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Aug 6, 2020; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Columbus Blue Jackets forward Pierre-Luc Dubois (18) scores the winning goal against Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen (31) as defenseman Tyson Barrie (94) and defenseman Morgan Rielly (44) look on during overtime of Eastern Conference qualifications at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

Six years ago today, Pierre-Luc Dubois gave us one of the most memorable performances in CBJ history

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Aug 6, 2026

So, what is the holdup on the Adam Fantilli extension?

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Aug 5, 2026

What if the Blue Jackets had taken Chicago's trade offer at the 2024 NHL Draft?

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Aug 4, 2026

Forget the public statement, maybe it's time for the McConnell family to admit failure and sell the team

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Aug 3, 2026

Dec 27, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; The Columbus Blue Jackets acknowledge then crowd after the game against the Boston Bruins at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Jeff Svoboda's departure is another tough pill for the 5th Line to swallow

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Aug 3, 2026

May 6, 2019; Columbus, OH, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Nick Foligno (71) and center Brandon Dubinsky (17) hug after being defeated by the Boston Bruins in game six of the second round of the 2019 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports

If they'd gotten past Boston, could the 2018-19 Columbus Blue Jackets have won the Cup? Maybe.

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Aug 2, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Luca Del Bel Belluz (65) celebrates his goal with the Blue Jackets bench against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period at PPG Paints Arena. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top-20 prospect tiers and recap

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Aug 1, 2026

Apr 13, 2024; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Buffalo Sabres head coach Don Granato looks on against the Florida Panthers during the third period at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

Don Granato gives the Blue Jackets more than just a familiar face

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Jul 31, 2026

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

Penn State defenseman Jackson Smith during a Big Ten ice hockey game against Michigan State in Beaver Stadium on January 31, 2026.

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #1, Jackson Smith has the potential to be a superstar

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Jul 30, 2026

Apr 9, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; A general view of a Columbus Blue Jackets jersey worn by a player against the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

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

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Jul 29, 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

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

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Jul 29, 2026

Jun 27, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Meredith Gaudreau announce Pyotr Andreyanov as the 20th overall pick by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the first round of the 2025 NHL Draft at Peacock Theater. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #2, Pyotr Andreyanov could be an elite goaltender in the NHL

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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

Jan 21, 2020; Lausanne, SWITZERLAND; Wide angle image from inside the net as Sergei Ivanov RUS makes a save to deny Gavin Brindley USA a goal in the RUS v USA Final of the Ice Hockey 6-Teams Men's competition at the Vaudoise Arena. The Winter Youth Olympic Games. Mandatory Credit: Joel Marklund/OIS Handout Photo via USA TODAY Sports

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #3, Sergei Ivanov has finally laid out his plans to come over

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Jul 28, 2026

Blue Jackets center Luca Del Bel Belluz takes a faceoff against Penguins wing Rickard Rakell

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #4, Luca Del Bel Belluz needs to have NHL success this year

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Jul 27, 2026

Jan 28, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets right wing Kirill Marchenko (86) carries the puckas Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Noah Juulsen (47) defends during the second period at Nationwide Arena. Mandatory Credit: Russell LaBounty-Imagn Images

Unless something drastically changes, Kirill Marchenko isn't going anywhere

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Jul 27, 2026

Jun 26, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; Oscar Hemming reacts beside NHL commissioner Gary Bettman after being selected with the fourteenth pick in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft by the Columbus Blue Jackets at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #5, Oscar Hemming adds a big presence up front

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Jul 26, 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

Michigan State's Cayden Lindstrom looks to pass against Michigan during the first period on Friday, Dec. 5, 2025, at Munn Ice Arena in East Lansing.

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #6, Cayden Lindstrom needs a big year

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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

Jan 30, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Charlie Coyle (3) hugs center Cole Sillinger (4) a goal against the Chicago Blackhawks during the third period at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Blue Jackets re-sign Cole Sillinger to a three-year contract extension

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Jul 24, 2026

Apr 14, 2026; Vancouver, British Columbia, CAN; Vancouver Canucks forward Jake DeBrusk (74) during a stop in play against the Los Angeles Kings in the third period at Rogers Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Frid-Imagn Images

Could the Blue Jackets make another trade this offseason?

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Jul 24, 2026

Guillaume Richard defends BC's Ryan Leonard, with goalie John Driscoll. PC beats number one ranked Boston College.

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #7, Guillaume Richard continues his climb up the Jackets depth chart

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Jul 24, 2026

Blue Jackets summer 2026 top prospects #8, Luca Marrelli has a lot of skill, but needs more time

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Jul 23, 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

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