Vladislav Gavrikov
The Columbus Blue Jackets will suffer short-term ramifications after trading Vladislav Gavrikov
After admitting the two sides could not agree on terms, Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalalinen made the decision to trade D- Vladislav Gavrikov. While it was absolutely the right decision, the move comes with consequences that will be felt for a short while, while Blue Jackets defensive prospects such as David Jiricek, Stanislav Svozil, […]
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Grading All 32 Teams’ Trade Deadline
Here is the Inside The Rink FULL NHL Trade Deadline breakdown. It was a wild Trade Deadline week and was an enjoyment for all NHL fans. We have compiled all of the moves for you below and give a small analysis for all 32 teams. If you prefer to listen to a breakdown of all […]
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Columbus Creates Maximum Flexibility for Offseason Moves
Efficient, not sexy captures the 2023 NHL trade deadline for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Trading D- Vladislav Gavrikov and G- Joonas Korpisalo to the Los Angeles Kings for 2023 first and third round draft picks (if the Kings make the playoffs, otherwise it is two second round draft picks) gave Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen […]
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Did the Kings Trade for the Wrong Defenseman?
On Tuesday night, the Kings made a big deal to acquire defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov and goaltender Joonas Korpisalo from the Columbus Blue Jackets. The trade filled two positional needs for LA, as they had been struggling on defense, especially in net, all season. It also saw the Kings part with long-time goaltender Jonathan Quick in […]
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Assessing the Columbus Blue Jackets trade of Joonas Korpisalo and Vladislav Gavrikov to the LA Kings
It has been no secret the Columbus Blue Jackets planned to trade D- Vladislav Gavrikov, who had been a healthy scratch for trade purposes since Feb. 14. G- Joonas Korpisalo was a player who was first thought to be a trade candidate. Then with the struggles of Elvis Merzlikins, there was talk the organization would […]
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Vegas Inquiring About Blue Jackets Newly Acquired Goaltender Jonathan Quick
Less than 24 hours after acquiring goaltender Jonathan Quick from the Las Angeles Kings, the Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to trade the veteran goaltender. The deal came together late Tuesday night as the two teams agreed upon a blockbuster deal that sent defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov and goaltender Joonas Korpisalo to LA in exchange for […]
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Report: Kings send Quick To Columbus in Blockbuster Deal
Per multiple sources, the Los Angeles Kings and Columbus Blue Jackets made a late-night trade Tuesday night involving a two-time Stanley Cup-winning goaltender. The Kings are sending goalie Jonathan Quick, a conditional first-round draft pick in 2023, and a third-round draft pick in 2024 to the Blue Jackets for defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov and goaltender Joonas […]
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Is Klingberg On The Move?
The Anaheim Ducks have been quiet this trade deadline which is unusual for a bottom-basement team in the NHL. The Ducks have a few veteran players that could be moved prior to March 3rd, with the biggest name being defenseman John Klingberg. Klingberg arrived in Anaheim this past off-season after no team was willing to […]
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Edmonton Oilers Must Take Advantage of McDavid’s Historic Season
When you have Connor McDavid on your team, you are always going to be a contender. McDavid’s heroics have continued, as he is now up to 46 goals and 109 points in 59 games. He is at a 150-point pace for the 2022-23 season and is showing no signs of slowing down. Outside of him, […]
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Adam Boqvist’s game is rounding out for the Columbus Blue Jackets
Adam Boqvist was hit with the injury bug that has hampered the Columbus Blue Jackets. Boqvist missed significant time due to a broken foot. Viewed as a second-pairing defenseman, it has taken Boqvist time to develop. It seems now the young defensive player is putting it all together, and looks like a viable part of […]
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