Editorials

Nov 10, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Johnny Gaudreau (13) prepares for a face-off against the Philadelphia Flyers in the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gaelen Morse-USA TODAY Sports

CBJ Calendar Year in Review: 2022

CBJ Christmas Wish List

Columbus Blue Jackets: Settling into the Bottom Three

Columbus Blue Jackets: Line Shuffling Ruins Chance of a Comeback

COLUMBUS, OH - DECEMBER 07: Tage Thompson #72 of the Buffalo Sabres beats Elvis Merzlikins #90 of the Columbus Blue Jackets for his first of four goals in the first period of the game at Nationwide Arena on December 7, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

Sabres Embarrass the Jackets

COLUMBUS, OH - DECEMBER 04: Jack Roslovic #96 of the Columbus Blue Jackets controls the puck during the game against the Detroit Red Wings at Nationwide Arena on December 4, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

What to do With Jack Roslovic?

Nov 10, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov (4) in the first period against the Philadelphia Flyers at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gaelen Morse-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets Must Re-Sign Gavrikov

Nov 28, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) celebrates his goal against the Vegas Golden Knights during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets’ Top Line Clicking

Nov 20, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Yegor Chinakhov (59) passes the puck in the first period against the Florida Panthers at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gaelen Morse-USA TODAY Sports

It’s Time To Play the Kids

TAMPERE, FINLAND - NOVEMBER 05: Jacob MacDonald of Colarado (L) against Zach Werenski of Columbus (C) and Nick Blankenburg of Columbus (R) during the 2022 NHL Global Series - Finland match between Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets at Nokia Arena on November 5, 2022 in Tampere, Finland. (Photo by Jari Pestelacci/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)

As Injuries Pile Up, So Do Memories of Old

Nov 12, 2018; Dallas, TX, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella watches his team take on the Dallas Stars during the third period at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

John Tortorella’s Columbus Legacy

TAMPERE, FINLAND - NOVEMBER 05: head coach Brad Larsen of Columbus during the after game interview at the 2022 NHL Global Series - Finland match between Colorado Avalanche and Columbus Blue Jackets at Nokia Arena on November 5, 2022 in Tampere, Finland. (Photo by Jari Pestelacci/Eurasia Sport Images/Getty Images)

Are the Wheels Off for the Blue Jackets?

Oct 30, 2022; Newark, New Jersey, USA; New Jersey Devils left wing Jesper Bratt (63) (not shown) scores a goal on Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) during the third period at Prudential Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports

The Road Reset – Can Finland Trip Help the Jackets?

Jan 30, 2022; Montreal, Quebec, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Joonas Korpisalo (70) during the second period at Bell Centre. Mandatory Credit: David Kirouac-USA TODAY Sports

Five of the Most Notable Finnish Players in CBJ History

Oct 28, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Jiricek (55) and Boston Bruins left wing A.J. Greer (10) battle for the puck during the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports

Losing is All Part of the Plan

Oct 25, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Arizona Coyotes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (14) celebrates a goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-USA TODAY Sports

Identity Confirmed? Jackets Dropped by Yotes

Oct 22, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (90) reacts after allowing a goal against the Pittsburgh Penguins in the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Do The Blue Jackets Have a Goaltending Controversy?

Sep 25, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson (44) during the first period against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports

Metro Rundown: After Strong Offseason, Where do Jackets Stand?

COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 04: Zach Werenski #8 of the Columbus Blue Jackets is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a goal during the game against the Boston Bruins at Nationwide Arena on April 4, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

Five Bold Predictions for the 2022-23 CBJ Season

Feb 20, 2022; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) skates with the puck against Buffalo Sabres right wing Kyle Okposo (21) in the third period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets Face “Bitter Rival” Sabres Three Times on National TV

Jan 20, 2022; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Alexandre Texier (42) battles for position with Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Travis Sanheim (6) during the first period at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

What’s Next for Blue Jackets, Texier?

COLUMBUS, OH - MARCH 07: Sean Kuraly #7 of the Columbus Blue Jackets is congratulated by his teammates after scoring a goal during the second period of the game against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Nationwide Arena on March 7, 2022 in Columbus, Ohio. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

Embrace the Hate

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The Columbus Blue Jackets Have Potential – But Can’t Quite Seal The Deal

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Alexandre Texier a Big Part of Future for Blue Jackets

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Blue Jackets Would be Foolish to Trade Alexandre Texier

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Blue Jackets Face Tough Test in Upcoming Schedule

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NHL Trade Deadline: 4 Realistic Possibilities for Blue Jackets

COLUMBUS, OH - APRIL 16: Nick Foligno #71 of the Columbus Blue Jackets celebrates with goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky #72 of the Columbus Blue Jackets after winning Game Four of the Eastern Conference First Round during the 2019 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs on April 16, 2019 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Columbus defeated Tampa Bay 7-3 to win the series 4-0. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images)

Columbus Blue Jackets: Finally, We Have Sweep Dreams