Every team should be interested in Pierre-Luc Dubois
It’s no secret that Pierre-Luc Dubois wants out of Columbus, and that story isn't going anywhere until that conflict is resolved one way or another. It's not often a 22-year-old, cost-controlled first-line centre lands on the trading block, after all.
It's a nightmare for the Blue Jackets, and a rare opportunity for the rest of the NHL to secure one of the sport's most valuable assets.
From Columbus’ perspective, it’s tough to think of a trade that makes much sense, short of acquiring another similarly skilled young player. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman and Chris Johnston, the Blue Jackets aren’t in any rush to trade Dubois, nor should they be.
So, what does Dubois bring, and just how good will he become? Let’s find out.
Dubois holds one of hockey’s rarest combinations of skills -