The Columbus Blue Jackets have yet to find a taker for a trade involving Patrik Laine. However, the Canadiens have everything needed.
The forward remains available on the market, and the Canadiens have frequently been linked in rumors regarding the Finnish forward.
According to what the Jackets are looking for, Kent Hughes and the Tricolore have all the necessary assets to accommodate them without having to strip down.
The situation is intriguing for both sides. Patrik Laine is a sharpshooter but has been an enigmatic player since arriving in Columbus.