The Jackets may have some use for Schroeder, who has been unable to secure a regular job in the NHL the last five seasons. He could serve a similar role that Sam Gagner served for Columbus in 2016-17. Gagner will become an unrestricted free agent on July 1.

The Wild were not expected to qualify Schroeder, a pending restricted free agent, prior to July 1 (which would have made him an unrestricted free agent). Therefore, it makes sense that they grabbed a fringe prospect like Salituro for Schroeder at this time.

Schroeder has a very small opportunity to become a fantasy factor this season, but it is not likely. He should not be drafted in any league until he becomes a regular in the NHL. Salituro is a long way from the NHL, or fantasy consideration.