Fansided · Feb 10, 2019
Division Rivals Prove Columbus Blue Jackets Will be Fine Without Panarin
The Columbus Blue Jackets will almost certainly lose Artemi Panarin sometime, whether it’s through trade or free agency.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are in a tough situation, however based on recent performances from teams who lost their best players, the New York Islanders and Carolina Hurricanes, it still shows hope for the Blue Jackets going forward.
The New York Islanders infamously lost John Tavares to free agency in the off-season, however since they were forced into another direction they’re currently leading the Metropolitan division with 70 points.