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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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David Jiricek making his 2024-25 NHL Season debut

NHL Game Preview: Columbus Blue Jackets at Los Angeles Kings with Line Combinations 11/9/2024

Columbus Blue Jackets (5-5-2, 12 pts) at Los Angeles Kings (8-4-3, 19 pts)Venue: Crypto.com ArenaDate: Saturday, November 9Time: 9:00 ET / 6:00 pm PT TV: ESPN+ / FDSO / KCAL / FDSWRadio:Columbus Blue Jackets – WBNS The Fan 97.1 FMLos Angeles – ESPN Radio 710 AM DraftKings Sportsbook Betting Lines:Columbus Blue Jackets +1.5 ML +170Los […]

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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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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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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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Preseason Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins vs Columbus Blue Jackets

Tonight, the Pittsburgh Penguins travel to Columbus to take on the Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena, for their second to last preseason game. The Penguins are playing their “B” lineup for the final time, as they will use this as the final opportunity to see who will grab a spot with the main roster for […]

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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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Blue Jackets Johnny Gaudreau, Boone Jenner, and Erik Gudbranson

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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