What happened: A New York Times report lays out the St. Louis Blues' plan for the coming weeks, including whether the club will trade up in the NHL Draft or move key players. The team is treating the stretch ahead as a 'massive month' for reshaping its roster.

Why it matters: How the Blues handle the draft and any trades will set the tone for their push into the 2025-26 season. Moving or keeping core players carries direct consequences for the depth chart and salary structure. St. Louis is working from the draft capital tied to the Schenn deal as it maps out its options.

What to watch: Watch whether the Blues pursue a draft-day trade-up and which key players surface in trade talks as the offseason unfolds.