According to Dan Milstein, Artemi Panarin’s agent, they won’t discuss his future with the Columbus Blue Jackets until after the season is over. 

TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun says that no statement from Columbus GM Jarmo Kekalainen will be issued on Monday.

Panarin is on an expiring two-year deal ($6 million AAV) and is currently slated to be an unrestricted free agent on July 1. He was acquired by the Jackets along with Tyler Motte and a sixth-round pick from the Chicago Blackhawks on Jun. 23, 2017 in exchange for Brandon Saad, Anton Forsberg and a fifth-round pick.

The Jackets are currently third in the Metropolitan division with 59 points. Since their NHL debut in 2000, the franchise has not made it past the first round of the playoffs. 

The 27-year-old has 53 points (19 goals, 34 assists) in 46 games this season. He has 135 points in 127 games during his tenure with the Jackets.