Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen announced Thursday that former team captain Rick Nash has been hired as special assistant to the GM following his on-ice retirement in January.
"Rick is the most decorated player in Blue Jackets history and was one of the game's most respected players during a career that included multiple All-Star Games, Olympic and World Championship gold medals and a Stanley Cup Final appearance," Kekalainen said. "He cares deeply about the Blue Jackets and the city of Columbus and will be a great addition to our organization.