Blue Jackets sign Jet Greaves, negotiate contracts for Sillinger and Fantilli
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:34 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Columbus Blue Jackets signed goaltender Jet Greaves to a three-year contract extension on July 23, 2026. With approximately $17 million in salary-cap space, the team is focused on securing contracts for center Adam Fantilli and forward Cole Sillinger. Sillinger has an arbitration hearing scheduled for July 27, while Fantilli is currently on vacation in Italy. Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell expresses confidence in finalizing both deals soon, aiming to clear up ongoing contract uncertainties after a tumultuous offseason.
- •Jet Greaves signed a three-year, $15 million contract extension.
- •Adam Fantilli is on vacation while negotiations continue.
- •Cole Sillinger has an arbitration hearing set for July 27, 2026.
- •Waddell optimistic about resolving both contracts before Sillinger's hearing.
- •Blue Jackets had a turbulent offseason with trade speculations.
- 7:34 PMYahoo Sports — Columbus Blue Jackets get Jet Greaves signed, but two key contract battles remain
"After re-signing goalie Jet Greaves, the Columbus Blue Jackets are now focused on securing deals for center Adam Fantilli and forward Cole Sillinger.
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