The Columbus Blue Jackets made a significant trade by acquiring Charlie Coyle from the Colorado Avalanche, marking their determination to bolster the roster. Coyle's performance as a middle-six forward for Boston transitioned him to the Avalanche, where he scored 13 points in 19 regular-season games. This acquisition aligns with the Blue Jackets' strategy of improving their center depth, now featuring an impressive trio with Boone Jenner and Sean Monahan. Coyle's abilities as a two-way forward and penalty killer are set to enhance Columbus's performance, especially given their struggles in face-offs and penalty killing last season.

Meanwhile, the Avalanche cleared over $7.5 million from their salary cap by including Miles Wood in the deal, who had previously struggled with injuries and fit in poorly with Colorado. The Avalanche now have $9.6 million in cap space, allowing them to focus on building their roster for the future while also seeking immediate impact players. The trade signals a pivotal moment for both franchises as they look to improve their standings in the league.