Why I Think A Nick Nick Blankenburg Contract Is On The Horizon- 6/22/22

A formal press release by the Columbus Blue Jackets offered an important detail this week, one beyond the fact there will be a Draft Night 2022 Party after all.  The post which you can view here (https://www.nhl.com/bluejackets/news/cbj-to-host-2022-nhl-draft-party-at-pins-mechanical-co-on-july-7/c-334677914) states that 3 Blue Jackets will be on sight at the Draft Night Party for Meet-and-Greet/autographs.  Why does this matter?  One of the three players listed was given an Entry Level Contract at the end of last season, but has yet to be signed back for the upcoming 2022-23 NHL Season.  The player in question?  Defenseman and former Michigan Captain, Nick Blankenburg.  

In just 7 games the Defenseman had 1 goal and 2 assists, for a total of 3 points, in a Blue Jacket jersey.  He also had 4 penalty minutes.  He showed he could hold his own, without issue, from the start.  This is something I personally believed from the moment he was signed, wouldn't be a problem.  You don't go from walk-on for a Big 10 School and then become Captain without good reason, after all.  I would love to see him signed back, as I know many other fans would.  No, this hasn't happened yet.  However, I must point this out:  Why have a Blue Jacket player at a Draft Night Party, to mingle with fans and sign autographs, unless you intend to bring him back next season?  Right?  The contract for this young and talented defender is on the way, I have zero doubt now.  

Go CBJ!  

For more details on the Draft Night 2022 Party and other players who will be showcased there, follow the link above for information, time and RSVP information!  Again, my source and link to such is below!  

https://www.nhl.com/bluejackets/news/cbj-to-host-2022-nhl-draft-party-at-pins-mechanical-co-on-july-7/c-334677914

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