Did the Columbus Blue Jackets suppose they’re farther alongside than Todd McLellan?
Brian Hedger: From a supply on the Todd McLellan scenario with the Columbus Blue Jackets, McLellan sensed simply how far the Blue Jackets are actually off from competing and getting again into the playoffs and Blue Jackets administration could probably not agree along with his ideas on that.
Three potential locations for Nick Robertson
Adam Proteau of the Hockey Information: Nick Robertson hasn’t discovered the suitable within the Toronto Maple Leafs roster. Accidents haven’t helped his progress in Toronto. Lately there have been studies that Robertson would love a change of surroundings. Some potential commerce locations for Robertson.
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San Jose Sharks – Robertson is from California and the Sharks can at all times use extra assist. The Maple Leafs don’t have a second-round decide for the subsequent two years. Would a second and a mid-tier prospect work for each side?
Columbus Blue Jackets – There will not be a top-six spot of their lineup proper now, but when they resolve to commerce Boone Jenner, there is likely to be. The Leafs would probably be in search of a draft decide and a good prospect.
Vegas Golden Knights – Robertson might assist their center six. They’ve all their second-round picks within the subsequent three drafts. A good prospect could also be okay for the Leafs.
The Canucks might use a puck-moving a defensemen, and are Vasily Podkolzin‘s days numbered?
Thomas Drance of The Athletic: (mailbag) The Vancouver Canucks might use some pick-moving defenseman choices outdoors of their top-pairing. Somebody like UFA Oliver Kylington at underneath $1 million for a 12 months or two would make sense. It additionally is sensible in the event that they wait till nearer to the commerce deadline to see what choices shake on the market.
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If Vasily Podkolzin doesn’t make the Canucks out of camp, his time in Vancouver may very well be nearing an finish. He wants waivers, so he might get claimed, or the Canucks might look to maneuver him earlier than putting him on waivers.