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Blues' Robert Thomas to Miss Thursday for Personal Matter as Team Expects Friday Return

He has not played since Jan. 10 after a minor leg procedure sidelined him through the Olympic break.

Dec 10, 2024; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; St. Louis Blues forward Robert Thomas (18) celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Canucks during the first period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Blues said Thomas will be absent for Thursday’s game against the Kraken due to a personal matter and is on a short leave of absence.
  • The team expects him to rejoin the club on Friday, which could make him available Saturday against the Devils.
  • Thomas has missed 15 games this season because of earlier upper- and lower-body injuries and the late-January leg procedure.
  • He last appeared on Jan. 10 against the Golden Knights and has 11 goals and 22 assists for 33 points in 42 games, ranking second on the team in scoring.
  • St. Louis returns from the Olympic break at 20-28-9, sitting last in the Central Division and 14 points behind the final Western Conference wild-card spot with 25 games remaining.