Multiple reports indicate that Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell has been in ongoing discussions with Adam Fantilli’s agent, Pat Brisson, ahead of the NHL Board of Governors meeting in New York City. According to Pierre LeBrun, both sides have made progress in their talks, though a deal has not yet been finalized.
Don Waddell, 68, is a former player who did not record a point in his only NHL game during the 1980-81 season. He spent the 1987-88 season in the IHL with Flint, where he recorded 17 goals, 58 assists, and 75 points in 71 games. His career in the NHL was brief, with just one game played.
Later reports have not added new information, and there is no indication of differing accounts from the sources cited. The situation remains in the negotiation phase, with both parties continuing to engage in talks.
This is a signing story. The Blue Jackets are seeking to add Adam Fantilli, a player whose potential impact on the team would depend on his role and performance. The club’s current context is not provided, but the ongoing discussions suggest that a deal could still be reached.