Milan Lucic is back in the NHL on a professional tryout with the St. Louis Blues, a veteran forward who has spent 17 seasons and 1,177 games across six NHL stops. At 37, his last action came in 2023-24 with Boston, where he tallied two assists in four games before stepping away for the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program. He’s completed the program and earned reinstatement, putting him in the Blues’ camp and in the running for a depth, physical-wood role.

This PTO signals depth-building for STL and a test of whether Lucic can still bring his hallmark edge to an NHL roster. His career totals—586 points on 233 goals and 353 assists—are a reminder of what a veteran presence can offer on a checking line, especially if he can recapture form and conditioning to win a contract and secure a regular-season slot.

Fantasy managers should watch for conditioning updates and camp impressions. A non-guaranteed PTO means Lucic must earn a deal; if he does, he could contribute as a fourth-line winger and special-teams depth, particularly on energy shifts and board battles. The Blues’ familiarity with his breadth of experience adds intrigue for late-round depth and potential in deeper leagues.