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Blue Jackets prepare for potential Adam Fantilli offer sheet

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Last updated Jul 6, 2026

Blue Jackets prepare for potential Adam Fantilli offer sheet
Summary

The Columbus Blue Jackets face the possibility of restricted free agent Adam Fantilli signing an offer sheet. Following significant offer sheets in the NHL, including a record one for Leo Carlsson from the Philadelphia Flyers, speculation grows regarding Fantilli's status. The Blue Jackets’ management, particularly Don Waddell, is under pressure to secure contracts for their unsigned young talent, especially with substantial salary cap space available to other teams. Fantilli, who has shown impressive performance, may attract attention from teams seeking to bolster their rosters. How Columbus addresses this situation in the coming weeks will be critical as they approach training camp.

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  • •Adam Fantilli is a restricted free agent for the Blue Jackets.
  • •Previous offer sheets signed by other teams raise concerns for Columbus.
  • •Philadelphia's offer to Leo Carlsson sets a new precedent in contract offers.
  • •Columbus must navigate cap space while securing unsigned players.
  • •Fantilli's performance mirrors that of recently signed players like Carlsson.
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  • 10:24 PMYahoo Sports — Will Columbus Blue Jackets' Adam Fantilli sign an offer sheet?
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With NHL offer sheets rising, the Columbus Blue Jackets must prepare for star Adam Fantilli to potentially sign one.

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