Robert Thomas Trade Rumors: Utah Mammoth in the Mix

0:00Welcome to NHL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NHL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. The NHL trade deadline hits this Friday and St. Louis Blue Center Robert Thomas remains one of the top names in trade talks. The 26 year old is in the third year of an eight year deal with an $8.125 million cap hit, making him a prime target. For teams needing center help, insider Elliott Friedman shared his surprise on SportsNet that Blue's general manager Doug Armstrong might deal Thomas before the deadline. Many figured his contract would keep things quiet until the off season, but rumors say the Blues are open to a blockbuster offer. Teams like the Utah Mammoth are circling, with nearly $25 million in cap space and a deep pool of young prospects. Utah could offer talents such as Tish Iggenla or Cole Bowdoin to Wow St. Louis. There's a personal tie, too. Utah GM Bill Armstrong was the Blues scouting director who helped draft Thomas 20th overall back in 2000.

1:0417. That connection adds entry to any potential move. Thomas has 11 goals and 33 points in 44 games this season, though he's been sidelined by a lower body injury since mid-January and took a brief family leave this week. He could return Sunday against the Minnesota Wild. This story is made possible by our sponsor, See the episode description. It is a pillow that plays your podcast and music without earbuds, built for listening in bed. Well, I solely pillow, dot com, I solely pillow, dot com, I solely pillow, dot com, I solely