The Columbus Blue Jackets lost both Jack Johnson and Ian Cole this offseason as their contracts expired. It was tough to see one leave the organization. I’ll let you decide which one.
With Ryan Murray signing a one year deal, that leaves only one defenseman slot left in the starting six. The competition will be fierce and Dean Kukan has to be considered a front runner for the role.
The 25-year-old Swiss blueliner has been a pleasant surprise for the organization, coming out of relative obscurity in the Swiss junior leagues and four years in the Swedish Hockey League.