Golden Knights to Sign Brandon Saad for Rest of Season After Release From Blues

St. Louis Blues left wing Brandon Saad skates against the Calgary Flames. | Brett Holmes-Imagn Images

After mutually agreeing to terminate his contract with the St. Louis Blues, it didn't take long for Brandon Saad to find a new home in the NHL.

According to NHL insider Kevin Weekes, Saad has reached an agreement with the Vegas Golden Knights and is in the process of finalizing a contract with the team.

Saad, 32, had been with the Blues since the 2019-20 season, but was placed on waivers for the purpose of contract termination earlier this week. He then agreed to a mutual termination of his deal, opening the door for him to sign with any team and avoid a stint in the AHL.

Through 43 games this year, Saad has just 16 points. The one-time All-Star had been underperforming, leading to the Blues' decision to cut ties with him.

Now, he latches on with the Golden Knights who are hoping to push for a championship this season. Vegas (31-15-6) sits in second in the Pacific Division with 68 points in 52 games. Saad is a two-time Stanley Cup champion, so he figures to provide some invaluable postseason experience to the Golden Knights.

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