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Yeo hires longtime assistant Sydor for Blues’ vacant coaching staff

ST. LOUIS — Darryl Sydor, a longtime member of coach Mike Yeo’s staffs in Minnesota and the American Hockey League, has rejoined his former boss as the first hire on the Blues’ revamped coaching staff.

Sydor, who finished an 18-year NHL playing career with the Blues in the 2009-10 season, signed a three-year contract with St. Louis.

Sydor previously coached under Yeo with the Minnesota Wild for five seasons and the AHL’s Houston Aeros for one season.

“I am excited to have Darryl back on my staff,” said Yeo, who is starting from scratch with his staff as he begins his first full season as St.