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NHL rumors: The Metropolitan Division team looking to trade up in draft
- Columbus Blue Jackets may trade up from the 14th pick in the 2026 NHL Draft to target a top-10 talent.
- Analyst: moving up would help address offensive needs and end a postseason drought since 2019-20.
- Blue Jackets may consider moving either the 14th or 43rd pick to add premium young talent.
- Columbus has cap flexibility to pursue additional impact players this off-season.
- Analyst notes Columbus may need more offensive weapons to end their playoff drought.
- Mentions captain Boone Jenner’s future as a factor in strategic decisions.
- Daily Faceoff’s Steven Ellis and ClutchPoints are cited as sources in the trade talk.
- The 2026 offseason is described as a potential 'summer of trades' for the Metropolitan Division.
- The report suggests Columbus could move up to acquire premium talent or depth at forward.
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