Predators claim Foudy off waivers from Blue Jackets

The Nashville Predators announced Saturday they've claimed forward Liam Foudy off waivers from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Columbus selected Foudy 18th overall in the 2018 NHL Draft, but he hasn't lived up to his first-round billing. He's tallied seven goals and 12 assists in 90 career NHL games across parts of five seasons.

Foudy brings a terrific combination of size and speed. He's 6-foot-2 and one of the sport's best skaters, but it hasn't translated to strong on-ice results.

The London Knights product will be reunited with his former OHL teammate, Luke Evangelista, in Nashville.

Foudy is in the final year of his contract with a $762,500 cap hit. He'll be a restricted free agent at season's end and is under team control until 2027.