Blue Jackets may not be done
Aaron Portzline: The Columbus Blue Jackets are not finished yet.
They are still listening to trade offers on Artemi Panarin but are saying it’s going to take a huge offer for them to move him. They want immediate help and futures if they are going to trade him.
David Pagnotta: The Blue Jackets may be looking to add a ‘sturdy defenseman’ and they have the salary cap space to add one. Forward Alex Wennberg’s status with the Blue Jackets is also uncertain.
GM Jarmo Kekalainen likely isn’t done as they are gambling and going all-in.
Michael Arace: Just spitballing but could see the Blue Jackets looking for depth on the blueline. Rangers Adam McQuaid?
Brian Hedger: With defenseman Ryan Murray out “indefinitely,” the Blue Jackets could use a solid, veteran defenseman.
Sportsnet 650: David Pagnotta on Friday on the Blue Jackets: “The Jackets have been working the back channels on another number one goalie. If they move Bobrovsky you’re probably going to see them make another deal for a goalie almost immediately. Wouldn’t be surprised if it’s Quick.”
Dzingel interested in a Blue Jackets extension?
Jeff Svoboda: Newly acquired Ryan Dzingel on if he’d have interest in signing with the Columbus Blue Jackets long-term: “I know the place very well. My family is close. There’s a lot of things I like about the whole situation. It’s definitely a possibility and I’m definitely looking forward to seeing what comes of that.”
Could Dzingel end up in Chicago or out West this offseason?
Charlie Roumeliotis: It wouldn’t be a surprise if the Chicago Blackhawks signed pending UFA Ryan Dzingel this offseason.
Jonathan Davis: Was told back in January that Dzingel may be looking to sign with a team out West this offseason.
