Author: Lance Schrock
Credentialed Writer covering the Columbus Blue Jackets. Host of the BrewJackets Podcast.
NHL Game Recap: Connor McDavid Leaves Game Early In Loss to The Columbus Blue Jackets
- Lance Schrock
- October 29, 2024
On the night of Monday, October 28, the Columbus Blue Jackets faced the Edmonton Oilers in Columbus at Nationwide Arena. The game was a whirlwind of penalty kills and powerplays from start to finish. Edmonton star Connor McDavid left the game early after being injured in the first minute of play. The Oilers fought hard […]
Read MoreColumbus Blue Jackets Weekly Wrap Up: Injury News and New Trade Rumors
- Lance Schrock
- October 28, 2024
The Columbus Blue Jackets finished an exciting week of hockey with one win and one overtime loss. They took down Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs but lost in overtime against Filip Forsberg and the Nashville Predators. There’s been better news about injuries lately. Some players may have the chance to return earlier than […]
Read MoreColumbus Blue Jackets Week Two Recap: Adding To The IR
- Lance Schrock
- October 22, 2024
In the first two weeks, the Blue Jackets have won two games and lost three, putting them in seventh place in the Metropolitan Division. There have been some shining moments as well as some learning moments. Team injuries have started to stack up and two new names have been added to the injured reserve as […]
Read MoreA Heartfelt Home Opener For The Columbus Blue Jacket
- Lance Schrock
- October 16, 2024
Hockey season is back in full swing, and the Blue Jackets played their first home game on Tuesday, October 15, against the Florida Panthers. The Jackets lost 4-3, but the score wasn’t the only thing on people’s minds. Before the game, the Blue Jackets organization held an emotional ceremony to honor Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. […]
Read MoreColumbus Blue Jackets First Week Recap
- Lance Schrock
- October 14, 2024
On Saturday, October 12 the Columbus Blue Jackets finished their second game of the season. They beat the Colorado Avalanche 6-4 in a high-scoring fight and advanced to a record of one win and one loss. Earlier in the week they gained their first loss against the Minnesota Wild in a close-fought battle that ended […]
Read MoreA Change In Blue Jackets Preseason Predictions: Recalls, Injuries, and Signings
- Lance Schrock
- October 9, 2024
A lot has happened since the last article I wrote discussing the likely lines and predictions for opening night. Several new players have joined the roster, and a few others have been listed as injured. Once again, the game plan has to change. Kevin Labanc Kevin Labanc signed with the Blue Jackets this past Saturday. […]
Read MoreColumbus Blue Jackets Opening Night Line Predictions
- Lance Schrock
- September 30, 2024
The Blue Jackets are almost halfway through their pre-season games, and some possible line combinations are starting to shape up. The team began with 55 players in training camp and has trimmed that to 36 over the last week. Here are the players who have been either loaned, returned to their team, or released, starting […]
Read MoreBlue Jacket’s Hold Pre-Season Press Conference Part 1: Don Waddell and Dean Evason
- Lance Schrock
- September 18, 2024
On Monday, September 18, the Columbus Blue Jackets held a press conference to discuss the upcoming 2024-25 NHL Season. Don Waddell and Dean Evason were the first to speak, followed by Captain Boone Jenner, Alternate Captain Zach Werenski, and Sean Monahan. The players’ statements will be covered in Part Two. Johnny Gaudreau The first topic […]
Read MoreColumbus Blue Jackets Meet With Media To Talk About Johnny Gaudreau
- Lance Schrock
- September 4, 2024
On Wednesday afternoon, September 4, the Columbus Blue Jackets met with media members and gave some statements regarding the recent tragedy involving brothers Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau. General Manager Don Waddell, Captain Boone Jenner, Alternate Captains Erik Gudbranson, Zach Werenski, and Sean Kuraly spoke to the media. Don Waddell started the press conference off by […]
Read MoreJohnny Gaudreau: A Lasting Impact
- Lance Schrock
- August 31, 2024
As news broke early on Friday, August 30, the hockey world was left stunned when it was reported that brothers Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau had passed after they were struck by a car while riding their bicycles. An immediate outpouring of love and sympathy came from hockey fans worldwide. On August 13, 1993 “Johnny Hockey” […]
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