With the St. Louis Blues languishing near the bottom of the Western Conference, speculation is mounting that forward Brayden Schenn may be on the trading block. The team’s management, led by General Manager Doug Armstrong, is weighing its options before the NHL Trade Deadline arrives.

The St. Louis Blues have secured a playoff spot after an astounding 19 wins in 26 games since mid-February. Under the leadership of former Dubuque coach Montgomery, the team became the NHL’s hottest heading into the postseason, with captain Brayden Schenn eager to advance.