In the latest episode of 32 Thoughts: The Podcast, Elliotte Friedman and Kyle Bukauskas discuss the trade landscape in the NHL, focusing on St. Louis Blues forward Brandon Saad, who was recently a healthy scratch but returned to the lineup.

Friedman notes that Saad has been available for trade for some time, despite his no-trade clause. The conversation also touches on other players like Trent Frederic and Vincent Desharnais, as well as Nick Leddy's injury impacting the Blues' roster decisions.

In a thrilling overtime finish, Matt Duchene propelled the Dallas Stars to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues. Duchene's end-to-end rush culminated in the game-winning goal, while Jason Robertson contributed with a goal and an assist. Despite an early lead from Jordan Kyrou, the Blues couldn't hold on, with Jake Oettinger making crucial saves to secure the win.

Jordan Binnington's 35 saves kept St. Louis competitive, but it wasn't enough as the Stars broke a streak of trailing after the first period to clinch the win.

In a thrilling overtime finish, Matt Duchene scored to lead the Dallas Stars to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Blues. Duchene's goal came after a remarkable rush, highlighting his scoring prowess this season.

Jason Robertson contributed with a goal and an assist, while Jake Oettinger made 15 saves, improving his record at home. Jordan Kyrou opened the scoring for the Blues, but despite a strong performance from Jordan Binnington, the team fell short.

Cam Fowler has been traded from the Anaheim Ducks to the St. Louis Blues, marking the end of a 15-season tenure with the Ducks. In exchange, Anaheim received defenseman prospect Jeremie Biakabutuka and a second-round pick for the 2027 NHL Draft.

Fowler, who has made significant contributions to the Ducks, is second in franchise history for games played and holds multiple records among defensemen. His departure is seen as a difficult but necessary change for both the player and the organization.

The Blues, currently dealing with injuries to key defensemen, hope Fowler can bolster their lineup as they navigate the season.

The St. Louis Blues have strengthened their playoff ambitions by acquiring defenseman Cam Fowler from the Anaheim Ducks. In exchange, the Blues sent a 2027 second-round pick and minor league player Jeremie Biakabutuka to Anaheim, while the Ducks retained a significant portion of Fowler's salary.

Fowler, who has spent his entire 15-year NHL career with the Ducks, is the franchise's all-time leading defenseman in points, goals, and assists. Despite his impressive stats, he has struggled defensively in recent seasons.

This trade follows the Ducks' recent acquisition of Jacob Trouba and may indicate that Blues defenseman Nick Leddy will be sidelined for an extended period. The Blues have also made a coaching change, hiring Jim Montgomery after firing Drew Bannister, resulting in a positive shift in their performance.