Blue Jackets Acquire Valeri Nichushkin Amid Zach Werenski's Uncertain Future

Jul 1, 2026 4:04 AMPublished Jul 1, 2026 4:04 AM

After Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell told reporters the team will make trades to improve the squad, regardless of Zach Werenski's future, he acquired right winger Valeri Nichushkin.

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Acquire Valeri Nichushkin Amid Zach Werenski's Uncertain FutureAfter Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell told reporters the team will make trades to improve the squad, regardless of Zach Werenski's future, he acquired right winger Valeri Nichushkin.

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