Howson speaks

I probably should link these videos more often, but suffice to say that when the general manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets speaks, we all need to listen very closely.

Big takeaways from this interview:

• Ryan Johansen isn't ready yet (but could be by the time the final roster cuts are made for 2011-12)
• The Blue Jackets are going to press hard on the market - trade or free agency - for top four defensive help
• Mathieu Garon, who had a torn tendon through the latter part of the season and probably saw his effectiveness diminish at least in part due to the injury (but he's already had corrective surgery), is still on the CBJ radar as a potential backup to Steve Mason.

But that's my take.  Watch for yourself.