Dylan Holloway Signs with St. Louis Blues After Oilers Decline Offer

Tuesday, 20 August 2024, 13:30

Dylan Holloway has officially joined the St. Louis Blues after being signed to a contract. The move comes as the Blues acquire him along with Philip Broberg, bolstering their lineup. This significant deal speaks volumes about the Blues' strategy moving forward, aiming to enhance their competitive edge in the NHL.
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Dylan Holloway Signs with St. Louis Blues After Oilers Decline Offer

New Contracts Signed: Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg

ST. LOUIS – St. Louis Blues President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced the team has signed defenseman Philip Broberg and forward Dylan Holloway to two-year contracts after the Edmonton Oilers declined to match the offer sheets signed by the two players on Aug. 13.
To satisfy the required compensation for the unmatched offer sheets, the Blues are sending the Oilers their 2025 second-round draft pick for Broberg and their 2025 third-round draft selection for Holloway.

Additional Transactions

In a separate transaction, St. Louis is sending its 2028 third-round draft pick and unsigned 2023 fifth-round draft selection Paul Fischer to Edmonton for future considerations.

Player Profiles

  • Philip Broberg: 23 years old, drafted by the Oilers in the first round, No. 8 overall, of the 2019 NHL Draft. Last season, he dressed in 12 regular-season games for the Oilers and 49 for the AHL's Bakersfield Condors, totaling 40 points.
  • Dylan Holloway: 22 years old, drafted by the Oilers in the first round, No. 14 overall, of the 2020 NHL Draft. Holloway played 38 regular-season games for the Oilers last season, collecting 25 points.

Dylan Holloway has appeared in 89 NHL regular-season games, totaling 18 points and 56 penalty minutes. His versatility and agility will significantly benefit the Blues as they aim for a stronger performance in the upcoming season. The team hopes that these strategic acquisitions will further their pursuit of championship aspirations.


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