The Columbus Blue Jackets are juggling a tight schedule as they work to finalize contracts for several restricted free agents ahead of the July 1 deadline.
Adam Fantilli, who posted career‑high numbers with 35 assists and 59 points in 82 games this season, sits at No. 6 on The Hockey News’ ranking of the top ten pending NHL RFAs.
Jet Greaves, ranked ninth by the same outlet, brings a .908 save percentage and a 2.60 goals‑against average after 55 appearances, making his upcoming deal a point of interest.
General manager Don Waddell has less than a month to negotiate these agreements, and if a deal isn’t reached, both players could attract offer sheets from other clubs.
Draft Outlook in Buffalo
Buffalo will host the draft’s two‑day event, and the Jackets’ 14th‑overall pick adds a layer of strategy to their roster planning, especially with potential new contracts on the horizon.