Marco Scandella, a 34-year-old defenseman, remains unsigned after a season with the St. Louis Blues, where he recorded two goals, eight points, 70 hits, and a plus-2 rating in 65 games. Although his performance was not spectacular, he demonstrated his ability to handle bottom-pairing minutes and contribute to the penalty kill. Scandella's experience and serviceability could make him a candidate for a professional tryout agreement as teams look to bolster their defensive depth. Previously, he played three seasons with the Sabres, accumulating 14 goals and 44 points in 176 games before being traded to the Canadiens.