Luca Del Bel Belluz

Blue Jackets Offseason Update: A Fresh Start For Laine, New Number for Fantilli, And More

Many waves have already been made for the Columbus Blue Jackets this offseason. In their wake remain some unanswered questions. Recently, it’s been revealed that Patrik Laine wanted to be traded earlier last season before entering the NHLPA player’s assistance program. New GM Don Waddell spoke to the media a few weeks ago saying that […]

AHL North Division Finals Recap: Cleveland Monsters vs Syracuse Crunch Game 3 l 05/22/2024

The Syracuse Crunch faced off against the Cleveland Monsters in Game 3 of the AHL North Division Finals on Wednesday night. With the series being a best of 5, the Monsters had the opportunity to sweep the Crunch, but it was not going to be an easy task. The Monsters made a significant change in […]

Boone Jenner celebrates his 2nd NHL hat-trick

Blue Jackets 2023-2024 Season Player Grades: Boone Jenner

This is part four of the Columbus Blue Jackets Season Grades series. Previously, Johnny Gaudreau, Zach Werenski, and Kirill Marchenko were graded. This time it’s Captain Boone Jenner‘s turn. In the Johnny Gaudreau article, I detailed all of the criteria for the grades, but here’s a refresher: To address a question from the last article, […]

PHOTOS: Carolina Hurricanes vs. Columbus Blue Jackets – 04/16/2024

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Tuesday night, the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 6-3 in their final 2023-24 season game. Zach Werensky has two goals and two assists, and Luca Del Bel Belluz scored in his NHL debut for Columbus. Goaltender Jet Greaves, made 38 saves. Check out this photo gallery from Inside The Rink’s […]

PHOTOS: Cleveland Monsters vs. Rochester Americans – 12/20/2023

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Rochester Americans hosted the Cleveland Monsters on Wednesday night after coming home from 1-2 road trip. The Monsters would come out on top, defeating the Amerks 3-5. Jacob Bryson made his season debut for the Amerks after clearing waivers from the Sabres – his first AHL game since February 20, 2021. […]

Top 10 Blue Jackets Prospects (Jeremy’s Version)

As the dust begins to settle on another franchise-defining offseason for the Columbus Blue Jackets, the prospect pool appears to be, once again, in the best position in franchise history. Taking a look at what the Blue Jackets have waiting in the wings is cause for celebration… except when you are asked to rank them. […]

Mississauga Steelheads Forward James Hardie Skating in Transition Mid-Game

Former Maple Leafs Development Camp Invitee Having Dominant Season in the OHL

In the final year of his Ontario Hockey League career, Mississauga Steelheads forward James Hardie is making some noise. After being invited to both the 2021 Toronto Maple Leafs and the 2022 Boston Bruins prospect development camps, Hardie is still fighting to reach the next level. This season with the Steelheads, it’s safe to say […]

Potential selections for the Bruins first pick of the 2022 Draft

Now that the Bruins have finalized a deal-making with Jim Montgomery, the 29th head coach in franchise history, they can begin to focus on the NHL Entry Draft and free agency. This year’s draft will kick off with the first round on July 7th, before rounds two through seven commence on July 8th. The Bruins […]

Maple Leafs Secure #25 Pick in the Draft

When the New York Rangers beat out the Carolina Hurricanes in the 2nd round of the playoffs last week, the Toronto Maple Leafs secured their #25 in the upcoming draft. While it may seem it’s nothing more than a late-round draft pick, this could make a big difference in the long run. In a draft with […]