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Blues get Brandon Carlo; Hurricanes trade for John Carlson's rights at NHL draft
By Stephen Whyno, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· 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 Terrell Hills News
The recent NHL draft has brought significant changes to teams, with the St. Louis Blues acquiring Brandon Carlo from the Toronto Maple Leafs. While this move may seem distant from Terrell Hills , the implications of such trades can have a ripple effect on the local sports landscape. As the Blues and other teams remake their rosters, fans in the San Antonio area may see a shift in the competitive balance of the league, potentially impacting the Spurs' cross-town rivals, the San Antonio Rampage, and their parent club, the St. Louis Blues. The Blues' aggressive moves, including the acquisition of Carlo, signal a commitment to competitiveness, which could lead to increased interest in hockey among local fans, potentially boosting attendance and engagement with the sport in the Terrell Hills community.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
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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