A blockbuster trade on the day of the NHL Entry Draft, this trade gives the Columbus Blue Jackets a versatile winger who should fit nicely into John Tortorella’s system.
Also acquired by the Columbus Blue Jackets today were Tyler Motte and a sixth-round pick in tonight’s draft. The Chicago Blackhawks received Anton Forsberg and a fifth-round pick in next year’s draft in addition to Brandon Saad.
The Saad trade rumors have been out there, but the trade still caught many by surprise. Now that the deal is done, let’s get to know Artemi Panarin a little bit.