The Columbus Blue Jackets are the story of the NHL season. After the passing of star winger Johnny Gaudreau in the offseason, expectations were at an all-time low. But under new coach Dean Evason, they are fighting for a playoff spot in a tight Eastern Conference.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have found themselves among the top teams looking to make a blockbuster deal with the Vancouver Canucks.

Boeser has had the most success of his Canucks tenure when riding shotgun with Miller. Miller’s playmaking ability down low was an excellent fit with Boeser’s finishing ability from the inner slot. With Miller gone, the risk and uncertainty around committing a six- or seven-year contract to Boeser increases.