Sportsnet.ca 13 hours ago
Blue Jackets in no rush to trade Pierre-Luc Dubois
Saturday Headlines are back, with talk of the Blue Jackets and Pierre-Luc Dubois, the Penguins’ potential interest in Jack Roslovic, and the Oilers looking at different options for their third goalie spot. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
Eyes On The Prize Jan 16, 2021
Is Pierre-Luc Dubois in Montreal a realistic dream?
Eric Bolte-USA TODAY Sports A homegrown talent wants to come to Montreal. Do the Canadiens have the right cards to pull it off? The NHL season is barely under way and there’s already a divorce brewing in Columbus between star forward Pierre-Luc Dubois and head coach John Tortorella. Dubois is coming off a contentious off-season where he wanted a big-money contract, but the Blue Jackets seemed unwilling to budge on that front, somewhat reminiscent of the P.K. Subban standoff with Marc Bergevin heading into the 2013 season. In the end, Dubois signed a two-year deal...
Sportsnet.ca Jan 14, 2021
Five potential trade destinations for Blue Jackets’ Pierre-Luc Dubois
The saga between the Blue Jackets and Pierre-Luc Dubois took a turn Wednesday when John Tortorella confirmed the 22-year-old “wants out.” So where could Dubois end up? Here’s a look at five potential destinations. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
Eyes On The Prize Jan 13, 2021
Links: Montreal “definitely among the pursuers” of Pierre-Luc Dubois
In today’s links, big interest in the Blue Jackets centre, the Habs hope to give Montreal something to celebrate, and league and players prepare to navigate uncharted waters. Montreal Canadiens news and notes Elliotte Friedman reports that the Canadiens are very interested in acquiring Pierre-Luc Dubois’s services. [31 Thoughts] Should Bergevin make a move for Dubois, even if it means sacrificing Nick Suzuki or Jesperi Kotkaniemi? [The Athletic] The Habs general manager is excited about the team he’s built. [TSN] Bergevin is not the only one who thinks the Canadiens...
Hockey Wilderness Jan 9, 2021
The Possibility of Pierre-Luc Dubois
Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Would PLD be a fit in Minnesota? If so, what would it take to get him? Rick Nash, Ryan Johansen, Artemi Panarin, Sergei Bobrovsky, and Matt Duchene are a couple of star players that have played for the Columbus Blue Jackets organization and have eventually wanted out. Minnesota’s partner in the 2000 Expansion Draft has struggled to keep a star player over the course of its existence. A little over a week ago, news broke on New Year’s Eve that a particular young center in Columbus has a desire for a “change of scenery.” The...
Last Word on Hockey Jan 8, 2021
A Pierre-Luc Dubois Trade Is a Long Term Fix for the Boston Bruins
Pierre-Luc Dubois has just signed a two-year extension with the Columbus Blue Jackets. The 22-year-old centre is a cornerstone of their roster. Recent rumours have put his future with the franchise in jeopardy. He has elected to sign a bridge deal with Columbus so he can play while they seek a trade. The Boston Bruins must […] The post A Pierre-Luc Dubois Trade Is a Long Term Fix for the Boston Bruins appeared first on Last Word On Hockey.
The Hockey Writers Jan 5, 2021
Red Wings Should Not Pursue Pierre-Luc Dubois
One of the biggest remaining restricted free agents came off the board when it was announced that the Columbus Blue Jackets had signed their top center, Pierre-Luc Dubois, to a two-year contract with a $5 million cap-hit. However, the news came with an interesting caveat that dealt a blow to the Blue Jackets and their […] The post Red Wings Should Not Pursue Pierre-Luc Dubois appeared first on The Hockey Writers.
Puck Prose Jan 4, 2021
Columbus Blue Jackets: Pierre-Luc Dubois is 100 percent still a distraction
The Columbus Blue Jackets have a $10 million PLD problem. When the Columbus Blue Jackets locked up Pierre-Luc Dubois on a two-year, $10 million extension to remain with the team through 2022, one would assume the franchise genuinely thought external talks of a trade would be temporarily halted. Hm… how’s that working out? Much to […] Columbus Blue Jackets: Pierre-Luc Dubois is 100 percent still a distraction - Puck Prose - Puck Prose - NHL
Causeway Crowd Jan 2, 2021
Are the Bruins Looking to Acquire Forward Pierre-Luc Dubois?
Could the Boston Bruins be interested in trading for Columbus Blue Jackets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois? With training camp opening tomorrow for the Boston Bruins, general manager Don Sweeney is on the trade front with other NHL teams. Over the last month, the Bruins have been linked to defenseman Noah Hanifin of the Calgary Flames and […] Are the Bruins Looking to Acquire Forward Pierre-Luc Dubois? - Causeway Crowd - Causeway Crowd - A Boston Bruins Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More
Matchsticks and Gasoline Jan 1, 2021
Creating a Flames Trade Offer for Pierre-Luc Dubois
Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via The Flames should be all-in on him With rumors circulating surrounding the future of Pierre-Luc Dubois with the Columbus Blue Jackets, I thought it may be worthwhile to look at a potential trade package the Flames could offer for him. It is worth noting that he signed a two year, $5M AAV contract immediately after the speculation of him wanting to leave Columbus surfaced. While this could be a beneficial sign for the Blue Jackets, it is also a contract that gives an acquiring team flexibility to fit him under the lowered salary cap for a...
Puck Prose Dec 31, 2020
Columbus Blue Jackets: Grading the Pierre-Luc Dubois extension with crisis averted
Just ask Pierre-Luc Dubois and the Columbus Blue Jackets how quickly things change in the NHL. No less than an hour or two after Pierre LeBrun of The Athletic reported that Pierre-Luc Dubois was potentially looking “for a change of scenery,” the forward signed a two-year, $10 million deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Pierre-Luc […] Columbus Blue Jackets: Grading the Pierre-Luc Dubois extension with crisis averted - Puck Prose - Puck Prose - NHL
CBC News Dec 31, 2020
Blue Jackets' Pierre-Luc Dubois signs 2-year, $10M US contract extension
Centre Pierre-Luc Dubois, who led Columbus in goals, assists and points during the playoffs, signed a two-year, $10 million US contract extension Thursday that keeps him with the Blue Jackets through the 2021-22 season.
Last Word on Hockey Dec 31, 2020
Pierre-Luc Dubois Re-signs With Columbus Blue Jackets (STUB)
The Columbus Blue Jackets have agreed to terms on a new contract with restricted free agent Pierre-Luc Dubois. The centre’s new deal is worth $1o million over two years with an annual average value of $5 million. The signing solidifies an important piece of the Blue Jackets’ forward group.
The Cannon Dec 31, 2020
Never any doubt: Pierre-Luc Dubois signs two year contract
Photo by Elsa/ With days to spare before camp starts! On Thursday afternoon, the Columbus Blue Jackets announced they had signed center Pierre-Luc Dubois to a two year contract worth $10 million: BREAKING: The #CBJ have signed C Pierre-Luc Dubois to a two-year/$10 million contract extension.DETAILS ➡️ https://t.co/TkFrFlziBn pic.twitter.com/uvrRqkI1Qz— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) December 31, 2020 That $5M average annual salary was predicted exactly by commenter BrightandSunny earlier this week. Kudos! As expected, the salary is heavily...
Sportsnet.ca Dec 31, 2020
Blue Jackets sign Pierre-Luc Dubois to two-year extension
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed centre Pierre-Luc Dubois to a two-year contract extension worth $10 million. The post NHL appeared first on Sportsnet.ca.
