# Ross Johnston Gives the Blues the Enforcer They've Been Missing

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Podcast: [Locked On Blues - Daily Podcast On The St. Louis Blues](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-blues-daily-podcast-on-the-st-louis-blues-468518)
Published: 2026-07-02T05:44:30+00:00
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## Resource

The St. Louis Blues added another layer of toughness in free agency, signing Ross Johnston to bring physicality, energy, and a true enforcer presence to the lineup. In this episode of Locked On Blues, Haley Taylor Simon breaks down Johnston's role with the Blues, why the organization targeted him, and how his style of play can help protect the team's young stars and skilled forwards. Plus, we discuss where Johnston fits into the lineup, what he brings beyond fighting, and whether this move signals a shift toward a tougher identity under new General Manager Alexander Steen. Could Johnston be the missing piece that helps the Blues become a harder team to play against in 2026-27? #stlouisblues #nhl #rossjohnston #alexandersteen #lockedonblues #nhlfreeagency #stlblues

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