Eastern Conference Trade Deadline – Win, Lose Or Draw
COLUMBUS BLUE JACKETS
Dec 21, 2013; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Marian Gaborik (10) controls the puck during the first period against the Philadelphia Flyers at Nationwide Arena. Columbus defeated Philadelphia 6-3. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports
GOAL HEADING INTO DEADLINE: Get something for impending UFA’s while building towards a playoff run at the same time.
WHAT THEY DID:
- Traded Marian Gaborik to LA for Matt Frattin and a 2nd round pick and conditional 3rd round selection
- Acquired Nick Schultz from Edmonton for a 5th round pick
- Acquired prospects Dana Tyrell and Matt Taormina from Tampa for prospects Jonathan Marchessault and Dalton Smith
WIN/LOSE/DRAW?: The Blue Jackets got something for Gaborik, which could be addition by subtraction. Tyrell and Taromina are depth players who might contribute down the stretch. Schultz adds a defensive presence. WIN