Nathan Walker inks a two-year extension deal worth $1.775 million with the St. Louis Blues

St. Louis Blues forward Nathan Walker has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension on September 17, 2025, Wednesday, as reported by the NHL. The St. Louis Blues have secured forward Nathan Walker for the coming seasons, locking him for the next two years.

It was announced by the team President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Doug Armstrong.

According to reports, Nathan Walker’s new deal is worth US$1.775 million total, carrying an average annual value (AAV) of $887,500. Walker played a total of 73 regular-season games with the Blues last season, setting a career high with 16 points (eight goals, eight assists) while leading the team with 63 penalty minutes and 281 hits.

St. Louis forward Nathan Walker signs a two-year contract extension deal

Nathan Walker, the 31-year-old forward, has reportedly signed a two-year contract extension deal with the St. Louis Blues on 17th September. The 2025-26 season will mark Walker’s seventh season with the Blues after the team signed him as a free agent on July 1, 2019.According to the New York Times, in 2024-25, Nathan Walker was chosen as a key member of the Blues’ fourth line, scoring eight goals and 16 points in 73 games. He was also one of the more physical players in the lineup, leading the Blues and ranking No.

7 in the NHL in hits (281), and was tied for second on the team in fighting majors (five). Speaking to The Atlantic, Walker said on Wednesday, “Everyone wants to play 1,000 games in the NHL and make tons of money, but we love it here, my family and I, and I love being a part of the St. Louis community and being a Blue.” He further added, “The history that this place has — it’s something truly special to me.He has reportedly appeared in 229 career NHL regular-season games, totaling 56 points (28 goals, 28 assists) and 122 penalty minutes. Walker also captured the 2018 Stanley Cup as a member of the Washington Capitals.

What’s in store for the future of St. Louis?

From the Blues’ point of view, locking in Walker for another two years means they’re securing some solid forward player who has been associated with the team for a long time. Experts believe that as training camp draws near, Walker’s new deal will eliminate one more uncertainty for St. Louis, as the team gears up for another competitive season this year.Also read: Are the Maple Leafs working on a contract extension for goaltender Anthony Stolarz? | NHL News - The Times of IndiaWith him secured and the team’s core and depth on the rise, the expectation is that Walker will step up in a solid supporting role, someone who will be more impactful than in his other seasons. However, by re-signing Walker, the Blues have proven how much they value heart, grit, and experience.