Philip Broberg has secured a six-year contract worth $48 million with the St. Louis Blues. This deal includes an average annual value of $8 million and will commence next season.
Broberg’s Performance and Career Highlights
The 24-year-old defenseman has shown promising performance this season, recording 14 points, which include two goals and 12 assists, over 44 games. This season marks Broberg’s second with the Blues.
Last season, Broberg achieved personal bests in various statistics, including:
- Games Played: 68
- Goals: 8
- Assists: 21
- Total Points: 29
- Plus-Minus: +21
- Shots on Goal: 97
Contract Details and History
Broberg initially signed a two-year, $9.16 million contract with the Blues, averaging $4.58 million per year. This agreement came after the Edmonton Oilers failed to match an offer sheet from the Blues that was submitted on August 13, 2024. He was set to become a restricted free agent before finalizing his new contract.
Player Background and Draft Information
Broberg was selected by the Edmonton Oilers as the eighth overall pick in the first round of the 2019 NHL Draft. Over his career, he has accumulated 56 points, comprising 12 goals and 44 assists, across 194 regular-season games with both the Oilers and Blues. Additionally, he has contributed five points, including three goals and two assists, in 27 playoff matches.
Upcoming Matches
Currently, the Blues hold a record of 17 wins, 20 losses, and 8 overtime losses. They are set to face the Vegas Golden Knights this Saturday at 10 p.m. ET.
