Brayden Schenn Traded to New York Islanders
Brayden Schenn was traded from the St. Louis Blues to the New York Islanders on March 6, 2026, in a deal that included a first-round pick, a third-round pick, Jonathan Drouin, and prospect Marcus Gidlof. Schenn, who has recorded 28 points this season, waived his no-move clause to facilitate the trade.
In 61 games this season, Schenn has tallied 12 goals and 16 assists, contributing to his impressive career totals of 290 goals and 423 assists for 713 points over 1,083 games. He is currently in the sixth year of an eight-year contract with a $6.5 million cap hit.
Schenn’s active iron-man streak of 307 games highlights his durability, a trait that has made him a valuable asset for any team. He was named the 24th captain in Blues history prior to the 2023-24 season, further solidifying his leadership role within the franchise.
As part of the Blues’ 2019 Stanley Cup Championship team, Schenn has a history of success in the league. He also helped Canada secure gold medals at the 2008 Under-18 World Championships and the 2015 World Championships.
The trade comes as the Blues have dropped near the bottom of the standings in the Western Conference, prompting a potential roster reset as the trade deadline approaches. Observers note that Schenn remains a reliable middle-of-the-lineup center, even as his scoring totals have seen a decline.
Interestingly, Schenn’s brother Luke was also traded to the Buffalo Sabres on the same trade deadline, marking a significant day for the Schenn family.
Schenn is expected to make a quick return to his longtime home when the Islanders visit the Blues on Tuesday, providing an emotional backdrop to his first game against his former team.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full implications of this trade on both teams’ rosters moving forward.
