There are still a few big names on the free agent market, but for the most part, the dust has settled and teams are set. The Columbus Blue Jackets made a few signings on July 1st with one notable name coming to Columbus, Nash.
That of course would be Riley Nash, a 29-year-old two way center, not a 34-year-old scoring winger. Along with Nash the Columbus Blue Jackets signed three AHL defenseman.
But their Metro Division rivals were much more active on the free agent market. Some of their signings, or lack of signings, will make a big impact on the Jackets season in 2018.