Kirill Marchenko Trade Report Emerges as Columbus Blue Jackets Offseason Twists Again
Don Waddell said he has not discussed a Marchenko deal in weeks as RG.org reported a trade was nearing for the Blue Jackets scorer.
- On July 25, the U.S.-based site RG.org reported that the Columbus Blue Jackets are finalizing a trade for winger Kirill Marchenko, who is currently training in Russia for the upcoming season.
- Blue Jackets president and general manager Don Waddell refuted the report, saying it has been "weeks" since he has spoken with any NHL GMs about Marchenko.
- Agent Dan Milstein interacted playfully on Twitter regarding the rumors, offering no confirmation while noting that replying to fans remains allowed under the CBA.
- The report follows a tumultuous offseason for the Blue Jackets, which previously involved trade speculation around star defenseman Zach Werenski and ongoing contract talks for center Adam Fantilli.
- Despite the report, major outlets including The Athletic, Sportsnet, TSN, and ESPN have not confirmed the trade, leaving Marchenko's status uncertain as he trains for the season.
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