Fateful 5OT Game

On Aug. 11, 2020, the Tampa Bay Lightning defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 in five overtimes to take a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference First Round playoff series. The series took place inside the COVID "bubble" at Scotiabank Arena...

Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Joonas Korpisalo (70) is consoled by teammates after a 3-2 loss to Tampa Bay Lightning in the fifth overtime period in game one of the first round of the 2020 Stanley Cup Playoffs at Scotiabank Arena.

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

In a post to X on Thursday morning, the agent for Blue Jackets forward Yegor Chinakhov says that the player would like to be traded.

Schedule's Out!

The Columbus Blue Jackets 2025-26 season features an opener in Nashville and a home opener against the New Jersey Devils. Here's a complete look at the 82-game slate.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

COVID Concerns

TSN's Frank Seravalli reports that a significant number of Blue Jackets players have tested positive for COVID-19.

24 Nov 2020
by 1OB Staff

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Cam-eos

Many of Columbus's restaurants and businesses have been hit hard by COVID-19. Cam Atkinson is using the platform Cameo to raise funds for those in hard times.

24 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

In the System: Howarth Impressive

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects fared this week, featuring Kale Howarth and Dmitri Voronkov's impressive goals.

22 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Bemmer Tearing It Up

With HIFK in Liiga, Emil Bemstrom has had a great start to his season as he continues to improve his game.

21 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

R Bar Needs Your Help

Columbus' iconic hockey hangout, the R Bar, has struggled during the COVID-19 pandemic and needs your help to keep going.

20 Nov 2020
by 1OB Staff

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Update: 2020-21 Season

The NHL continues to chip away at details on the new season, and one Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman has a prominent voice.

19 Nov 2020
by Ed Francis

#ReverseRetro Jerseys Unveiled

The Columbus Blue Jackets officially unveiled their new alternate #ReverseRetro jerseys for the upcoming season.

16 Nov 2020
by Dan Dukart

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In the System: Bemmer Stays Hot

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects fared this week, featuring Emil Bemstrom's great season in Finland.

15 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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New Sweaters

adidas Hockey is giving all 31 NHL teams a bold new kit, and the previews have dropped. For the Columbus Blue Jackets, it's particularly bold.

12 Nov 2020
by Ed Francis

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In the System: Chinakhov Stays Hot

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects fared this week, including Yegor Chinakhov's strong performance in the Karjala Cup.

08 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

Gavrikov Locked Up

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced the signing of RFA defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to a three-year, $8.4M contract.

05 Nov 2020
by Dan Dukart

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Nyquist Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Gustav Nyquist underwent offseason shoulder surgery and is expected to be on the shelf for the next 5-6 months, opening a role for an internal promotion or external UFA signing.

05 Nov 2020
by Dan Dukart

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In the System: Russians Heat Up

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects have fared so far in their 2020-21 seasons.

01 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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No Checking in OHL

In an unorthodox move, the OHL will not allow players to bodycheck this season as the Ontario government tries to stop the spread of COVID-19.

31 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Boomer Rises

The Columbus Blue Jackets posted a Halloween video and we get a glimpse at Boomer, the former world-renowned mascot.

30 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

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Stenlund Extended

The Blue Jackets have announced a one-year, two-way contract extension for forward Kevin Stenlund.

28 Oct 2020
by Ed Francis

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Chinakhov Heating Up

With a three-assist night last night, Yegor Chinakhov is on his way to proving he's first-round material.

25 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Extension Soon for Torts

John Tortorella's tenure as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets will likely be extended, per a report from The Athletic.

24 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Top Young CBJ Stars

The Blue Jackets hope that their top young players can help take them to the next level. According to The Athletic, the Blue Jackets have five players under 23 to be excited about.

23 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

Rock And A Hard Place

Former Columbus Blue Jacket forward Josh Anderson knew what he wanted in his contract negotiations and it was a big reason for his trade.

19 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

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Fateful 5OT Game

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

Welcome to Jackets

Blue Jackets Banking On Existing Core

Development Camp Observations

The Blue Line: Potential FA CBJ Targets

Fateful 5OT Game

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

Schedule's Out!

Columbus Blue Jackets News

COVID Concerns

Cam-eos

In the System: Howarth Impressive

Bemmer Tearing It Up

R Bar Needs Your Help

Update: 2020-21 Season

#ReverseRetro Jerseys Unveiled

In the System: Bemmer Stays Hot

New Sweaters

In the System: Chinakhov Stays Hot

Gavrikov Locked Up

Nyquist Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

In the System: Russians Heat Up

No Checking in OHL

Boomer Rises

Stenlund Extended

Chinakhov Heating Up

Extension Soon for Torts

Top Young CBJ Stars

Rock And A Hard Place

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All Aboard

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Just Thinking

Will Voronkov Remain A Blue Jacket

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