NHL trade news: Columbus Blue Jackets face crucial choices—buy, sell, or hold on to playoff contention as deadline approaches

As the trade deadline draws near on March 6, the Columbus Blue Jackets are in a dilemma on whether to buy, sell, or retain experienced players in the quest for a playoff berth. The decisions made by Don Waddell, the general manager, are informed by the Blue Jackets’ position in the standings after the game against the Florida Panthers.