Blues Secure Broberg with 6-Year Contract Extension
The St. Louis Blues have secured defenseman Philip Broberg with a six-year contract extension. The deal is valued at $48 million, equating to an average annual value of $8 million. This development was announced by Doug Armstrong, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Blues.
Philip Broberg’s Career Overview
Broberg, who is 24 years old, is currently in his second season with the Blues. He initially joined the team as a restricted free agent on August 20, 2024. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing 210 pounds, Broberg has made a significant impact on the ice this season.
Current Season Performance
- Games Played: 45
- Points: 14 (2 goals, 12 assists)
- Penalty Minutes: 6
Last season, Broberg achieved a total of 29 points in 68 regular-season games, leading the Blues’ defensemen with a plus-21 rating. Overall, he has participated in 194 career regular-season games, amassing 56 points, which include 12 goals and 44 assists, along with 32 penalty minutes and a plus-16 rating.
Postseason Experience and Future Prospects
In addition to his regular-season contributions, Broberg has played in 27 career postseason games. Notably, he participated in 10 postseason games in the 2023-24 season, helping the Edmonton Oilers advance to the Stanley Cup Final.
International Recognition
Broberg was drafted eighth overall by the Edmonton Oilers in 2019. He has recently been selected to represent Team Sweden in the upcoming Olympic Winter Games in Milano Cortina 2026, marking another high point in his burgeoning career.
