A flurry of activity surrounds the NHL’s offseason trade and contract deadlines as teams scramble to finalize roster moves before key dates. Speculation swirls over whether the Columbus Blue Jackets will attempt to re-sign forward Gustav Nyquist, whose future remains uncertain. Meanwhile, the looming September 15th deadline could trigger major decisions, including whether restricted free agent Cutter Gauthier will be traded or sign a new deal and if the team extends restricted free agent Drake Batherson’s contract. Fans and analysts alike are watching closely as teams navigate tight timelines to secure key players.

Could the Blue Jackets bring Gustav Nyquist back? Will the September 15th deadline spur a Cutter Gauthier's deal and a Drake Batherson extension?