Zach Dean Enters NHL/NHLPA Assistance Program | St. Louis Blues Prospect Out Indefinitely
St. Louis Blues prospect Zach Dean has officially entered the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program. In this video, we break down what this means for Dean, the Blues organization, and his future in the league. The program provides confidential care and support for players dealing with personal or mental health challenges, and Dean will be away from the team indefinitely while receiving help.
Drafted 30th overall by the Vegas Golden Knights in 2021 and traded to St. Louis in 2023, Dean has been viewed as a promising two-way forward with NHL potential. While there is no timeline for his return, the focus now is on his well-being and recovery.
We’ll also look at how the NHL and NHLPA’s program works, why it matters, and how the hockey community has supported players who take this step.
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