Preview: CBJ @ DET

It’s the resistible force against the movable object Tuesday night when the Columbus Blue Jackets battle the Detroit Red Wings —but despite both teams’ struggles, the winner will see their playoff hopes rejuvenated.

Losing Streak At 6

Kyle Connor scored twice to lift the Winnipeg Jets to a 2-1 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night at Nationwide Arena. Ivan Provorov opened the scoring early for Columbus, but the Jackets couldn’t generate enough offense as their...

Apr 4, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Winnipeg Jets left wing Kyle Connor (81) celebrates his goal against the Columbus Blue Jackets during the second period at Nationwide Arena.

Late-Season Collapse

Six games remain, but the Columbus Blue Jackets are spiraling. A brutal 1-5-1 stretch, mounting injuries, and missed opportunities have dropped them out of playoff position after climbing as high as second in the Metro just a few weeks ago. What...

Mar 29, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) reaches for the loose puck with Boston Bruins center Mark Kastelic (47) during the second period at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Columbus Blue Jackets news from on and off the ice. Follow @1stOhioBattery on Twitter for the latest.

Game Day #66: NYR @ CBJ

Game Day #65: Daniil Tarasov is in net for the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night against the New York Rangers in a game with significant playoff implications.

15 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

3T: Shutout At Home, First Since ‘23-24

Adin Hill made 27 saves for his 11th career shutout as the Vegas Golden Knights beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 4-0 on Thursday at Nationwide Arena.

14 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

2 Comments

Blue Jackets Blanked At Home

For the first time this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets were held without a goal on home ice in a 4-0 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.

13 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

10 Comments

Game Day #65: VGK @ CBJ

Game Day #65: The Blue Jackets are back at home tonight, starting a key homestand with a battle against the Vegas Golden Knights.

13 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

5 Comments

3T: Sunk At The Rock

The New Jersey Devils scored three first-period goals as they held on to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-3 on Tuesday night at Prudential Center. Mathieu Olivier scored twice for...

12 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

1 Comment

Jackets Downed By Devils

Mathieu Olivier's two-goal night wasn't enough, as the Columbus Blue Jackets fell behind 3-0 after the first and fall 5-3 to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday night.

11 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

13 Comments

Game Day #64: CBJ @ NJ

Game Day #64: The Columbus Blue Jackets complete a four-game road trip Tuesday night in New Jersey with a chance to get within two points of the Devils.

11 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

3 Comments

3T: Fantilli Nets Hat Trick In Rout

Adam Fantilli scored a hat trick and Mathieu Olivier scored twice in the Columbus Blue Jackets’ 7-3 rout of the New York Rangers on Sunday at Madison Square Garden.

10 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

8 Comments

Jackets Dump Seven On Rangers

Adam Fantilli had his second hat trick of the season and Mathieu Olivier came up big as the Columbus Blue Jackets score seven times in a dominant win over the New York Rangers.

09 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

14 Comments

Game Day #63: CBJ @ NYR

Game Day #63: At least one new face is in the lineup Sunday as the Columbus Blue Jackets are in the Big Apple for a showdown against the New York Rangers.

09 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

1 Comment

Jackets Acquire Kunin From Sharks

The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired forward Luke Kunin from the San Jose Sharks, according to multiple reports.

07 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

34 Comments

Blue Jackets Blanked By Panthers

For the second time in three nights, the Columbus Blue Jackets had a rough go of it in the Sunshine State. This time, the result was a 3-0 shutout loss to the Florida Panthers.

06 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

6 Comments

CBJ Add Fischer Off Waivers

The Columbus Blue Jackets made a minor move Thursday, adding winger Christian Fischer off waivers from the Detroit Red Wings.

06 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

6 Comments

Game Day #62: CBJ @ FLA

Game Day #62: With the trade deadline just a day away, the Columbus Blue Jackets wrap up the Florida portion of their road trip Thursday night when they face the Panthers.

06 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

Olivier Signed To Long-Term Extension

The Blue Jackets have signed Mathieu Olivier to a long-term contract extension, according to multiple reports.

05 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

11 Comments

A Saturday At The Shoe

The Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-3 under the lights of Ohio Stadium on Saturday, March 1. Here are the sights and sounds from a classic at The Shoe.

05 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

3T: CBJ Fall, Four-Game Win Streak Ends

Jake Guentzel and Victor Hedman each had three points with two goals and an assist as the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 6-2 on Tuesday at Amalie Arena.

05 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

Jackets Zapped By Lightning

Two goals from Zach Werenski weren't enough as the Columbus Blue Jackets fall 6-2 to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night.

04 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

14 Comments

Game Day #61: CBJ @ TB

Game Day #61: Yegor Chinakhov returns to the lineup as the Blue Jackets, winners of four straight, hit the road for a tough road trip beginning in Tampa.

04 Mar 2025
by Ed Francis

2 Comments

3T: CBJ Win Classic At The Shoe 5-3

Justin Danforth broke a 3-3 tie late in the third period and Elvis Merzlikins made 43 saves, tied for the second most ever in an outdoor game, as the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the...

02 Mar 2025
by Will Chase

5 Comments

Preview: CBJ @ DET

Losing Streak At 6

Preview: WPG @ CBJ

What's In A Line?

Time to Deliver

Preview: SJ @ CBJ

Preview: CBJ @ DET

Losing Streak At 6

Late-Season Collapse

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Game Day #66: NYR @ CBJ

3T: Shutout At Home, First Since ‘23-24

Blue Jackets Blanked At Home

Game Day #65: VGK @ CBJ

3T: Sunk At The Rock

Jackets Downed By Devils

Game Day #64: CBJ @ NJ

3T: Fantilli Nets Hat Trick In Rout

Jackets Dump Seven On Rangers

Game Day #63: CBJ @ NYR

Jackets Acquire Kunin From Sharks

Blue Jackets Blanked By Panthers

CBJ Add Fischer Off Waivers

Game Day #62: CBJ @ FLA

Olivier Signed To Long-Term Extension

A Saturday At The Shoe

3T: CBJ Fall, Four-Game Win Streak Ends

Jackets Zapped By Lightning

Game Day #61: CBJ @ TB

3T: CBJ Win Classic At The Shoe 5-3

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