The Blues' playoff chances are looking murky at best, and that has led to some trade speculation involving their captain.

The St. Louis Blues captain, a veteran of the NHL who first broke into the league in 2009, knows the drill. The 33-year-old understands it’s that time of the year when names get bandied around in rumors with the trade deadline fast approaching on March 7.

According to Chris Johnston, the Blues are “at least gauging interest” on veteran forward and captain Brayden Schenn. He may not be part of the franchise’s long-term plans, but they aren’t about to give him away in a trade,