The Best #15 in St. Louis Blues History – The Hockey Writers – St Louis Blues

As I did with the new players’ numbers, I am going to take a look at the history of the No. 15 in Blues’ history. Let’s take things a step further after that and identify five notable No. 15s in team history.

History of 15

29 players have worn No. 15 in Blues’ history (not counting Dvorsky). That ties for third among most worn numbers by a Blue.

Bill McCreary, a member of the original Blues, was the first to wear No. 15. He wore the number each of the three seasons he played in St. Louis. Jakub Vrana is the latest to wear it. He joined the Blues during the 2022-23 season, but was placed on waivers the following season.

Five Notable #15s

Bill McCreary (1968-1971)

As mentioned earlier, McCreary was part of the original Blues during the 1967-68 season. The Michigan native scored 50 goals over four seasons in St. Louis, helping the team reach the Stanley Cup Final in each of their first three seasons.

While the Blues failed to capture Lord Stanley (or even win a game in the series), it was one of the best runs for an expansion team. McCreary played a key role in the team’s early success.

Mark Reeds (1983-1987)

Mark Reeds spent six of his eight seasons wearing the Blue Note. He never recorded more than 39 points, but he was a hardworking winger. While he did not put up flashy numbers like Brett Hull or Bernie Ferderko, Blues fans still respected him for his hardworking play and commitment to being a defensive-minded forward.

Craig Janney (1992-1995)

When the Blues traded Adam Oates during the 1992 season, it felt like they were losing a big part of their offense. However, Craig Janney came to the Blues in the trade and made an impact on the team. In his first full season wearing the Blue Note, the Hartford native scored 24 goals and added 106 points. He ranks sixth in team history for most points in a single season.

Janney followed that up with 84 points in 1993-94. Unfortunately, his playing time decreased the following season, and he was traded to the San Jose Sharks. His time in St. Louis may have been short, but it had some productivity. Unfortunately, his time in St. Louis is more memorable for Oates’ departure than anything Janney did.

Jamie Langenbrunner (2012-2013)

Then-general manager Doug Armstrong signed Jamie Langenbrunner during the summer of 2011 to bring an experienced veteran to the Blues’ locker room. The Blues, while talented, were failing to play consistently enough to qualify for the playoffs. Langenbrunner helped change the mindset in the locker room. While playing in a depth role, the two-time Stanley Cup champion helped the Blues win the Central Division. Furthermore, the Blues won their first playoff series since 2002. Langenbrunner scored a big third-period goal in the series-clinching win.

Langenbrunner only played in four games the following season due to a torn labrum. He would retire in January 2014. The Blues were the final team he played for.

Robby Fabbri (2016-2020, 2025)

Robby Fabbri made an immediate impact with the Blues during his rookie season in 2015-16. After scoring 18 goals in the regular season, the Ontario native recorded 15 points in the playoffs as the Blues advanced to the Western Conference Final for the first time since 2001.

Unfortunately, the forward tore his ACL in 2017 and 2018, missing all of the 2017-18 season. When he returned, he was a part-time player. While he won the Stanley Cup in 2019, he never returned to his 2016 self. He was traded to the Detroit Red Wings the following season.

Dvorsky’s Turn

Dvorsky will be the latest Blue to wear No. 15. As the 10th-overall pick in 2023, there is a lot of hope the Slovak native will emerge as a top player on the team. He showed glimpses of what he could do last season, including an impressive performance in the Olympics.

It is now Dvorsky’s turn. What will he do while wearing No. 15?