Blue Jackets Extend Voronkov Through 2026-27

The Columbus Blue Jackets have re-signed forward Dmitri Voronkov, 24, to a two-year, $8.35 million contract extension that runs through the 2026-27 NHL season. Voronkov, a restricted free agent after his entry-level deal, posted 23 goals and 47 points in 73 games during his standout sophomore campaign. Since joining Columbus in 2023, he has accumulated 81 points in 148 NHL games and leads the team in power-play goals over the last two seasons. Voronkov, originally drafted 114th overall in 2019, also led all NHL rookies in power-play goals during his rookie season and previously played for AK Bars Kazan in the KHL. Blue Jackets president and GM Don Waddell commended Voronkov's size, strength, and skill, underscoring his value to the team's young core. Voronkov earned a silver medal with the Russian Olympic Committee at the 2022 Olympics.