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Murphy’s Hockey Law: Canadiens’ Cost For Marchenko; Draft Plan Update

The Sick Podcasts Network has confirmed the numerous reports that the Montreal Canadiens are interested in Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko.  “All true but they’re not the only ones and the price will be high,” an NHL source told Murphy’s Hockey Law on Friday morning.  “What that price will be is TBD right now. Don […] The post Murphy’s Hockey Law: Canadiens’ Cost For Marchenko; Draft Plan Update appeared first on The Sick Podcast .

Maple Leafs Among 2 Canadian Teams With Interest in UFA Mason Marchment

There were reports this month that pending unrestricted free agent Mason Marchment will be going to market on July 1st, as the Columbus Blue Jackets have not been able to come to terms with the big forward on an extension. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period suggested that " barring a significant change in talks, Marchment is heading to market...(and is) prepared to leave Columbus." The latest news on the  6'5" forward with the heavy, two-way game, is that two prominent Canadian teams are...

Maple Leafs Linked to Blue Jackets 6-Foot-5 UFA Forward

The Toronto Maple Leafs should be looking to boost their forward group this offseason after their disappointing 2025-26 season. It is clear that they need more secondary offensive production if they hope to turn things around next season and be a playoff team again.With that, the Maple Leafs are now being connected to one of […] The post Maple Leafs Linked to Blue Jackets 6-Foot-5 UFA Forward appeared first on HEAVY .

Canadiens Making Trade Calls For Blue Jackets' Kirill Marchenko

The Montreal Canadiens are one of the busiest teams in the NHL this offseason, and their latest target is a Columbus Blue Jackets star. David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period reported that the Canadiens are curious about Kirill Marchenko, the Blue Jackets winger entering the final year of his contract before becoming a restricted free agent. Canadiens President of Hockey Operations Jeff Gorton spoke on the team's aggressive approach when speaking to media this week, even if he stopped short of ...

Montreal Canadiens acquire Hunter McKown from Columbus for Luke Tuch

The Montreal Canadiens got into the trading frenzy in the NHL with a minor-league swap on Thursday, one day before the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft. The team acquired centre Hunter McKown from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Luke Tuch. McKown, 23, spent the last three seasons with the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters. He had nine goals and 16 assists in 63 games, adding a goal and an assist in eight playoff games. He also played 12 NHL games in 2022-23 after being signed out of Col...

Avalanche complete blockbuster trade ahead of NHL Draft

With the 2026 NHL Draft only hours away, one of the biggest moves of the offseason has already shaken up the league. The Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets pulled off a significant trade Thursday, sending veteran winger Valeri Nichushkin…

Breaking: Val Nichushkin traded for three draft picks

Well, we heard rumblings of a Val Nichushkin-related deal to start the week, and now we know our sources were right: the Russian forward and Stanley Cup Champion (with the Avalanche in 2022) will take his talents to Columbus, Ohio, to play with the Blue Jackets. Colorado will, in return, receive Columbus’ 2nd-round pick at […]

Blue Jackets pick up Valeri Nichushkin in Avalanche trade

Last season, the Columbus Blue Jackets briefly flirted with a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs thanks to a lengthy winning streak after the hiring of coach Rick Bowness, but they ultimately fell short. They’re trying to take the steps necessary to return to the postseason for what would be the first time since 2020, […] The post Blue Jackets pick up Valeri Nichushkin in Avalanche trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Colorado Avalanche Trading Veteran Forward to the Blue Jackets

The Colorado Avalanche loaded up before the 2025/26 season and at the deadline, and after winning the Presidents’ Trophy, many expected them to be genuine Stanley Cup contenders. However, they fell in the Western Conference Finals to the Vegas Golden Knights, and this off-season, they’ve already made some massive moves that could impact the future […] The post Colorado Avalanche Trading Veteran Forward to the Blue Jackets appeared first on HEAVY .

NHL Trade: Avalanche & Blue Jackets Complete Trade For Valeri Nichushkin

The Columbus Blue Jackets were in the market to add a top-six forward, and have done so. They've acquired right wing Valeri Nichushkin from the Colorado Avalanche for three picks in upcoming drafts. Full trade details: To #CBJ : RW Valeri Nichushkin To #GoAvsGo : 2026 2nd Round Pick 2027 3rd Round Pick 2028 5th Round Pick — Frank Seravalli (@frank_seravalli) June 25, 2026 Colorado gets Columbus's second-round pick, 43rd overall, in the 2026 NHL Draft, along with a third-round pick (2027) and a...

Habs Potential Trade Target: Kirill Marchenko

Over the past few days, hockey insider Frank Seravalli  has mentioned that Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko could be made available on the trade block. If he is indeed on the trade block, the Montreal Canadiens need to look into his availability, as he has the potential to be a great linemate for Ivan […] The post Habs Potential Trade Target: Kirill Marchenko appeared first on The Sick Podcast .

Blue Jackets GM addresses Zach Werenski trade buzz

Columbus Blue Jackets superstar defenseman Zach Werenski is fresh off winning the Norris Trophy for the first time in his career — but speculation about his future in Ohio continues to grow. Sportsnet insider Elliotte Friedman reported earlier this week that the Blue Jackets plan to meet with Werenski after the draft to discuss his […] The post Blue Jackets GM addresses Zach Werenski trade buzz appeared first on ClutchPoints .