NHL Trade Deadline Frenzy - Blue Jackets Make Moves
With the NHL trade deadline on March 3, 2026, the Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired veteran defenseman Erik Karlsson from the Pittsburgh Penguins in a blockbuster deal, aiming to bolster their playoff push. This comes amid league-wide activity, including the Rangers adding forward depth. The Blue Jackets, sitting third in the Metropolitan Division, hope this sparks a late-season surge.