Blue Jackets New Division Features Familiar Faces Roarke Boes | April 23, 2013 The July blockbuster that sent Rick Nash to New York was viewed by most of the hockey world as an overwhelming victory for the Rangers. For Columbus, it appeared to…
Surprise Blue Jackets Face Tough Road to Post Season Roarke Boes | March 21, 2013 Less than two months ago the Columbus Blue Jackets seemed destined for another last place finish. Following an abysmal start and without the face of the franchise for the first…
How The Blue Jackets Will Make the Playoffs Roarke Boes | March 11, 2013 The NHL returned stronger than ever in its first full month back since the latest lockout. The season was saved, but with an abbreviated season comes a myriad of pains…
Jarmo Kekäläinen Already On Thin Ice In Columbus Roarke Boes | February 28, 2013 The NHL’s most patriotic (American) brand has gone European. The Columbus Blue Jackets, named for Ohio’s rich Civil War history, recently announced the hiring of Finish general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen.…
The Blue Jackets Struggle to Replace Rick Nash Roarke Boes | February 11, 2013 The Blue Jackets loss to the Oilers Sunday served as a painful reminder of the difference between potential and productivity. Both Columbus and Edmonton are loaded with prized prospects, but…
Coyotes Relocation Would Lead to Significant Realignment Roarke Boes | February 7, 2013 It seems fitting that the latest attempt to purchase the Coyotes fell apart within 48 hours of Groundhog Day. The NHL has owned the troubled Glendale-based franchise four long years…