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Vancouver Canucks v Columbus Blue Jackets

Blue Jackets 2024-25 season in review, Damon Severson could not earn Dean Evason's trust

Curtis Deem
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Blue Jackets season in review, Mikael Pyyhtia was given a long look at the NHL level

Curtis Deem
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Blue Jackets season in review, Jet Greaves showed everyone that he's ready for an NHL role

Matthew Duffey
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Columbus Blue Jackets season in review, Cole Sillinger has found a home and a firm role in Arch City

Mike Stump
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Columbus Blue Jackets v Philadelphia Flyers

Dante Fabbro's season in review, he revitalized his career in Columbus

Matthew Duffey
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Oct 26, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Yegor Chinakhov (59) brings the puck around the board in the second period against the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena. Mandatory Credit: Casey Gower-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets season in review, Yegor Chinakhov sees another injury-plagued season go by

Mike Stump
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Columbus Blue Jackets v San Jose Sharks

Jack Johnson's season in review, he filled a niche on the back end for the Blue Jackets

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Feb 2, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Jake Christiansen (2) during the game between the Dallas Stars and the Columbus Blue Jackets at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Jake Christiansen's season in review, he found a steady role with the Blue Jackets

Mike Stump
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Columbus Blue Jackets v Ottawa Senators

Blue Jackets season in review, Luke Kunin will probably be quickly forgotten

Matthew Duffey
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New York Rangers v Columbus Blue Jackets

Daniil Tarasov's 2024-25 season in review, he never really found his game

Matthew Duffey
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Detroit Red Wings v Columbus Blue Jackets

James van Riemsdyk's 2024-25 season in review, he was everything the Blue Jackets needed him to be

Curtis Deem
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Columbus Blue Jackets Media Day Luncheon

What holes need filled for the Blue Jackets to take the next step and get into the playoffs

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Philadelphia Flyers v Columbus Blue Jackets

The last two games are huge for the Blue Jackets, how have they fared against these opponents this season?

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Columbus Blue Jackets v Ottawa Senators

The Blue Jackets have made one piece of their goaltending equation obvious

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Apr 5, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason watches the play against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the third period at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-Imagn Images

Where has the offense gone for the Columbus Blue Jackets?

Curtis Deem
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Colorado Avalanche v Columbus Blue Jackets

Hockey's most important position is letting the Blue Jackets down at a pivotal time

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Columbus Blue Jackets v New York Islanders

Goaltender interference decisions leave both the Islanders and Blue Jackets confused

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Florida Panthers v Columbus Blue Jackets

Why has the offense dried up for the Blue Jackets?

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Mar 17, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; New Jersey Devils goalie Jake Allen (34) stops the wrap around attempt of Columbus Blue Jackets center Mathieu Olivier (24) during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets' third period surge not enough against the Devils, playoff window is closing quickly

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Mar 13, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) carries the puck against the Vegas Golden Knights during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

As game intensity ramps up, the Blue Jackets are finding out just how close they are to competing

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Jan 25, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) hugs goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) after defeating Los Angeles Kings in overtime at Nationwide Arena on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Mandatory Credit: Samantha Madar/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

What kind of record will it take for the Columbus Blue Jackets to make the playoffs?

Mike Stump
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Jan 16, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) shoots the puck against San Jose Sharks defenseman Mario Ferraro (38) and defenseman Timothy Liljegren (37) in the third period at Nationwide Arena on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Mandatory Credit: Samantha Madar/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

Kirill Marchenko is emerging as one of the top two-way wingers in the entire NHL

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Jan 23, 2025; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes center Seth Jarvis (24) celebrates his goal with center Martin Necas (88) and right wing Andrei Svechnikov (37) against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Back to back starts are hurting the Blue Jackets this season

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Columbus Blue Jackets v New York Islanders

The Blue Jackets are managing their goaltending better, leading to improved results

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Seattle Kraken v Columbus Blue Jackets

Denton Mateychuk has made a big difference for the Blue Jackets

Curtis Deem
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Washington Capitals v Columbus Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets needs for next season, part 3: goaltending

Matthew Duffey
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Detroit Red Wings v Columbus Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets needs for next season, part 2: defense

Matthew Duffey
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Columbus Blue Jackets v Pittsburgh Penguins

Columbus Blue Jackets needs for next season, part 1: forwards

Matthew Duffey
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