For months, St. Louis Blues fans have been worried about goaltender Joel Hofer receiving an offer sheet. It wasn’t unwarranted. The Edmonton Oilers need a goalie, and what could make them happier than retaliating against the Blues,

St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer signed a two-year contract extension worth $6.8 million on Saturday. Hofer, who turns 25 on July 30, was scheduled to become a restricted free agent on Tuesday.

The St. Louis Blues have solidified their goaltending future by signing Joel Hofer to a two-year, $6.8 million contract extension. This deal reflects the team's confidence in the 24-year-old, who has demonstrated consistent performance and growth since his NHL debut in 2021.