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The St. Louis Blues just pulled off a savvy trade, sending Jordan Kyrou to the Capitals for Connor McMichael — and GM Alexander Steen immediately locked him in with a six-year extension through 2032. While McMichael’s deal includes a no-trade clause, it’s smartly structured: he can be traded freely for the first three years, then gets veto power over three-team moves starting in 2028. This gives the Blues flexibility to adjust if needed while rewarding McMichael with security if he excels. It’s a sharp contrast to past GM Doug Armstrong’s missteps — notably failing to include full no-movement clauses for stars like Pietrangelo, Krug, and Parayko — and signals Steen’s new, more strategic approach to contract negotiations.

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