Blue Jackets Secure Egor Zamula with One-Year Contract

The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured defenseman Egor Zamula with a one-year contract, reinforcing their roster for the remainder of the 2025-26 season. The contract has a cap hit of $1 million, which reflects the team’s strategic move in the Metropolitan Division.

Egor Zamula’s Recent Career Journey

This signing follows a tumultuous series of events for Zamula. Earlier on Tuesday, his previous contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins was terminated after he was placed on waivers. This decision came less than 24 hours after he was waived on Monday.

Background on Egor Zamula

Egor Zamula, a 25-year-old native of Chelyabinsk, Russia, began the current NHL season with the Philadelphia Flyers. Initially, he was a regular in the lineup. However, his situation changed dramatically when he was placed on waivers in December due to reduced playtime.

• Signed by Blue Jackets: One-year contract worth $1 million.
• Previous Teams: Philadelphia Flyers, Pittsburgh Penguins.
• Contract Termination: Waived by Penguins after failing to report to their AHL affiliate.
• Trade History: Acquired by Penguins from Flyers in exchange for Philip Tomasino on New Year’s Eve.

Statistics Overview

Zamula’s recent performance in the NHL includes:

• Last NHL Game: December 7, against Colorado Avalanche (3-2 loss).
• Season Summary for Flyers: 1 point (1 assist) in 13 games.
• Average Playtime: 14 minutes per game.
• Plus/Minus Rating: +4.

Across 168 NHL games, Zamula has recorded:

In the AHL, Zamula has accumulated:

• 5 goals and 51 assists in 130 games (56 total points).

Blue Jackets’ Current Standing

As of now, the Blue Jackets hold a record of 18 wins, 16 losses, and 7 overtime losses. They are currently last in the Eastern Conference, trailing by six points behind the final Wild Card spot.

The addition of Egor Zamula provides the Blue Jackets with depth in defense, as they look to improve their standings in a competitive division.