Jackets demote Commodore to minors

COLUMBUS — The Columbus Blue Jackets sent unhappy defenseman Mike Commodore to AHL Springfield while trying to unload him and his big salary. Defenseman Grant Clitsome was called up to take the veteran’s place. Commodore asked the club last week to be traded and GM Scott Howson said he will try to comply.

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