GM Brad Treliving has a pressing need to trade David Kampf quickly to open up space on the roster and salary cap.
The Columbus Blue Jackets are having an unpredictable season, with a record of 5-5-1, leaving everyone guessing their fate. Could they surprise us by sneaking into the playoffs? Or will they aim for a high draft pick instead? They need help at center, and GM Don Waddell might be willing to make some moves.
Waddell is ready to use his available cap space creatively. According to Frank Seravalli from The Daily Faceoff, Waddell is open to taking on less desirable contracts in exchange for assets. He said: “(Waddell) has let teams know that he is interested in taking on contracts that may be viewed as undesirable in exchange for assets.” However, Waddell prefers deals with shorter commitments: “I’m not interested in guys for that long because somewhere in that 3 to 5 year window, my team’s gonna be better and pushing for the playoffs.”
Trade Opportunities:
David Kampf seems like an ideal candidate for this kind of deal. With two years left on his contract at $2.4 million per year, trading him could help Toronto clear cap space while gaining valuable draft picks . This would also allow them more flexibility as Calle Jarnkrok and Connor Dewar return—both needing room on the roster.
Fans might wonder if this move could finally bring balance back to Toronto’s lineup.
Toronto’s strategy includes gathering extra draft picks not only to find future stars but also as potential trade chips. They might target someone like Yanni Gourde from Seattle or Colton Sissons from Nashville if those teams continue struggling this season.
Treliving should call Waddell soon since he’s known for being generous with trades—just make sure you meet his criteria! Otherwise, you might end up without any luck at all.
What do you think about these possible trades? Would it be good or bad for your favorite team?
