Overview
- Columbus receives forward Danton Heinen, a 2026 second-round pick from St. Louis, and a 2027 third-round pick from Washington.
- Heinen cleared waivers earlier Monday and was assigned to the AHL by the Blue Jackets.
- Chinakhov requested a trade in the offseason, citing “misunderstandings” with coach Dean Evason through a statement released by his agent.
- The 24-year-old has three goals and six points in 29 games this season while averaging a career-low 10:18 of ice time.
- Chinakhov carries a $2.1 million cap hit through this season and becomes an RFA next summer, with reports suggesting a chance to compete for a middle-six role and second power-play time in Pittsburgh.