St. Louis Blues Make Splash in Free Agency with Connor McMichael Signing In a major move ahead of the NHL offseason, the St. Louis Blues have inked a significant deal with young forward Connor McMichael. The 22-year-old Canadian center has agreed to a six-year contract extension worth $6.75 million average annual value. The terms of the deal come as a pre-arbitration settlement, avoiding a potential lengthy negotiation process. McMichael's signing is expected to bolster the Blues' offense and provide a key building block for the team's future success. With the NHL's salary cap set to increase in the coming years, this deal could have significant implications for the Blues' roster and their pursuit of a Stanley Cup championship.

Blues sign Connor McMichael for 6 years, $6.75 million AAV in pre-arbitration settlement  The New York Times