Blues Sign Jason Arnott and Jamie Langenbrunner

The St. Louis Blues have announced that they have signed center Jason Arnott and right wing Jamie Langenbrunner to one-year contracts worth $2.8 million. In 73 games last season with the New Jersey Devils and Washington Capitals, Arnott had 17 goals and 14 assists for 31 points. Langenbrunner appeared in 70 games last season with the Devils and Dallas Stars, scoring nine goals and 23 assists for 32 points. These aren't bad signings for the Blues, as both players will bring lots of veteran depth to the forward lines. Arnott adds a good shot to the team, as well as plenty of offensive skill and experience to the power play. Langenbrunner brings a wealth of leadership qualities to the Blues, as well as some offensive skill and versatility to the forward lines. Not only will both players serve as second or third line forwards, but will also likely help mentor some of the younger players in St. Louis.

Stars Acquire Jamie Langenbrunner from Devils

The Dallas Stars announced today that they have acquired right wing Jamie Langenbrunner from the New Jersey Devils in exchange for a conditional third round pick in the 2011 Entry Draft. Langenbrunner, who will be an unrestricted free agent this summer, will begin his second stint with the Stars. He played in Dallas from 1994 to 2002 when he was traded to the Devils with Joe Nieuwendyk in exchange for Jason Arnott, Randy McKay, and a first round pick in 2002. In 31 games so far this season, he has four goals and 10 assists for 14 points. He missed eight games in November with a neck injury. In 996 career NHL games with the Stars and Devils, he has 232 goals and 388 assists for 620 points. Not a bad move for the Stars, as Langenbrunner will add lots of offensive depth to the team. He is extremely versatile and has lots of leadership qualities, so he should be an excellent addition for Dallas as they continue to make a push for the playoffs.