How Emil Bemstrom Ruined the Columbus Blue Jackets

Consider this article a warning. Or, maybe consider it a spoof. Whatever you consider it, the facts supplied within are very odd, and all lead us to one question: Is it possible that a fourth round pick out of Sweden ruined an entire franchise?

Let’s start at the beginning. The Blue Jackets entered the 2017 NHL Draft without a first round pick. They dealt this pick to the Vegas Golden Knights along with forward David Clarkson, with an agreement in place that the Knights would leave a certain power forward (Josh Anderson) alone in their expansion draft.

The Jackets also did not have a second round pick in this draft – it was sent to the Vancouver Canucks as a result of the team hiring John…