Canadiens show serious interest in Blue Jackets' Kirill Marchenko
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 2:46 PM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
The Montreal Canadiens are pursuing Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko amid uncertainty over his future in Columbus. Sources indicate that Marchenko's camp has communicated he is unlikely to re-sign with the Blue Jackets, prompting speculation about a potential trade. Marchenko led Columbus with 27 goals in the 2025-26 season, making him an attractive target for teams like Montreal looking to enhance their roster as they shape their forward group. Columbus, having missed the playoffs again, faces significant questions regarding Marchenko's long-term role with the team. General Manager Don Waddell plans to discuss Marchenko's future with his agent soon.
- •Montreal Canadiens are interested in Kirill Marchenko.
- •Marchenko may not re-sign with the Blue Jackets.
- •He led Columbus in goals for the third consecutive season.
- •Columbus has missed the playoffs for six straight years.
- •GM Don Waddell will discuss Marchenko's future next week.
- 2:46 PMYahoo Sports — Canadiens have ‘serious’ interest in Blue Jackets’ Kirill Marchenko
"The Montreal Canadiens have emerged as a serious contender in the race for Columbus Blue Jackets winger Kirill Marchenko. Multiple NHL insiders reported growing trade interest as uncertainty continues surrounding the forward’s long-term future in Columbus. The developments add another…
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