Columbus Blue Jackets forward Cole Sillinger has avoided a potential salary arbitration hearing by agreeing to a new three-year contract worth $13.8 million. The 20-year-old center, who was selected by the Blue Jackets in the first round of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft, has quickly made a name for himself in the league with his impressive speed and scoring ability. Sillinger's breakout rookie season saw him net 21 goals and 32 points in 73 games, solidifying his position as a key contributor to the Blue Jackets' lineup. The new contract is a significant investment in Sillinger's future, and it's expected to make him one of the highest-paid players on the team.

Cole Sillinger avoids arbitration, agrees to 3-year, $13.8M deal with Blue Jackets  Times Union