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Breaking Down the Blue Jackets Deadline Deals

Columbus Blue Jackets trade: Vitali Abramov, Jonathan Davidsson, 2019 first round pick, conditional 2020 first round pick

Analysis: The Blue Jackets get the top 6 center that they desperately needed. They gave up two middle-tier forward prospects, which is not bad considering the depth at forward within the prospect ranks for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Giving up one, potentially two, first round picks hurt. But if Duchene signs long term in Columbus, this will be a good deal for this season and seasons to come.

Grade: A-

2. Acquired: Ryan Dzingel, 2019 seventh round pick

In exchange for: Anthony Duclair, 2019 second round pick, 2020 second round pick

Analysis: The Blue Jackets get a good winger entering his prime.