Trade Rumors Surrounding Blue Jackets’ Elvis Merzlikins Don Helbig | December 21, 2023 In the NHL, where mid-season trades can be a catalyst for significant transformations, the Columbus Blue Jackets currently find themselves at a crucial crossroads. The focal point of their contemplation…
Prospect Dmitri Voronkov Becoming a Beast for the Blue Jackets Don Helbig | December 14, 2023 Dmitri Voronkov’s ascent to an impact player with the Columbus Blue Jackets in his rookie season in the National Hockey League has been nothing short of spectacular. In a league…
Blue Jackets Recall Kent Johnson in a Crucial Move Don Helbig | December 1, 2023 The Columbus Blue Jackets made a significant roster move on Thursday (Nov. 30), recalling second-year pro Kent Johnson from the American Hockey League’s (AHL) Cleveland Monsters. This decision comes at…
Blue Jackets’ Gaudreau & Laine Not Meeting Expectations Don Helbig | November 23, 2023 As someone who has closely followed the Columbus Blue Jackets closely since their inception as an NHL franchise, the 2023-24 season began with palpable excitement as Patrick Laine and Johnny…
Blue Jackets GM Candidates if Jarmo Kekalainen Is Let Go Don Helbig | November 16, 2023 The Columbus Blue Jackets’ 2023-24 season has been nothing short of disappointing, with a 4-8-4 start, winless in their last six games (0-4-2), and a last-place standing in both the…
Blue Jackets’ Bean Making Underrated Contributions Don Helbig | November 13, 2023 In the high-stakes world of the NHL, where stars like Adam Fantilli, Johnny Gaudreau, Patrick Laine, and Zach Werenski dominate headlines, the nuanced and consistent play of players like Jake…
Blue Jackets Should be Optimistic & Skeptical of Roslovic’s Play Don Helbig | November 5, 2023 As the Columbus Blue Jackets began a two-game road trip with games against the Washington Capitals on Saturday and Florida Panthers on Monday, one player who has been turning heads is Jack…
Blue Jackets Should Consider Signing Phil Kessel Don Helbig | October 29, 2023 When hockey fans last saw Phil Kessel on the ice, he was hoisting the Stanley Cup in June as a proud member of the Vegas Golden Knights. However, as the…
Patrik Laine Struggling in New Role as Blue Jackets Center Don Helbig | October 21, 2023 One of the top storylines as the Columbus Blue Jackets began the 2023-24 season was focused on how Patrick Laine would adapt to his desired new role as a center.…
Blue Jackets’ 4-0 Loss Provides Lesson in Accountability Don Helbig | October 17, 2023 The Columbus Blue Jackets took to the ice on a chilly Monday night at Nationwide Arena, hosting the Detroit Red Wings for the third of a four-game homestand to begin…
Blue Jackets Lineup Gets Added Versatility with Texier’s Return Don Helbig | October 4, 2023 When the Columbus Blue Jackets gathered for training camp, one compelling storyline was the return of forward Alexandre Texier. He had been on the verge of establishing himself as a…
Blue Jackets Would Benefit From Potential AHL Exemptions for 2 Prospects Don Helbig | September 24, 2023 Promising prospects Jordan Dumais and Denton Mateychuk are among the 73 players (42 forwards, 25 defensemen, and six goalies) at the Columbus Blue Jackets’ training camp competing for coveted spots…
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