Daoust was the leading scorer last season for the Houston Aeros, Minnesota's affiliate in the AHL.
The 26-year-old Daoust had 21 goals and 34 assists in 78 games for the Aeros. The Quebec native signed with Houston as a free agent before last season, previously playing for the AHL affiliate of the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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