Blue Jackets' Nicolas Meloche: Signs PTO

Meloche signed a professional tryout agreement with the Blue Jackets on Wednesday, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

Meloche signed with the Flames last summer but he never got into a game with Calgary. The 26-year-old defenseman will get a chance to earn a contract with the Blue Jackets, but Columbus added several key defensive pieces this offseason, meaning Meloche will have to impress during training camp to secure a deal.