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Denton Mateychuk gets a well-earned opportunity with the Blue Jackets

Rumors

Expect the Blue Jackets to look drastically different after the NHL Trade Deadline

Blue Jackets News

Blue Jackets bring up James Malatesta, Dean Evason is going to love having him in the lineup

Rumors

What should the Columbus Blue Jackets do with Ivan Provorov?

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Cleveland Monsters goalie Jet Greaves (73) blocks a shot during the decisive game 7 of the AHL Eastern Conference Finals between the Hershey Bears and Cleveland Monsters on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at the Giant Center in Hershey. The Bears won, 3-2, in overtime.

Inconsistent goaltending has forced the Blue Jackets' hand sooner than we expected

Nov 29, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek (55) skates after the puck in the game against the Montreal Canadiens in the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Why trading David Jiricek now was the correct decision for the Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets v San Jose Sharks

David Jiricek and Mikael Pyyhtia re-assigned to the Cleveland Monsters, what does it all mean?

Oct 20, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Nashville Predators defenseman Dante Fabbro (57) skates with the puck against Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Gustav Nyquist (14) in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Dante Fabbro is an interesting pickup at an interesting time for the Blue Jackets, with plenty of upside

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Montreal Canadiens v New York Rangers

The Blue Jackets should only target one player from the New York Rangers

Columbus Blue Jackets v St. Louis Blues

The Blue Jackets have to win any trade involving David Jiricek

Florida Panthers v Columbus Blue Jackets

Why the Blue Jackets might be smart to move Ivan Provorov soon, rather than later

Dec 29, 2023; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson (44) and Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Simon Benoit (2) fight during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

If required, a Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs salary cap-centered trade makes sense for both teams

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Oct 4, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Kent Johnson (91) skates with the puck on a breakaway against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Kent Johnson's return gives the Blue Jackets a more clearly defined forward group

Florida Panthers v Columbus Blue Jackets

Kent Johnson's return to practice is great news for a Blue Jackets team that has trouble scoring

2024 Upper Deck NHL Draft - First Round

The Blue Jackets are wisely playing the long game with Cayden Lindstrom, but when should we be concerned?

Toronto Maple Leafs v Columbus Blue Jackets

How bad are the injuries for the Columbus Blue Jackets?

Michigan v Arizona State

Prospects

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect watch, William Whitelaw is in a familiar situation

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Dec 15, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Jordan Staal (11) with left wing William Carrier (28) gets the shot away against Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Jake Christiansen (2) and center Sean Monahan (23) during the first period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets lose their 4th straight, have just 1 win in their last 8 games; what gives?

Washington Capitals v Columbus Blue Jackets

It took only one start for Jet Greaves to prove to the Blue Jackets that change is needed in goal

Montreal Canadiens v Columbus Blue Jackets

Dante Fabbro and the Columbus Blue Jackets have been a perfect match

Columbus Blue Jackets v Boston Bruins

Mathieu Olivier has emerged as an important part of the identity for the Blue Jackets

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Mar 12, 2024; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Daniil Tarasov (40) replaces goalie Elvis Merzlikins (90) against the Montreal Canadiens during the first period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

Analysis

Goaltending is at a crossroads in Columbus: here's 3 scenarios where it could stand in 2025-2026

Jan 15, 2024; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Wild defenseman Daemon Hunt (48) looks to pass during the first period against the New York Islanders at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-Imagn Images

Prospects

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect watch, welcoming Daemon Hunt into the system

Philadelphia Flyers v Columbus Blue Jackets

Analysis

Road weary Blue Jackets can't get a save, get beaten by Flyers on home ice

Oct 12, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Kent Johnson (91) celebrates his goal scored in the first period against the Colorado Avalanche at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Analysis

Kent Johnson is showing he can be an elite NHL forward, and it's glorious to watch

Columbus Blue Jackets v Vancouver Canucks

Analysis

Blue Jackets team goaltending has improved, but it is still a huge issue

Nov 23, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) awaits the face-off against the Carolina Hurricanes in the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Analysis

Adam Fantilli is facing a bit of a Sophomore Slump, and that's okay

Calgary Hitmen v Brandon Wheat Kings

Prospects

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect watch, Charlie Elick is just what we need

Carolina Hurricanes v Columbus Blue Jackets

Editorials

Imagining a Columbus Blue Jackets Thanksgiving dinner, who is the main course?

Nov 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) looks on against the Tampa Bay Lightning during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Editorials

Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski is entering the Norris Trophy conversation with authority

Carolina Hurricanes v Columbus Blue Jackets

Prospects

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect watch, Luca del bel Belluz is maturing in the AHL

Columbus Blue Jackets v Boston Bruins

Analysis

Blue Jackets physically gut it out, win big over the Bruins in Boston

New York Rangers v Columbus Blue Jackets

History

On this day in history, a legend was made in one of the most memorable Blue Jackets games of all-time