The Devils say no. They are looking to extend and maybe name him captain.

He'll probably be a deadline deal next season if they can't get something worked out. They can get a better package for him if they move him in the off season vs as a deadline deal if contract negotiations aren't going anywhere in the off season.

They could also look at going the trade and re sign route if he's seriously contemplating staying in New Jersey for the next 5 or 6 years after next season.

Aquire assets to help the team, then just sign him as a UFA. It's been done before.

Columbus declines. We aren’t ready to sell low on Anderson. Maybe next year at the deadline depending on contract and performance.

That's what I sort of figured you guys would be doing. Give him another season to see if he can get back to his play of last season.

He"ll be a player the Flames will be looking at in the off season if there is some interest by the Jackets to move him.