Blues trade center Nick Bjugstad to Devils

St. Louis receives mid-round draft pick and AHL player in deal

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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The St. Louis Blues have traded forward Nick Bjugstad to the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a mid-round draft pick and an AHL player. Bjugstad, 33, had 6 goals and 7 points in 35 games for the Blues this season.

Why it matters

The trade comes ahead of the Olympic trade freeze, as teams look to make roster moves and adjustments before the break. Bjugstad's departure opens up a roster spot for the Blues, while the Devils add a veteran forward to their lineup.

The details

The Blues will receive a mid-round draft pick and an AHL player from the Devils in the trade for Bjugstad, who signed a two-year, $3.5 million contract with St. Louis last summer.

  • The trade was completed on February 4, 2026.
  • The Olympic trade freeze is coming up, prompting teams to make moves before the break.

The players

Nick Bjugstad

A 33-year-old forward who had 6 goals and 7 points in 35 games for the St. Louis Blues this season.

New Jersey Devils

The NHL team that acquired Bjugstad from the St. Louis Blues in exchange for a mid-round draft pick and an AHL player.

St. Louis Blues

The NHL team that traded forward Nick Bjugstad to the New Jersey Devils.

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What’s next

The trade will need to be finalized before the upcoming Olympic trade freeze.

The takeaway

This trade allows both the Blues and Devils to make roster adjustments ahead of the Olympic break, with the Blues shedding a veteran forward and the Devils adding depth to their lineup.