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Blue Jackets' Yegor Chinakhov Requests Trade After Misunderstandings with Coach

On July 17, 2025, Columbus Blue Jackets forward Yegor Chinakhov, represented by agent Shumi Babaev, publicly requested a trade from the NHL team.
Chinakhov's trade request followed misunderstandings with coach Dean Evason and dissatisfaction with his role during the 2023-24 season.
During the 2023-24 season, Chinakhov tallied 16 goals and 29 points over the course of 53 appearances, but he missed a substantial portion of the previous season—40 contests—because of a back issue and was frequently scratched from the lineup toward the end of the year.
General manager Don Waddell acknowledged Chinakhov's request but said he will only trade if fair value is offered and expects Chinakhov at training camp if no trade occurs.
The trade request indicates potential changes in Columbus's roster and could lead Chinakhov to a new team if negotiations meet Blue Jackets’ valuation standards.

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