Former Viper Strachan Re-Signs With Blues:

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Former Vernon Vipers defenceman Tyson Strachan has re-signed with the St. Louis Blues. Strachan played just one season in Vernon (2002-03) before playing four years at Ohio State University.

Blues re-sign defenseman Tyson Strachan

St. Louis Blues Executive Vice President and General Manager Doug Armstrong announced today the club has re-signed defenseman Tyson Strachan to a one-year contract.

Strachan, 25, played in eight games for the Blues last season, recording two assists and four penalty minutes. In addition, the 6-2, 215-pound defenseman skated in 65 games with Peoria, collecting 26 points (five goals, 21 assists) along with 75 penalty minutes.

The Melfort, Saskatchewan native was originally drafted by Carolina in the fifth round, 137th overall in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.