Shortly after the 2017 NHL Trade Deadline came to a close, Aaron Portzline announced there was another Columbus Blue Jackets to be announced.
Fans waited lush with anticipation and fear. Who could it be?
Around 25 minutes later, the Columbus Blue Jackets announced their second and final trade of the deadline. Much to the chagrin of Cleveland Monsters fans, defenseman, Dillon Heatherington was headed to the Dallas Stars. The Jackets received left winger, Lauri Korpikoski in exchange.
This trade gives the Blue Jackets the depth they need on offense.
In 38 games with the Monsters this season, Heatherington has accumulated six points in the form of one goal and five assists.