While the potential to eventually be great is there, the Blue Jackets are set to enter next season with one of the youngest defensive units in the league. As it stands right now, here are the ages of the Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman that could see significant minutes next year:
Zach Werenski - 24
Vladislav Gavrikov - 25
Adam Boqvist - 20
Jake Bean - 23
Andrew Peeke - 23
Gabriel Carlsson - 24
Dean Kukan - 28
With the loss of Seth Jones and David Savard, the Blue Jackets could definitely use a veteran voice on the back end to be a calming presence and mentor.