It appears NHL clubs in need of help on the blueline should give the Columbus Blue Jackets a call. Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen "is still working the phones in an attempt to trade a defenceman."
Tommy Novak scored twice, Juuse Saros made 31 saves and the Nashville Predators defeated the San Jose Sharks 5-1 on Saturday night. Kiefer Sherwood and Luke Evangelista each had a goal and an assist and Samuel Fagemo also scored for the Predators, winners of two in a row. Gustav Nyquist had two assists.
Here are today's news and links: Rangers News: Highlights: NYR 4, SEA 1 (5:03 video via NHL.com) Game Recap: The Blueshirts kicked off their road trip on the…