The Columbus Blue Jackets showed promise in their 3-0 preseason shutout victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Here are the most valuable future bets for the Blue Jackets' 2021-22 season:

Blue Jackets to Make Playoffs (+1100)

• New offensive-minded system under coach Brad Larsen benefits scorers like Patrik Laine
• Addition of playmaker Jakub Voráček (averaged 60+ points in last three full seasons)
• Improved defense with young talents Adam Boqvist and Jake Bean
• Metropolitan Division appears vulnerable outside of the Islanders
• Third place division finish is realistic given roster improvements

Zach Werenski for Norris Trophy (+2500)

• Fully recovered from hernia surgery
• New $57.5M contract reflects high expectations
• Top defensive pairing with Boqvist increases scoring opportunities
• Must excel both offensively and defensively as team's #1 defenseman

Brad Larsen for Jack Adams Award (+6600)

• Strong value at current odds
• Four of last 10 winners were first-year coaches
• Already familiar with roster as former assistant
• Would likely win if team makes playoffs
• Odds should increase as season progresses

The Blue Jackets' offseason changes and favorable division alignment create multiple betting opportunities with strong potential returns. The team making the playoffs appears to be the most likely positive outcome among these futures bets.

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