Blues Secure Defenseman Calle Rosen in Trade with Capitals
In a recent move, the St. Louis Blues have strengthened their defense by acquiring Calle Rosen from the Washington Capitals. The trade was confirmed by Doug Armstrong, the Blues’ President of Hockey Operations and General Manager.
Details of the Trade
The Blues sent defenseman Corey Schueneman to the Capitals in exchange for Rosen. Following the trade, Rosen will report to the Blues’ AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds. Additionally, the Thunderbirds have traded forward Sam Bitten to the Hershey Bears, receiving future considerations in return.
Player Profile: Calle Rosen
Calle Rosen, a 31-year-old from Vaxjo, Sweden, has made a significant impact in the AHL this season. He has accumulated seven points, including one goal and six assists, in just nine games with the Hershey Bears.
- Age: 31
- Career AHL Statistics:
- Points: 198 (36 goals, 162 assists)
- Penalty Minutes: 148
- Games Played: 360
NHL Experience
Rosen has spent parts of six seasons in the NHL, including three with the Blues from 2021 to 2024. During the 2022-23 season, he achieved a personal best with 18 points, scoring eight goals and providing ten assists over 49 games.
Previous Tenure with the Blues
This is not Rosen’s first stint with the Blues. He has previously played 73 games with St. Louis and 108 games with Springfield from 2021 to 2024. His time with the Blues saw him record 26 points, while he contributed 61 points as a member of the Thunderbirds.
Upcoming Thunderbirds’ Season
Fans can now purchase single-game tickets and memberships for the remainder of the Springfield Thunderbirds’ 2025-26 season. Tickets can be ordered through the Thunderbirds’ website or by calling their office.
