Columbus Blue Jackets
Carolina Hurricanes Offseason Updates: Seth Jarvis, Name Changes, and More Contracts
After a quiet few weeks, the Carolina Hurricanes have returned back to Raleigh, North Carolina, with last-minute offseason news changing fan anticipation for the next hockey season. As the regular season prepares to begin again, here are some major organizational updates for the month of September.
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Columbus Blue Jackets Meet With Media To Talk About Johnny Gaudreau
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 […]
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NHL Stadium Designated Driving Programs
In honor of the tragic passing of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, here is a list of the designated driving programs at each NHL stadium. This list will be categorized by team and include where to sign up, and any incentives to signing up. Anaheim Ducks – Honda CenterSign up at Guest Services in section 214; […]
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Johnny Gaudreau: A Lasting Impact
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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BREAKING: NHL Star Johnny Gaudreau Passes Away in Tragic Accident
Reports hit X(Formerly Twitter) speculating that Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew had passed away as a result of an accident. Originating Report of Accident: 2 bicyclists killed after being struck by car in Salem County, New Jersey, state police say This morning, the Columbus Blue Jackets released a statement to confirm the horrible tragedy. […]
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The Columbus Blue Jackets Trade Patrik Laine; Welcome Defenseman Jordan Harris
On Monday, August 19, it was announced that the Columbus Blue Jackets traded forward Patrik Laine and a 2026 second-round pick to the Montreal Canadiens for defenseman Jordan Harris. A Farewell to Patrik Laine Starting his NHL career, Laine was drafted second overall in the 2016 NHL Entry Draft by the Winnipeg Jets. That was […]
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Patrik Laine Traded to the Montreal Canadiens
On Monday, August 19th, in the afternoon, NHL insider Elliotte Friedman reported that the Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets were gaining traction on a Patrik Laine trade. 12 minutes later, the trade call was sent to the NHL offices and just three minutes after that, the trade details broke to the hockey world. The […]
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Trouble In The Locker Room? Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell Speaks About Patrik Laine
Patrik Laine has been making headlines since it was revealed that he wanted a “fresh start” in June. There have been mock trade proposals, speculations on his trade value, and even questions on whether he will change his mind. Recently, Don Waddell made an appearance on TSN1010 Toronto. The very first question asked was about […]
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Freddy Gaudreau Needs a Come-Back Year, Or Else
This next season seems to be a make-or-break for Freddy Gaudreau. He had a terrible start to the 2023-24 season followed by Dean Evason, a longtime mentor and supporter of Gaudreau, being given the boot after the team fell flat on their face out of the starting gate. But the two seasons before that were […]
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The Blue Jacket’s Coaching Lineup is Set for the 2024-25 Season
President and General Manager Don Waddell announced that the Columbus Blue Jackets have completed their coaching lineup for the 2024-25 season. With Dean Evason as the new head coach, there have been a few other additions and subtractions since last season. Two new assistant coaches will be joining the team, Mike Haviland, and Scott Ford. […]
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