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Malatesta Stays With Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets extend James Malatesta’s stay with a one-year deal through 2027, tapping into his gritty, high-energy game and AHL success. The 23-year-old, drafted in 2021, brings playoff experience, 54 AHL points, and a Memorial Cup MVP to the mix — seen as a rising NHL prospect with serious upside. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f926fa9299552483

Sergei Ivanov’s NHL Future Uncertain

Sergei Ivanov, Columbus’s 2022 draft pick at 138, is still undecided on signing — and fans are watching closely as his future could reshape the Blue Jackets’ roster strategy. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/96a3f3bfaee440dd

Marchment Could Be Blackhawks’ Answer

Chicago Blackhawks eye Mason Marchment as a top-tier free agent target this summer, with the big forward’s explosive second half with Columbus making him a serious fit for their offense upgrade. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8336f1ecac99a667

Babcock’s Oilers Bid Hits Snags

Mike Babcock, the controversial coach ousted by Toronto and fired by Columbus before coaching a game, is now linked to the Edmonton Oilers — but his path is blocked by the NHLPA over serious privacy allegations after he allegedly took players’ phones for “team building.” The Oilers, known for hiring high-risk hires like Stan Bowman and Evander Kane, are also pursuing Bruce Cassidy, though Vegas is blocking interviews due to his active contract. With Connor McDavid on the roster, the league’s scrutiny is heightened — and Babcock’s future remains uncertain until the NHL clears him. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/631bf9f2471c69d4