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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Adds helper in win
Klim Kostin notched an assist and four hits in Saturday’s 7-3 win over the Kings.Kostin had a hand in the second of David Perron’s three goals in the contest. Despite a first-line assignment at even strength, Kostin’s overall usage is more representative of a bottom-six forward. He has two goals, one assist, six shots on net, 12 hits and four PIM through three contests, but he’s likely just keeping a seat warm for Brandon Saad (COVID-19 protocols). When the St. Louis Blues’ lineup is fully healthy, it’s unlikely Kostin plays above the third line.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Nets pair in season debut
Klim Kostin scored two goals, doled out three hits and added two PIM in Monday’s 7-4 win over the Coyotes.Kostin scored twice in a span of 47 seconds during the second period to give the St. Louis Blues full control of the contest. The Russian winger saw 10:58 of ice time, likely aided by Pavel Buchnevich’s early ejection. Kostin could move up to a more prominent role should Buchnevich receive a suspension. For now, fantasy managers will want to monitor Kostin’s role and usage as he tries to carve out an everyday spot in the lineup. He profiles as a physical, bottom-line option with a decent scoring touch for 2021-22, but the Blues’ wing depth could limit his potential.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Returns to NHL
Klim Kostin was recalled from the minors Tuesday.Kostin’s demotion to AHL Springfield was expected to be temporary as part of the Opening Night roster shuffle. Still, the 22-year-old winger may struggle to get into the lineup and may have to periodically serve as a healthy scratch in the press box.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Bounced to minors
Klim Kostin was demoted to AHL Springfield on Monday.Kostin’s time in the minors may be short-lived once Oskar Sundqvist (knee) is officially designated for injured reserve. The 22-year-old Kostin has logged a mere six games for the St. Louis Blues over the last two seasons. In those outings, the Russian tallied one goal on five shots, one assist and 15 hits. If Kostin is brought back up to the NHL, he may have to settle for a spot in the press box as a healthy scratch.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Avoids serious injury
Klim Kostin (upper body) was back at practice Monday and appears to have avoided any long-term injuries, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.Kostin likely was held out for precautionary reasons from Saturday’s preseason contest in which he sustained his upper-body issue. The 22-year-old winger is poised to challenge for a top-six role with the St. Louis Blues this year and should avoid any time in the minors with a ceiling likely in the 20-30 point range.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Suffers upper-body injury
Klim Kostin won’t return to Saturday’s preseason game versus the Blackhawks due to an upper-body injury.An update regarding the severity of Kostin’s injury should be released in the coming days. In the meantime, the 22-year-old winger should be considered day-to-day.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Making season debut
Klim Kostin will be promoted to St. Louis’ active roster and make his season debut Wednesday versus Minnesota, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.Kostin has spent the majority of the 2020-21 campaign with Avangard Omsk of the KHL, picking up seven goals and 18 points in 43 contests. The 2017 first-round pick will likely slot into a bottom-six role for Wednesday’s contest.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Headed to St. Louis
Klim Kostin will return to St. Louis on Tuesday. The 21-year-old forward will join the St. Louis Blues’ taxi squad after completing his mandatory quarantine, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reports.Kostin was pretty solid in the KHL this season, picking up seven goals and 18 points in 43 contests with Avangard Omsk. He could be an option during the postseason if the Blues are able to hold onto a playoff spot.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Remains in KHL
Klim Kostin remains on loan from the St. Louis Blues with Omsk Avangard of the KHL, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.At this point, it seems unlikely that Kostin will return to the AHL this season. The 2017 first-round pick (31st overall) the last three seasons in the AHL following his draft selection, but he never showed enough to secure a consistent role with the big club. The 21-year-old is starting to find his game in his home country, as he’s now produced eight points over the last three games, bringing his total to 17 points through 38 contests. This could provide the confidence that Kostin needs to make it at the NHL level. The 2021-22 season still seems like his best target at this time.
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Blues’ Klim Kostin: Hung up with visa issues
Coach Craig Berube said Thursday that Klim Kostin won’t join the team at training camp right away because of visa issues, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reports.Berube’s unsure when Kostin will be back in North America, but he signaled that the 6-foot-3 center would get an opportunity with the big club once he returns. The St. Louis Blues loaned Kostin to Omsk Avangard of the KHL back in September. The 21-year-old has played 23 games with the team this year, posting a goal and four helpers.
