per the Athletic, even though PLD has signed a new contract with CBJ, he still wants to be traded
https://theathletic.com/2295491/2020...shared_article
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One source told The Athletic that the relationship between Dubois and the Blue Jackets changed during negotiations this fall.
The Blue Jackets may have been willing to sign Dubois to a long-term contract that would have reached into his unrestricted free agency seasons, but apparently a short-term “bridge contract” was preferred by Dubois’ camp for two reasons: (1) It gives Kekalainen time to seek a trade for Dubois and get a return that is commensurate with his value, rather than force an immediate trade. (2) It keeps Dubois from being locked in with Columbus long-term.
As a restricted free agent, Dubois was allowed to speak with other NHL franchises since free agency began on Oct. 9. Dubois did not sign an offer sheet, obviously, but the Blue Jackets were extremely wary of one, which is why they traded defensemen Ryan Murray and Markus Nutivaara at liquidation prices on the eve of free agency.
It was in these discussions with other clubs, apparently, that Dubois’ desire to leave Columbus was made clear.
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