Key Highlights
- St. Louis Blues have acquired defenseman Calle Rosen from the Washington Capitals.
- Rosen will report to the Blues’ AHL affiliate, the Springfield Thunderbirds.
- The Thunderbirds traded forward Sam Bitten to the Hershey Bears in exchange for future considerations.
- Rosen has recorded seven points (one goal, six assists) in nine games with Hershey this season.
Blues Strengthen Defense Corps with Rosen Acquisition
The St. Louis Blues have bolstered their defense corps by acquiring veteran defenseman Calle Rosen from the Washington Capitals. The move was announced on November 3, 2025, by Doug Armstrong, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager for the Blues.
Details of the Trade
Rosen will join the Springfield Thunderbirds, the Blues’ American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate. In exchange, the Thunderbirds have traded forward Sam Bitten to the Hershey Bears, another NHL-affiliated team in the AHL, for future considerations.
Background on Calle Rosen
Rosen, 31 years old and originally from Vaxjo, Sweden, brings a wealth of experience to the Blues organization. He has played parts of six NHL seasons, including three with the Blues (2021-24). In the 2022-23 season, he logged 18 points in 49 regular-season games for St Louis.
While with the Hershey Bears this season, Rosen has been productive, recording seven points (one goal, six assists) across nine games. Throughout his career, he has amassed 198 points (36 goals, 162 assists) and 148 penalty minutes in 360 AHL regular-season games.
Impact on the Blues’ Defense Corps
Rosen’s addition to the Blues organization marks his second stint with the team. Between 2021 and 2024, he played in 73 NHL games for St Louis, where he contributed 26 points (10 goals, 16 assists) while maintaining a plus-16 rating. In his time with the Thunderbirds, Rosen tallied 61 points (6 goals, 55 assists).
The trade is seen as a strategic move by the Blues to strengthen their defense corps and provide depth in the AHL. As the Springfield Thunderbirds prepare for the remainder of the 2025-26 season, fans can expect Rosen to bring his experience and leadership to the team.
Springfield Thunderbirds’ Season Continues
The Springfield Thunderbirds are looking forward to welcoming Rosen back into their organization. Fans have until the end of the 2025-26 season to purchase single-game tickets or sign up for ticket memberships by visiting www.springfieldthunderbirds.com or calling (413) 739-GOAL (4625).
The Thunderbirds are part of the Atlantic Division in the Eastern Conference of the American Hockey League (AHL), serving as the primary developmental affiliate for the St. Louis Blues in the National Hockey League (NHL).
