The Columbus Blue Jackets are finalizing a two-year entry-level contract with college free-agent Sam Vigneault of Clarkson University, TSN's Bob McKenzie reports.
Upon reaching a deal, Vigneault will report to the Cleveland Monsters, Columbus' AHL affiliate, and his contract will begin next season, McKenzie adds.
Vigneault, a 6-foot-5, 21-year-old forward, led Clarkson this season with 36 points in 39 games.
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