How can the Blues fill a possible hole left by Nick Leddy?

Some people like St. Louis Blues defenseman Nick Leddy. But, as I’ve mentioned in my lede, Leddy probably won’t stay with St. Louis.

The Blues should take a closer look at Leddy. He wrapped up his final season of a seven-year, $5.5 million contract. Of course, there’s a chance he’ll stay in the Midwest because of the “Minnesota connection” that he shares with his fellow Minnesotans. However, I’m not sure. The Blues might want to get a defenseman that plays physically and shoots big shots.

“But what about Scott Perunovich?” you ask.

Perunovich, who’s currently 23 years old, is a restricted free agent. He recently wrapped up a two-year, $4.35 million contract. He’ll turn 24 on August 18th.

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