The Columbus Blue Jackets are trying to re-engage Jack Johnson’s representation in hopes of reaching an agreement on a long-term contract extension, according to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic.
Columbus is taking an odd approach given that Johnson reportedly demanded a trade around a month ago, The Athletic’s Aaron Portzline reported.
Head coach John Tortorella has insisted that Johnson wants to remain in Columbus.
Johnson has played a career-low 19:37 per game this season and a flatlined trade market may be the catalyst for the two sides to get a deal done.
