The Blues have placed captain Dallas Drake on NHL waivers, a process necessary to buy out the final season left on his contract.
On Sunday, Blues general manager Larry Pleau flew to Traverse City, Mich., where Drake lives in the off-season, to notify the 14-year veteran of the team’s decision.
"Yeah, it was a little bit of a shock, but it wasn’t unexpected either," said Tom Laidlaw, Drake’s agent. "Dallas understands his age (38) . . . although being the captain, it’s a little bit of a shock.
Drake worked his butt off for the Blues, although given his age and his style of play it isn't a surprise that he was a little banged up of late.
Truth is you didn't really need Drake and Dan Hinote on the same team.
Good luck to Dallas.
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