Mike Stump

Mike Stump

Joined: May 22, 2024

Mike is a long-time CBJ fan who has been around since Day 1 of the franchise. He grew up in Columbus, went to college at Ohio State, Class of '19, and now works as a Claims Operations Supervisor in Auto Insurance. He brings the perspective of a long-time Jackets fan who somehow has not had the relentless optimism beaten out of him over the last 25 years.

Downtown Youngstown has used the Covelli Centre arena as a centerpiece for its revitalization, which includes green space for musical festivals, an amphitheater and a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel.

Goalie prospect Melvin Strahl will play in Ohio this season, good news for the Blue Jackets

Mar 23, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson (44) warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Erik Gudbranson is a Columbus Blue Jacket for life

Pittsburgh Penguins v Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Jake Christiansen faces suddenly stiff competition for a roster spot

Colorado Avalanche v Columbus Blue Jackets

The new Cole Sillinger deal is a no-risk, low cap hit bridge deal for a promising young center and the CBJ

Apr 6, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing James Malatesta (67) during pregame warmup against the Philadelphia Flyers at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, James Malatesta has the chance to make the regular lineup in Columbus

Mar 28, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) warms up before the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Elvis Merzlikins has reached his final chance in Columbus

Pittsburgh Penguins v Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, defenseman Stanislav Svozil could get a real look at the NHL level this season

Mar 19, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Winnipeg Jets center Sean Monahan (23) skates during warmups before the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Danny Wild-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Sean Monahan brings skill and history with Johnny Gaudreau

2022 NHL Stanley Cup Final - Game Six

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Jack Johnson returns to Columbus as depth and a mentor to a young blueline

Sep 24, 2023; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Owen Sillinger (76) celebrates with Cole Sillinger (4) after Owen scored a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports

The Blue Jackets signed two Monsters to NHL-level contracts this summer. Who are they?

Dec 19, 2023; Buffalo, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Kuraly (7) waits for the face-off during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets 2024 season preview, Sean Kuraly continues to bring a stabilizing presence to the locker room

We've likely seen the last of Patrik Laine in the Union Blue.

Patrik Laine has left the NHLPA assistance program, what will a trade look like?

Pittsburgh Penguins v Columbus Blue Jackets

Bob McElligott is the correct and only choice to be the new play-by-play voice of the Columbus Blue Jackets

Tampa Bay Lightning v Columbus Blue Jackets

Don Waddell had to move on from Blue Jacket head coach Pascal Vincent now

Columbus Blue Jackets v Carolina Hurricanes

The Cleveland Monsters fell just short in game 1 of the AHL Eastern Conference Finals to the Hershey Bears in OT

Calgary Hitmen v Winnipeg Ice

Huge Defense Prospect Carter Yakemchuk Should be a Name the Columbus Blue Jackets Keep on Their Short List at #4