Jeremy Rutherford: Quick thoughts on the St. Louis Blues signing Brandon Saad for five years at $4.5 million.
- “Getting him at that price ($4.5 million AAV) might make Army more willing to retain some of Tarasenko’s salary.
- Perhaps teams who were in on Saad might pivot to Tarasenko, especially if the Blues are going to retain salary.”
Perry left money on the table
Frank Seravalli: Corey Perry took less money to sign with the Tampa Bay Lightning.