Capitals deal Connor McMichael, 16th pick to Blues for Jordan Kyrou

Field Level Media|published: Tue 23rd June, 18:37 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; St. Louis Blues right wing Jordan Kyrou (25) controls the puck in the third period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The Washington Capitals acquired proven goal-scorer Jordan Kyrou from the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday for center Connor McMichael, 2025 draft pick Milton Gastrin and a first-round selection in the NHL draft that begins Friday.

Kyrou, 28, rolled up 168 goals in eight years for the Blues -- including three straight 30-plus-goal seasons from 2022-23 through 2024-25. The Toronto native posted just 18 goals in 72 games during the 2025-26 season.

McMichael appeared in parts of six seasons for the Capitals, including four full campaigns, and compiled 67 goals and 87 assists in 315 games. He has won 43% of his career faceoffs.

Gastrin, selected in the second round of the 2025 draft, stayed in Sweden after being drafted. He made his North American debut during the 2026 AHL playoffs when he appeared in one game for the Hershey Bears.

The Capitals sent the No. 16 overall pick to the Blues, which means St. Louis holds four first-round picks for Friday: Nos. 11, 15, 16 and 29.

--Field Level Media

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