It's Sunny in St. Louis; Sundqvist Returns to Blues

 

The St. Louis Blues have signed free agent center Oskar Sundqvist to a one-year contract, worth $755,000. Sundqvist, 29, played 67 games with 10 goals, 18 assists, 28 points, and a -4 combined between the Detroit Red Wings and Minnestoa Wild. The assists for Sundqvist were a career high. 

Sundqvist returns to the Blues; the team that he had his best success with from (2017-2022). Sundqvist had his best season in 2018-2019. That season, Sundqvist played 74 games with 14 goals, 17 assists, 31 points, and a -1. The games, goals, and points were all career highs for Sundqvist. Sundqvist also had career highs in both hits (101) and in blocked shots (31). Sundqvist helped the Blues win their first Stanley Cup in franchise history, and his 2nd of his career. Sundqvist won his first Stanley Cup in 2015-2016, with the Pittsburgh Penguins. 

Overall, as a member of the Blues, Sundqvist played 242 games with 35 goals, 48 assists, 83 points, and a -3. 

Overall, Sundqvist has played 8 seasons in the NHL. Sundqvist has played 355 games with 50 goals, 73 assists, 123 points, and a -10. In the playoffs, Sundqvist has played 37 games with 5 goals, 5 assists, 11 points, and a plus 3. 

Sundqvist should be a great addition for the Blues roster. He's a great 4th line player, who at times can see the 3rd line. He also brings lots of energy to the team and is good on the penalty kill. As to the 4th line, it will be Sammy Blais, Sundqvist, and Alexey Toropchenko. It's a win-win for both the Blues and Sundqvist. 

Will the Blues make any other moves this offseason? Do you think they look better so far with Keven Hayes and Sundqvist? I think they do look better. I think they'll trade a defenseman to try to improve their cap situation at some points.