouin, 30, has played 55 games for the Islanders this season. He has tallied 21 points comprising three goals and 18 assists. Over his 12-year NHL career, Drouin has played for Tampa Bay, Montreal, Colorado, and New York. His career totals include:
- 395 points (110 goals, 285 assists)
- 238 penalty minutes
- 662 regular-season games
Marcus Gidlof
Gidlof, a 20-year-old goaltender, has yet to sign with the Islanders as he was a fifth-round draft pick in 2024. This season in the Swedish Hockey League (SHL), he has played 24 games, achieving:
- 9 wins, 15 losses
- 2.84 goals-against average
- .896 save percentage
In total, Gidlof’s SHL career stats include:
- 20 wins, 21 losses in 42 games
- 2.67 goals-against average
- .899 save percentage
Brayden Schenn
Brayden Schenn, 34, has been a prominent player for the Blues over the last nine seasons, serving as team captain for the past three. This season, he has recorded:
- 28 points (12 goals, 16 assists)
- 49 penalty minutes
In his impressive 1,083 NHL games, Schenn boasts:
- 713 points (290 goals, 423 assists)
- 641 penalty minutes
Implications of the Trade
This trade marks a strategic shift for both teams. The Blues are acquiring younger, promising talent while the Islanders gain experience and depth in their roster. Fans and analysts alike will watch closely as these players adjust to their new teams.
