Jordan Binnington Has Seen Enough And May Request Trade From Blues
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Jordan Binnington is not a big fan of losing, and the Blues continue to do that, which may prompt the star netminder to ask for a trade from the team.
Jordan Binnington isn't one that's foreign to controversy. With the way things have been going with the St. Louis Blues, there were murmurs that perhaps the feisty netminder might want to consider greener pastures.
One source did confirm Binnington's frustration is growing, and some speculate that he might even request a trade himself.
«That wouldn't surprise me if he asked out. He's a gamer, and yeah, I think he's tasted a Cup before, so he will want more,» the source replied. «There are teams that have a chance and could use him.»
An NHL scout said after a recent 3-2 loss to the Boston Bruins, that he wonders if Binnington will ask to be traded eventually.
His frustration has appeared to be a mirror image of the Blues' uneven performance this season.
Even as they sit just three points outside a playoff spot 17 games into the 2024-25 campaign, instability with the team has called into question which direction they're headed.
Still only 30, Binnington remains a very attractive commodity for the Blues. Signed through 2027 with a reasonable $6-million annual cap hit, teams would surely line up around the block if he were made available. The Carolina Hurricanes are said to be one team keeping a very close eye on events.
For now, the Blues remain within striking distance of playoff contention. Whether the team steadies itself, or pivots toward significant changes, will likely determine Binnington's fate.
With his trademark intensity and limited patience, the spotlight's on him as tensions simmer, and this is definitely a story to watch.
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