Jackets very easily decline

The Kings don't have the cap space for Pearson.

I know Columbus could do something. I agree it might not match. Maybe Garland or Boeser for Roslavic but would like Peeke also.

Kings may want Garland but will need to make $ work

Columbus doesn't have room for Boeser in its top six nor room for OEL's contract going forward.

Jackets don't need wings. They need a 1C and shutdown defensemen.
Horvat with an extension is about the only trade the Jackets would really be interested in with the Cancuks, but not at the price the Canucks want.

...and not with the extension AAV that Horvat is likely to want either, for that matter.

Boston over the cap. Any move to move Smith or Reilly will be to shed their cap, not bring more back.

You do realize that the salary cap does exist right? Some of these teams can’t take on more cap.