St. Louis Blues, Washington Capitals Exchange AHL Players

This morning, the St. Louis Blues and Washington Capitals made a notable trade involving players from their AHL affiliates. The deal includes the exchange of defensemen Corey Schueneman and Calle Rosen, along with an additional trade of forward Sam Bitten.

Details of the Player Exchange

• Players Involved:
  • Calle Rosen transferred to the St. Louis Blues.
  • Corey Schueneman moved to the Washington Capitals.
  • Sam Bitten sent to the Hershey Bears.
• Future Considerations: The details of the future considerations were not disclosed.

Performance Insights

Calle Rosen had a productive season with the Hershey Bears. He was tied for the team lead in points and led in assists, amassing six assists overall. Rosen previously played with the Springfield Thunderbirds for two seasons, where he achieved 61 points in 108 games.

Corey Schueneman, known for his strong defensive skills, led all Thunderbirds defensemen in scoring. He recorded six points and five assists, ranking fourth on the team. His AHL career statistics show he has played 316 games, scoring 116 points, and he has contributed to multiple game-winning efforts.

Sam Bitten, participating in his third AHL season, has struggled to make an impact this year, failing to record points across four games and holding a minus-one rating.

Statistical Highlights

Both teams aim to strengthen their AHL line-ups with this trade, reflecting strategic moves to enhance player performance this season. The Blues look for Rosen’s experience to bolster their defense, while Schueneman hopes to thrive with the Bears.