Connor McMichael files for salary arbitration with St. Louis Blues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 3:56 AM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
Connor McMichael filed for salary arbitration as one of 15 NHL players on July 6, 2026. The forward, recently acquired by the St. Louis Blues from the Washington Capitals, had been under contract for two years at a $2.1 million annual average. After making 46 points last season, he is viewed as a key asset for the Blues moving forward. Hearings for arbitration cases are scheduled between July 20 and August 1. Teams have the option to settle before the hearings take place.
- •McMichael had a two-year, $4.2 million contract with the Capitals.
- •He recorded 46 points in 72 games last season.
- •Arbitration hearings are set from July 20 to August 1.
- •Teams can settle arbitration cases before hearings begin.
- •McMichael is viewed as an important addition for the Blues.
- 3:56 AMYahoo Sports — Connor McMichael One Of 15 Players To File For Salary Arbitration
"Newly acquired forward, Blues had until 4 p.m. (CT) Sunday to sign offer sheet, elect to go to arbitration if not signed
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