The Columbus Blue Jackets and center William Karlsson have begun negotiations now that the season has officially come to and end. Karlsson did not want to negotiate a new deal during the season. Karlsson just finished the last season on his three-year entry-level contract making him a restricted free agent on July 1st.
The Swedish-born player was acquired by the Columbus Blue Jackets when they traded James Wisnewski to the Anaheim Ducks at the trade deadline. William Karlsson was not the biggest name when the Blue Jackets acquired him, but he has made a name for himself with Blue Jackets faithful with his tough mindset and consistent play.