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Blue Jackets acquire fifth-round pick from Devils in exchange for Ryan Murray

In 347 regular-season games in seven NHL seasons, all with Columbus, he has 15 goals and 95 assists.
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Ryan Murray carries the puck against the Montreal Canadiens during an NHL hockey game in Columbus, Ohio, Friday, Jan. 18, 2019. (AP Photo/Paul Vernon)

The New Jersey Devils acquired defenseman Ryan Murray from the Columbus Blue Jackets on Thursday for a fifth-round pick in the 2021 draft.

The 27-year-old Murray, the No. 2 overall pick in 2012, had two goals and seven assists in 27 games last season with the Blue Jackets, and added goal in nine playoff games.

In 347 regular-season games in seven NHL seasons, all with Columbus, he has 15 goals and 95 assists.

“Ryan is a very good player and quality person and we thank him for everything he has done as a member of our organization and wish him well in the future,” General Manager and Alternate Governor Jarmo Kekalainen said.

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