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Blues get Brandon Carlo; Hurricanes trade for John Carlson's rights at NHL draft
By Stephen Whyno, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 27, 2026
· 3 min read
The St. Louis Blues acquired Brandon Carlo from the Toronto Maple Leafs during the NHL draft on Saturday, those teams' latest steps to remake their rosters during an offseason of upheaval. St. Louis sent the Nos. 73 and 76 picks to Toronto for the 29-year-old defenseman. Carlo lasted just 88 game...
Key takeaway Carlo lasted just 88 games with the Leafs after they sent a first-round pick, a fourth-rounder and highly regarded forward prospect Fraser Minten to Boston for him at the deadline in March 2025.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For Houston-area hockey fans, the recent trades in the NHL may seem distant, but they can have a ripple effect on the local sports landscape. The St. Louis Blues' acquisition of Brandon Carlo and the Carolina Hurricanes' trade for John Carlson's rights demonstrate the intense competition and roster reshuffling that occurs in the league. As the Blues and other teams remake their rosters, it may impact the Houston Aeros, the city's former AHL team, or influence the decision of whether to bring an NHL team to Houston in the future. The Blues' aggressive trading, including the acquisition of Carlo, shows that teams are willing to make significant moves to stay competitive, which could set a precedent for other teams, including potential Houston franchises. The local hockey community will be watching these developments closely, as they could have implications for the growth and development of hockey in the Houston area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The St. Louis Blues acquired Brandon Carlo from the Toronto Maple Leafs during the NHL draft on Saturday, those teams' latest steps to remake their rosters during an offseason of upheaval. St. Louis sent the Nos. 73 and 76 picks to Toronto for the 29-year-old defenseman. Carlo lasted just 88 game...
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