Blues Rookie Otto Stenberg Impresses, Steps Up Amid Suter Injury

Blues rookie Otto Stenberg, a 2023 first-round pick, has made a strong impression since his Dec. 15 recall from the AHL. The 20-year-old forward has recorded four assists in his first six NHL games, including one against the Sabres. With Pius Suter sidelined by injury, Stenberg's waiver-exempt tenure is extended, and coach Jim Montgomery trusts him to fill Suter's versatile roles, including on the penalty kill. Stenberg aims to develop his offensive game and become a top-six player.