Dylan Holloway Expected to Return to St. Louis Blues Lineup

St. Louis Blues forward Dylan Holloway is anticipated to return to the lineup when the team hosts the Seattle Kraken on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET. The game marks the Blues’ first contest following the Olympic break.

Holloway’s Injury and Recovery

Holloway has been sidelined for 23 of the last 24 games due to a right high ankle sprain sustained during practice on December 14, 2025. He briefly returned to action in a 5-0 loss to the Edmonton Oilers on January 18, 2026, after missing 15 games, but subsequently missed the following eight games.

Holloway acknowledged that his initial return may have been premature, stating, “I feel much better. Obviously it’s been tough being out. It [stinks]. It’s hard mentally, but I’m definitely feeling a lot better than I did before I tried to play the last time.”

Season Stats and Player Profile

In 34 games played this season, Dylan Holloway has recorded 17 points, consisting of eight goals and nine assists. NHL.com provides updated statistics and news regarding Holloway’s performance.

Holloway, born September 23, 2001, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, plays as a centre and shoots left. He was originally selected 14th overall by the Edmonton Oilers in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft before being traded to the St. Louis Blues. Wikipedia details his early career, including his time with the Okotoks Oilers of the Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) and the Wisconsin Badgers of the NCAA’s Sizeable Ten Conference.

Robert Thomas’ Status

In addition to Holloway’s expected return, Robert Thomas has been practicing for the second time since undergoing a right leg procedure on January 31, 2026. However, his status for Thursday’s game remains to be determined.

Blues coach Jim Montgomery commented on Thomas’ progress, saying, “I just talked to him at the end [of practice]. Said he felt good. It’s a good step, but it’s not all the way there yet.”