Justin Barron Claimed Off Waivers by St. Louis Blues From Predators

The St. Louis Blues claimed 24-year-old defenseman Justin Barron off waivers from the Nashville Predators on Sunday. Barron, a 2020 first-round pick carrying a $1.575 million cap hit, posted nine assists in 52 games with Nashville last season. He brings 208 games of NHL experience to a St. Louis blueline currently dealing with injuries to Logan Mailloux and Tyler Tucker.