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Sep 4, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; John H. McConnell II speaks at a candlelight vigil to remember Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau at Nationwide Arena. Gaudreau, along with his brother, Matthew, died in a bicycle crash last week. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns-Imagn Images via Columbus Dispatch/USA TODAY Network

It's time for the McConnell family to change how the Blue Jackets do business

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Jul 30, 2026

Most of the 5th Line is devastated by today's broadcast news from the Blue Jackets

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Jul 29, 2026

Following a trail of clues gives us an idea where Adam Fantilli's contract extension will land

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Jul 29, 2026

The Blue Jackets should lean harder into their Civil War roots

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Jul 28, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) and Boston Bruins defenseman Jonathan Aspirot (45) skate after a loose puck during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Looking ahead, what might the Blue Jackets cap situation look like next summer?

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Jul 25, 2026

Jan 24, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger (4) celebrates his goal during the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Don Waddell has kept the band together, while leaving himself enough room to maneuver

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Jul 24, 2026

Dec 11, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger (4) looks to pass during the second period against the Ottawa Senators at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

Cole Sillinger earned his contract by becoming a vital role player for the Blue Jackets

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Jul 24, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defensemen Zach Werenski (8) celebrates his goal with forward Adam Fantilli (19), defensemen Dante Fabbro (15), and forward Cole Sillinger (4) during the third period against the Minnesota Wild at Grand Casino Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nick Wosika-Imagn Images

The Blue Jackets are in great cap shape after re-signing Jet Greaves

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Jul 23, 2026

Jan 22, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Jet Greaves (73) celebrates the win against the Dallas Stars after the game at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Jet Greaves finally gets rewarded for years of hard work and patience

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Jul 23, 2026

Mar 21, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins left wing Bokondji Imama (14) and Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Mathieu Olivier (24) fight during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Do the Blue Jackets even have a real rivalry with another team?

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Jul 21, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Noah Dobson (53) defends against New Jersey Devils center Nico Hischier (13) during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-Imagn Images

What if the Blue Jackets had won the Noah Dobson sweepstakes?

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Jul 17, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Rick Bowness signals goalie Jet Greaves (73) to the bench against the Winnipeg Jets during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

The 5 toughest challenges for the Blue Jackets on their 2026-27 schedule

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Jul 16, 2026

Apr 11, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Avery Hayes (85) moves the puck against the Washington Capitals at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images

As Pittsburgh’s tie to Wheeling wavers, is this the moment for Columbus to reclaim an ECHL partner?

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Jul 10, 2026

Mar 2, 2026; New York, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) celebrates his goal against New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin (31) during the first period at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The 5th Line is rightfully nervous about an Adam Fantilli offer sheet

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Jul 9, 2026

Martin Lepage (24) of the Nashville Knights and Rob Schriner of the Columbus Chill battle over the puck. The Knights busted loose in the third period to win 4-1 before 2,845 fans at Municipal Auditorium on Nov. 1, 1994.

It is beyond time for the Blue Jackets to pay greater homage to the Columbus Chill

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Jul 8, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) watches the puck during the third period against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets summer moves are a sign to the players who played here last season

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Jul 7, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger (4) celebrates his goal against the Seattle Kraken during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Jet Greaves and Cole Sillinger have filed for salary arbitration, here is what it does and does not mean

Mike Stump

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Jul 6, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Elmont, New York, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) plays the puck against New York Islanders left wing Emil Heineman (51) during the first period at UBS Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

After a roller-coaster week, the 5th Line will welcome Zach Werenski back with open arms

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Jul 2, 2026

Mar 24, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

Zach Werenski finally breaks his silence, and it's good news for the Blue Jackets

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Jul 1, 2026

Feb 25, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) takes the puck off the stick of Dallas Stars right wing Evgenii Dadonov (63) during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Zach Werenski not only wants to leave Columbus, he wants to leave the Blue Jackets in shambles

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Jul 1, 2026

Mar 17, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) looks to pass as New Jersey Devils center Cody Glass (12) trails the play during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Breaking down the 5th Line's trade ideas for two Blue Jackets stars

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Jun 30, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) controls the puck against the Chicago Blackhawks during the first period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

The Blue Jackets have options, but ripping off the band-aid is the best one

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Jun 29, 2026

Jan 6, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right winger Kirill Marchenko (86) waits for play to resume against the San Jose Sharks in the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Kirill Marchenko wanting to move on is the decision that really hurts the Blue Jackets long-term

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Jun 27, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) awaits the face-off against the New York Islanders in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-Imagn Images

The only surprising thing about Zach Werenski's imminent departure is its timing

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Jun 27, 2026

Mar 10, 2026; Tampa, Florida, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) warms up before a game against the before a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Benchmark International Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Instead of dousing the fire, Don Waddell may have just added more smoke around Zach Werenski

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Jun 25, 2026

Jan 7, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Adam Fantilli (19) and right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) and defenseman Zach Werenski (8) talk before the start of the overtime period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Blue Jackets aren't trading all of their stars away, because they know what that means

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Jun 23, 2026

Dec 14, 2023; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets forward Dmitri Voronkov (10) congratulates Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kent Johnson (91) after scoring the winning goal against the Toronto Maple Leafs during the overtime at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Don Waddell reaffirms, the Blue Jackets need Kent Johnson and Dmitri Voronkov to bounce back

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Jun 17, 2026

Jan 11, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Hurricanes general manger Don Waddell talks to the press between the 1st and 2nd period against the Anaheim Ducks at PNC Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

How much credit does Don Waddell deserve for the Carolina Hurricanes Cup win?

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Jun 16, 2026

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