Blues Add Scott Nichol and Brett Sterling

The St. Louis Blues have announced that they have signed center Scott Nichol to a one-year contract and left wing Brett Sterling to a one-year, two-way contract. Both deals are worth $600,000. In 56 games last season with the San Jose Sharks, Nichol had four goals and three assists for seven points and 50 penalty minutes. Sterling appeared in seven games last season with the Pittsburgh Penguins, scoring three goals and two assists for five points. He also played in 65 games with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton of the AHL, scoring 27 goals and 26 assists for 53 points and 88 penalty minutes. Nichol isn't a bad depth signing for the Blues, as he is a very competitive player on the ice who plays with lots of grit and toughness. He should be a good addition to their checking lines next season. Sterling brings some offensive potential to the Blues, but most of his offensive success has come at the minor-league level. He will likely have to fight for a roster spot at training camp in September.