Today was the trade deadline, and the Blue Jackets have announced that Adam Foote is moving to Colorado.
Captain Adam Foote.
Foote was traded to the Avs for a 2009 first-round and conditional fourth-round pick.
So, who will be the new team captain in 2008/9? Nash is still quite young, but will no doubt be the fan favorite. I wonder if the team will go with Fedorov for his experience.
Who do you want leading your Jackets in the locker room?
UPDATE: Fedorov has also been traded (to Washington). The trades of the past few weeks make it clear that (1) Howson is trying to free up tons of money for a free agent, and (2) he doesn’t care how much of a veteran you are, you’re in danger if you don’t have a good plus/minus.
Fedorov was traded an hour after Foote (to the Capitals).
Thanks, Jason. When I heard the news, I wasn’t near the site to update the post. Then I forgot. Thanks for reminding us.
I know Feddy didn’t have a very productive tenure here, but I still really enjoyed seeing him on the ice.
That leaves Vyborny as the lone vet. My guess is he’ll be wearing the ‘C.’ Could be Nash, or even Hainsey, though.
I wouldn’t be surprised to see the ‘C’ not awarded until next season.
My money is on Rick Nash.