Author: Lance Schrock

Credentialed Writer covering the Columbus Blue Jackets. Host of the BrewJackets Podcast.

Mathieu Olivier celebrating a goal with the Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets Weekly Wrap Up: Johnson Nears Return, Losing Streak Snapped

The Columbus Blue Jackets played four games last week, starting with the second back-to-back game on Sunday, November 10th. They lost that game to the Anaheim Ducks and had their sixth consecutive loss on Tuesday against the Seattle Kraken. On Friday, they broke their losing streak in a big win at home against the Pittsburgh […]

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Columbus Blue Jackets Weekly Wrap-Up: Big Wins, Big Losses, and Dmitri Voronkov Returns

Since last week’s wrap-up, the Blue Jackets have played four games, winning two and losing two. On Monday, October 28, they kicked off the week with a 6-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers. They continued their success into Wednesday when they secured a shutout with a 2-0 win against the New York Islanders. Their three-game […]

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Adam Fantilli Celebrates After Scoring Goal

NHL Game Recap: Connor McDavid Leaves Game Early In Loss to The Columbus Blue Jackets

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 […]

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Zach Werenski Celebrates goal with team

Columbus Blue Jackets Weekly Wrap Up: Injury News and New Trade Rumors

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 […]

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David Jiricek making his 2024-25 NHL Season debut

Columbus Blue Jackets Week Two Recap: Adding To The IR

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 […]

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A memorial at Nationwide Arena for Johnny and Matthew Gadurea

A Heartfelt Home Opener For The Columbus Blue Jacket

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. […]

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Columbus Blue Jackets First Week Recap

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 […]

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Columbus Blue Jacket's captain Boone Jenner

A Change In Blue Jackets Preseason Predictions: Recalls, Injuries, and Signings

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. […]

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Adam Fantilli Celebrates With Team

Columbus Blue Jackets Opening Night Line Predictions

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 […]

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Dean Evason and Don Waddell at a press conference

Blue Jacket’s Hold Pre-Season Press Conference Part 1: Don Waddell and Dean Evason

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 […]

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