Blues Sign Chris Stewart to One-Year Extension

The St. Louis Blues announced on Thursday that they have signed right wing Chris Stewart to a one-year contract extension worth $3 million.  He would have been a restricted free agent on July 1.  In 79 games last season, he had 15 goals and 15 assists for 30 points and 109 penalty minutes.  While Stewart struggled a bit offensively last season, this is still a solid signing for the Blues.  He has lots of offensive upside, plenty of goal-scoring skill, and plays with lots of toughness and grit.  Look for Stewart to work on his offensive game this off-season and become more of an offensive threat for the Blues throughout the 2012-13 season.