The NHL has announced that St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas has been suspended indefinitely from all league activities. The suspension follows confirmation that he tested positive for a banned substance in a routine drug screening.
According to sources within the league, the test revealed the presence of a performance‑enhancing compound. The Blues organization released a brief statement saying they were “cooperating fully with the NHL’s investigation” and that Thomas has been placed on the league’s non‑innocence list.
Thomas, who has been a key player in the Blues’ forward line, is suspended with pay pending further review. Under NHL protocols, he cannot participate in any games, practices, or team events until the issue is resolved.
Fans and analysts are reacting with shock, noting Thomas’s reputation as a hard‑working and clean player. Questions remain about the specifics: which substance was detected, whether it was a result of intentional use or an accidental violation, and what the NHL’s disciplinary measures might be.
The NHL is expected to make a full disclosure in the coming days once the relevant laboratory and appeal processes are complete. Meanwhile, the Blues will have to reorganize their lineup without one of their top centers, as the team prepares for an upcoming stretch of critical games.
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