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Isac Lundestrom celebrates a goal at Nationwide Arena

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Isac Lundestrom is what Columbus was looking for

Weston Motz

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Jun 8, 2026

Blue Jackets 2025–26 player review, Mathieu Olivier justified his extension and solidified his role

Mike Stump

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Jun 4, 2026

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Dante Fabbro saw his role diminish

Matthew Duffey

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Jun 3, 2026

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Adam Fantilli thrived under Rick Bowness and nears elite forward status

Mike Stump

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Jun 2, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Denton Mateychuk (5) skates with the puck against the New York Islanders during the third period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Denton Mateychuk continues to improve

Matthew Duffey

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Jun 1, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Jet Greaves (73) celebrates the win against the New York Rangers after the game at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Jet Greaves has arrived as the goaltender of the future

Mike Stump

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May 28, 2026

Luca Del Bel Belluz warms up before a game against the Vegas Golden Knights at T-Mobile Arena

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Luca Del Bel Belluz didn't take advantage of the playing time he was given

Weston Motz

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May 27, 2026

Jan 15, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan (23) carries the puck as Vancouver Canucks center Max Sasson (63) trails the play during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 season review, Sean Monahan never got his offense going this year

Curtis Deem

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May 26, 2026

Feb 3, 2026; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Miles Wood (11) plays the puck as New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec (17) defends during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Miles Wood's injury hampered what began as a promising season

Mike Stump

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May 25, 2026

Damon Severson celebrates his goal against the Seattle Kraken during the first period at Nationwide Arena

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Damon Severson earned back the trust he lost

Weston Motz

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May 21, 2026

Nov 11, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger (4) plays the puck during the first period against the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Cole Sillinger took major strides this year

Curtis Deem

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May 20, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Danton Heinen (43) skates with the puck as Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (72) tries to defend during the first period at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Danton Heinen found a role

Matthew Duffey

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May 19, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Conor Garland (83) looks to pass against the Seattle Kraken during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Conor Garland was a positive late addition

Matthew Duffey

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May 18, 2026

Jan 10, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Kent Johnson (91) controls the puck ahead of Colorado Avalanche center Ross Colton (20) in the second period at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Kent Johnson slumped all year

Curtis Deem

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May 15, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) reacts against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Boone Jenner was as consistent as ever

Struan McNevan

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May 14, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Ivan Provorov (9) looks to pass against the San Jose Sharks during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Ivan Provorov was exactly what we know him to be

Curtis Deem

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May 13, 2026

Erik Gudbranson communicates with teammate Denton Mateychuk during a stoppage in play

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Erik Gudbranson was a liability at even strength

Weston Motz

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May 12, 2026

Jan 4, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Brendan Gaunce (16) skates for the puck against Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Brett Kulak (77) in the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Brendan Gaunce was reliable when called upon

Matthew Duffey

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May 11, 2026

Blue Jackets defenseman Brendan Smith fights New Jersey Devils forward Paul Cotter

Blue Jackets 2025-26 Player Review, Brendan Smith brought stability and toughness when healthy

Weston Motz

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May 7, 2026

Nov 17, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Zach Aston-Reese (27) carries the puck as Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson (48) defends during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Zach Aston-Reese kept things simple

Curtis Deem

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May 6, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Egor Zamula (6) shoots the puck against the Philadelphia Flyers in the first period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Egor Zamula made sure not to disturb the box score

Mike Stump

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May 5, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Charlie Coyle (3) takes a shot in the first period against the Detroit Red Wings at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Charlie Coyle was exactly what Columbus needed, but now can they keep him?

Mike Stump

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May 4, 2026

Jan 15, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Jake Christiansen (2) scrums with Vancouver center Aatu Raty (54) and left wing Evander Kane (91) during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Jake Christiansen didn't lock in his role

Mike Stump

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Apr 30, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left winger Dmitri Voronkov (10) prepares to skate onto the ice before the game against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Dmitri Voronkov was hot and cold

Struan McNevan

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Apr 29, 2026

Mar 3, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins (90) makes a glove save against the Nashville Predators during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Elvis Merzlikins battled it all

Curtis Deem

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Apr 28, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment (17) celebrates his third goal of the game with right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) and center Adam Fantilli (19) during the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets 2025-26 player review, Mason Marchment was found money

Curtis Deem

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) looks to pass as Boston Bruins center Mark Kastelic (47) trails the play during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

The Blue Jackets have 10 RFA players that need new deals this summer

Curtis Deem

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Apr 24, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment, middle, celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the New York Islanders in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

Reviewing the 2025-26 Columbus Blue Jackets, Don Waddell had to stay active to keep his team afloat

Curtis Deem

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Apr 20, 2026

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