Former Blackhawks Defenseman officially hits rock-bottom in his career
Former Blackhawks defenseman, Adam Boqvist who was sent to Columbus in the Seth Jones trade in 2021, is now a free agent.
New GM Don Waddell is cleaning house, as the Blue Jackets have been making tough decisions, and Boqvist was a part of them.
if Boqvist clears waivers today, he will be bought out by his old team and they will get a cap credit, and a spot for defenseman and 1st round pick, David Jiricek.
With the Blue Jackets defensive group, having significant depth Boqvist was the odd-man out.
Boqvist only played 35 games for the Blue Jackets this season, his career-high game total in all 5 five seasons of his NHL career is 52 games.
Boqvist could prove to be a good offensive defenseman for the club who decides to claim him.
If Boqvist goes unclaimed, the cost for the Jackets will be 1/3 of the cap, instead of 2/3 due to the young defenseman only being age 23.
Source: NHL Trade Rumors
Blue Jackets To Make Rare Buyout Of Adam Boqvist
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| Yes | 84 | 46.7 % |
| No | 96 | 53.3 % |
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