Blues to call up prospect Dalibor Dvorsky soon

Dalibor Dvorsky, a top prospect for the St. Louis Blues, is expected to be called up from the AHL’s Springfield Thunderbirds. This news comes from a source who spoke to The Athletic. The official announcement may happen Saturday night. Dvorsky was the No. 10 overall pick in the 2023 draft. This season, he has scored 20 goals and accumulated 43 points in 57 games played for Springfield. His performance, particularly on the power play where he scored 10 goals, has drawn attention. Blues general manager Doug Armstrong mentioned several factors would influence the call-up. He noted the team's performance and how Dvorsky can fit in. Armstrong emphasized the importance of Dvorsky's focus, saying he should stay grounded in Springfield for now. The call-up comes at a time when the Blues are dealing with injuries. Forward Pavel Buchnevich did not play in their recent 4-1 win against the Chicago Blackhawks due to an illness. With Buchnevich out, the team has only 12 healthy forwards on the roster. Dvorsky is traveling to St. Louis and was not in Springfield's lineup for their game against the Bridgeport Islanders. He may debut in a game soon or serve as a backup if further injuries occur.