Maple Leafs miss out as scoring winger trade target lands in Pittsburgh

Colorado Avalanche v Columbus Blue Jackets | Jason Mowry/GettyImagesThe Blue Jackets sent Chinakhov to the Penguins in exchange for a 2026 second-round pick, a 2027 third-round pick, and forward Danton Heinen. Chinakhov had requested a trade last summer, but Columbus was never interested in moving the young winger without meaningful value coming back. General manager Don Waddell waited patiently until the right deal presented itself, one that balanced Chinakhov’s desire for a fresh start with the organization’s long-term interests.

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We've received a 2026 2nd-RD pick, a 2027 3rd-RD pick and F Danton Heinen from the @penguins in exchange for F Yegor…