Nystrom was released by the Blues on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom was likely just a filler as guys were away at the World Cup of Hockey and will be looking for a new home. Last season, the winger recorded seven goals, 20 PIM, and 92 hits with the Predators, but appeared in only 46 contests due to injury. If he does land a spot on an NHL roster, the 33-year-old is unlikely to secure anything more than a bottom-six role and will offer limited fantasy value.

Nystrom signed a professional tryout agreement (PTO) with St. Louis on Thursday, James Mirtle of TSN 1050 reports.

EDGE Analysis

The left wingman was relatively unproductive with Nashville last season as he managed only seven goals and no assists in 46 games played. However, at 33 years old, he would bring hockey acumen and a good sense of the ice to any team he eventually joins. If the veteran ends up signing with the Blues, he would likely compete for a third-line role behind up-and-coming forwards Jaden Schwartz and Robby Fabbri.

Nystrom cleared buyout waivers Thursday, TSN's Bob McKenzie reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom had to be placed on unconditional waivers in order for the Predators to execute a contract buyout on the 33-year-old winger. General manager David Poile was unsuccessful in his attempt to trade the physical winger ahead of the 2016 NHL Entry Draft, and with free agency looming, it makes sense for the big boss to simply cut his losses and move on. Buying out the 10-year veteran, who only produced seven points -- all goals -- last season saves Nashville $2 million in 2016-17.

Nystrom has been placed on waivers in order for Nashville to buyout the remainder of his contract, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom was the subject of trade speculation heading into the 2016 NHL Draft, but it appears that after general manager David Poile was unable to find a team willing to give something up for the 33-year-old, the Predators will buyout the remaining year on his contract. The move will provide Nashville with an extra $2 million in cap space for 2016-17. Nystrom's production has continued to drop off over the past few years and he has been replaced in the depth chart by fellow wingers Colton Sissons and Miikka Salomaki who are younger and cheaper.

The Predators are actively shopping Nystrom, who comes with a $2.5 million cap hit next season. "We're getting close to a deadline in that situation," general manager David Poile said. "A buyout is possible if I'm unable to make a trade, but we're going to do something in that area."

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom inked a four-year, $10 million contract with the Preds in 2013, but significant injuries to his lower body and foot curtailed his production the last two seasons. The 33-year-old only played in 46 games in 2015-16, recording a minus-6 rating with seven goals and counting as his only points. He might end up latching on with a club that needs a checking specialist -- Nystrom has collected more than 100 hits in six of the past eight seasons and easily would've hit that mark in the most recent campaign had he played more games.

Nystrom (foot) will rejoin the lineup Monday against the Kings, Robby Stanley of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom hasn't seen any action since Jan. 26 because of the broken foot, but that extended absence will finally come to close Monday. The 33-year-old winger doesn't produce much offensively (seven points in 40 games), so he still remains off the fantasy radar in nearly all leagues.

Nystrom (foot) was recalled Sunday from his conditioning assignment with AHL Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom scored a goal in Saturday's contest with the Admirals, his first game action since breaking his foot Jan. 26 against the Canucks. It appears the Predators have deemed him healthy enough to rejoin the club, but with just seven points (all goals) through 40 contests this season, his return to the lineup shouldn't have much of a fantasy impact. Still, expect another update when that date finally surfaces.

Nystrom (foot) was reassigned to AHL Milwaukee on a conditioning assignment Wednesday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom has been out since Jan. 26 missing a total of 21 contests. Prior to being hurt, the winger potted seven goals while averaging a mere 11:38 in ice time per game. The Admirals will play three games over the upcoming weekend which will test whether or not the 32-year-old is ready to return.

Nystrom (foot) has been placed on injured reserve, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom had already been diagnosed with a broken foot, so it's not a huge surprise that he's been placed on IR given the timetable that comes with the issue. He'll be eligible to return after seven days on injured reserve retroactive to the last game he played in, but will likely require multiple weeks of rest and rehab before the discussion of a return to the lineup begins.

Nystrom suffered a broken foot in Tuesday's game, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's not immediately clear how long Nystrom will be sidelined, but he is facing a multiple-week absence with his broken foot. His setback could open up more opportunities for Kevin Fiala, but the Predators' plans for the youngster are not certain.