Blue Jackets start NHL trade deadline day by acquiring Conor Garland from the Canucks

The Columbus Blue Jackets started NHL trade deadline day with a bang by acquiring winger Conor Garland from Vancouver. Just after midnight Friday, they sent a third-round pick in the draft this year and a 2028 second-rounder to the Canucks for the soon-to-be 30-year-old who drew interest from multiple Eastern Conference contenders. “Conor is a versatile player who brings great energy to the lineup every night,” Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell said.

By STEPHEN WHYNO