Departing Jackets

With the offseason soon to be in full gear, we take a look at five lineup regulars who won't be back on the Blue Jackets roster in 2025-26.

Learning From The Best

Three trends that separate teams playing in late May from those watching—and how the Blue Jackets can close the gap.

Columbus Blue Jackets celebrate after their win against the Washington Capitals

The Early Mocks

What are the early mock drafts predicting for the CBJ?

Columbus Blue Jackets Analysis

3 Things: Collapse Sets Up Game 5 Showdown

The Columbus Blue Jackets surrendered three 6-on-5 goals in 3:34 and a power-play goal in overtime to the Toronto Maple Leafs, as the two teams are set for a Game 5 showdown on...

08 Aug 2020
by Dan Dukart

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Deja Vu in the Playoffs

Did Thursday night seem familiar? The similarities between last year's postseason comeback from the Columbus Blue Jackets and Thursday night's went far beyond the score.

07 Aug 2020
by Ed Francis

Elvis Encore?

The Columbus Blue Jackets are coming off a spectacular Game 3 win against the Toronto Maple Leafs, and here's why Elvis Merzlikins should start in net in Game 4.

07 Aug 2020
by Chris Pennington

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A Step Into Stardom

Pierre-Luc Dubois took a giant step into superstardom for the Columbus Blue Jackets Thursday, giving his team a 2–1 series lead over Toronto with a hat trick goal in overtime.

07 Aug 2020
by Jason Priestas

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3 Things: PLD/Elvis Push Leafs To Brink

Pierre-Luc Dubois and Elvis Merzlikins starred in Game 3 for the Columbus Blue Jackets, who can eliminate the Toronto Maple Leafs on Friday night.

07 Aug 2020
by Dan Dukart

Lineup Changes

With a crucial Game 3 ahead, Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella looks for an offensive spark in the form of line tweaks.

06 Aug 2020
by Ed Francis

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Keys to Improving Offense

The Columbus Blue Jackets will need to get back to what they did offensively in Game 1 to retake the series lead come Thursday night.

05 Aug 2020
by Ed Francis

Factors for the Loss

A lack of discipline, a tough showing from the top pair, and defensive zone entries against are three issues that the Columbus Blue Jackets will need to remedy in Game 3 against...

05 Aug 2020
by Dan Dukart

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3 Things: Undisciplined, Can't Bury

The Columbus Blue Jackets played very undisciplined, contrary to their regular season nature, which was a big contributor in their Game 2 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs.

04 Aug 2020
by Ed Francis

Final Minute Breakdown

The Columbus Blue Jackets turned to a veteran crew of unsung heroes to close out Game 1.

04 Aug 2020
by Dan Dukart

Under the Radar

When Alexander Wennberg has a good game, he usually flies under the radar. After a stellar performance in Game 1, I'm not letting that happen.

04 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Odds Improve With Game 1 Win

By defeating the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 1 of the qualifying round, the Columbus Blue Jackets dramatically increased their odds of advancing.

03 Aug 2020
by Dan Dukart

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Welcome Back, Cam

Cam Atkinson was a big reason the Blue Jackets were able to take down the Maple Leafs in Game 1.

03 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

3 Things: Hot Start In TO

The Columbus Blue Jackets authored a perfect start to the Stanley Cup Qualifiers with a stingy 2-0 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena.

02 Aug 2020
by Rob Mixer

1OB Roundtable: Qualifying Round Questions

The Columbus Blue Jackets (finally) play in a game that matters tonight, and our staff answers some tough questions that the team faces before puck drop.

02 Aug 2020
by Chris Pennington

Devil's In The Data

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Toronto Maple Leafs kick off a Stanley Cup Qualifiers series tonight, and there are a few key metrics to keep an eye on as we get started.

02 Aug 2020
by Alison Lukan

Bandwagoning 101: The Team

So, you're hopping onto the Blue Jackets bandwagon. Welcome aboard! Let's learn the roster.

01 Aug 2020
by Kyle Morrison and Chris Pennington

Bandwagoning 101: Playoff History

We present to you a brief history of the Columbus Blue Jackets playoff trips as they prepare to take on the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Stanley Cup qualifying round.

01 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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How Columbus, Toronto Built Their Rosters

While the Toronto Maple Leafs built a significant portion of their roster via trades, the Columbus Blue Jackets have many more mid-round and late-round draft picks.

31 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

3 Things: Goalie Decision Looms Large

John Tortorella will have a difficult decision to make regarding which goaltender will get the first crack for the Columbus Blue Jackets after an impressive exhibition win over the...

30 Jul 2020
by Dan Dukart

Monny Wins The Masterton

Show Voronkov The Money

Werenski, USA Are Golden

Departing Jackets

Learning From The Best

The Early Mocks

Departing Jackets

Learning From The Best

The Early Mocks

Columbus Blue Jackets Analysis

3 Things: Collapse Sets Up Game 5 Showdown

Deja Vu in the Playoffs

Elvis Encore?

A Step Into Stardom

3 Things: PLD/Elvis Push Leafs To Brink

Lineup Changes

Keys to Improving Offense

Factors for the Loss

3 Things: Undisciplined, Can't Bury

Final Minute Breakdown

Under the Radar

Odds Improve With Game 1 Win

Welcome Back, Cam

3 Things: Hot Start In TO

1OB Roundtable: Qualifying Round Questions

Devil's In The Data

Bandwagoning 101: The Team

Bandwagoning 101: Playoff History

How Columbus, Toronto Built Their Rosters

3 Things: Goalie Decision Looms Large

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