The Blue Jackets have a handful of skaters eligible for unrestrained free agency on July 1, 2025. Canada Day could be explosive for the fireworks and player movement in and out of Columbus as general manager Don Waddell continues to build upon his vision.
D Ivan Provorov
Voicing preference to stay in Columbus, all signs point to short term extension for the former Flyers’ first rounder to remain in the Buckeye state while his brother joins Ohio State in the Arms Race of the NCAA.
Luke Kunin
GMDW added him at the deadline for the fourth rounder he got for Alexandre Texier. It’s a coin flip whether he stays or goes. He and Evason crossed paths briefly in Minnesota.
Sean Kuraly
The Ohio local could be brought back for cheap. He was on the 2019 Bruins’ cup final roster.
Christian Fischer
The waiver claim and two time teammate of Werenski rode the pine late in the year.
Justin Danforth
Injury prone but stable presence. It’s TBD for Danny.
James van Riemsdyk
On a May episode of Spittin’ Chicklets, JvR was open about his brother’s success in Washington and about a return to Columbus.
Kevin Labanc
Spent half the season hurt. Doubtful of a return.
Dante Fabbro
Recent road on the street is the waiver claim is closing in on a long term extension.
Jack Johnson
Maybe one more year? Could see him being the cup winning presence this team needs. Harris might not be back.
Andrew Mangipanie?!
One of the Pallbearer’s for the late Johnny Gaudreau is set to hit the open market and not resign with the Washington Capitals. A reunion with Sean Monahan and the need for Columbus wingers/depth in the top six make sense for the winger approaching his prime.
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