Blue Jackets Trade Rumors Start Swirling
We'll discuss Darren Dreger's comments on Laine and Provorov, David Jiricek, and more!
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In today’s edition, we’ll discuss the trade rumors around Ivan Provorov and Patrik Laine, the most recent game against the Flames, and more!
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Blue Jackets Should Trade Ivan Provorov
January 27, 2024 by Nicholas Arnold
It’s been a tough season for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Despite flashes of optimism in the offseason – through a shiny new third overall pick, adding a couple of top-four defensemen, and a fresh faced rookie head coach – the team is no better. I’m not being hyperbolic…they are literally no better. On Jan. 27 of 2023 and 2024, the team only had 15 wins through their respective seasons. It’s actually a pretty wild stat, when you think about it.
Ivan Provorov was one of those defenders that was brought in with hopes of shoring up the team’s blue line. On Jan. 26 it was reported by TSN’s Darren Dreger that the team is now listening to trade offers for the Russian. Moving on from Provorov would benefit the long-term health of the franchise and is something the team should do.
Blue Jackets Defeat Flames 5-2, Sweep Season Series
January 26, 2024 by William Espy
The Columbus Blue Jackets made their yearly trip to Calgary, Alberta to take on the Calgary Flames on Thursday. It marked the second time that Johnny Gaudreau returned to his former stomping grounds since signing with the Blue Jackets in July 2022. It was also the teams’ first meeting following the infamous hit on Patrik Laine by Rasmus Andersson earlier this season.
Blue Jackets Willing To Listen To Offers For Provorov & Laine
January 26, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The struggling Columbus Blue Jackets will likely be selling at the trade deadline this season as they currently sit near the bottom of the standings at the end of January. With the team having some money locked up in a few players, they are expected to try and listen to offers on just about anybody, and those beliefs were confirmed Thursday (Jan. 25) evening.
According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, the Blue Jackets are willing to listen to trade offers for defenceman Ivan Provorov and forward Patrik Laine. At the same time, he mentioned that there is plenty of interest in Boone Jenner, but there is almost no chance they move him unless a team overpays.
Blue Jackets Need Clear Development Plan for David Jiricek
January 25, 2024 by Mark Scheig
The Columbus Blue Jackets will clearly not make the playoffs this season. But what’s less clear is what they’re doing with one of their top prospects.
Defenseman David Jiricek finds himself in a rather tough spot these days. Assuming things go according to Wednesday’s practice in Calgary, he will find himself a healthy scratch once again. In a season where the Blue Jackets have to maximize any and all development opportunities for players, the way Jiricek has been handled is certainly curious. It shows the lack of a clear plan. But how did we get here?
Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Werenski, Laine & More
January 23, 2024 by Mark Scheig
The Columbus Blue Jackets have embarked on their road trip to Western Canada, Seattle and St. Louis. It seems they are getting some welcomed news at the start of the trip.
Welcome back to Blue Jackets News & Rumors. This week’s edition will heavily focus on injury updates and the potential impact to the roster. A pair of prominent players are primed to return to the lineup in short order.