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.

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3 Things: Identity, First Goal, Momentum

The Blue Jackets are clinging to their identity, Boone Jenner discusses the importance of scoring first and Columbus could gain some momentum from its loss.

18 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Need A Franchise-First Comeback

In order to get by the Lightning and advance to the second round, the Blue Jackets need to pull off a playoff series comeback for the first time in franchise history.

18 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

“We Can't Get Frustrated”

John Tortorella says it's not worth the Blue Jackets getting frustrated, but they're now facing a 3-1 series deficit with three one-goal losses to the Lightning.

17 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Missed Chances

The Blue Jackets had their chances, but couldn't find the back of the net more than once as the Lightning were victorious in Game 4, 2-1.

17 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

Atkinson Back For Game 4

Blue Jackets forward Cam Atkinson returns to the lineup on Monday for Game 4 versus the Lightning after missing the past two games.

17 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Preview: Game 4

The Blue Jackets are seeking to even their first-round matchup with the Lightning at 2-2 on Monday afternoon.

17 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Jarmo's Cap Space Plans

On Saturday, GM Jarmo Kekalainen spoke on the Blue Jackets' game plan this summer regarding their restricted free agents, cap space, and more.

17 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

3 Things: Hitting A Wall, Bemstrom, Nash

John Tortorella thinks the Blue Jackets might have "hit a wall" in Game 3, Emil Bemstrom should learn from his missed shot and Riley Nash has played well.

16 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Small Margin for Error Evident

The Blue Jackets had minimal margin for error in a 3-2 loss to the Lightning, putting them behind in the first-round series.

16 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

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Gassed

The Blue Jackets didn't play their best game tonight, and the Lightning capitalized on their mistakes as Columbus fell in Game 3.

15 Aug 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

Preview: Game 3

The Blue Jackets are after back-to-back wins in the postseason for the first time when they meet the Lightning on Saturday afternoon.

15 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

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3 Things: Wennberg, PLD, Power Play

Alexander Wennberg's goal was a long time coming, Pierre-Luc Dubois is rising and the Blue Jackets' power play is showing signs of life.

14 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

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All Calls: Wennberg's Beaut

Check out five different play-by-play calls of Alexander Wennberg's ridiculous dangle and score in Thursday's Game 2 against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

14 Aug 2020
by 1OB Staff

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“A Really Complete Game”

The Blue Jackets' defense and strong showing from Joonas Korpisalo played a large role in the offense getting chances en route to a 3-1 win against the Lightning.

13 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

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Bounce-Back Win

The Columbus Blue Jackets even the Eastern Conference Round One series with the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 3-1 Game 2 win on Thursday afternoon.

13 Aug 2020
by Chris Pennington

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Atkinson, Gerbe Out For Game 2

The Blue Jackets will be without Cam Atkinson and Nathan Gerbe who have been deemed unfit to play on Thursday, putting Devin Shore and Emil Bemstrom into the lineup.

13 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Preview: Game 2

The Columbus Blue Jackets will look for revenge in Game 2 against the Tampa Bay Lightning after finding themselves on the wrong side of a five-overtime marathon loss.

13 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

An Instant Classic

The Blue Jackets' five-overtime thriller in Game 1 against Tampa Bay did massive numbers for NBC Sports, becoming the network's third most-watched game for first day coverage.

13 Aug 2020
by 1OB Staff

Series Start Times, TV Info

We've got you covered. Here are dates, puck drop times, broadcast information, and streaming options for every game of the First Round series between the Blue Jackets and...

10 Aug 2020
by 1OB Staff

3 Things: Recovery, Jones, Offense

The Blue Jackets are taking Wednesday to rest and replenish after the five-overtime loss, Seth Jones is getting attention and the offense has to get going.

12 Aug 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Fateful 5OT Game

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

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Fateful 5OT Game

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

Schedule's Out!

Columbus Blue Jackets News

3 Things: Identity, First Goal, Momentum

Need A Franchise-First Comeback

“We Can't Get Frustrated”

Missed Chances

Atkinson Back For Game 4

Preview: Game 4

Jarmo's Cap Space Plans

3 Things: Hitting A Wall, Bemstrom, Nash

Small Margin for Error Evident

Gassed

Preview: Game 3

3 Things: Wennberg, PLD, Power Play

All Calls: Wennberg's Beaut

“A Really Complete Game”

Bounce-Back Win

Atkinson, Gerbe Out For Game 2

Preview: Game 2

An Instant Classic

Series Start Times, TV Info

3 Things: Recovery, Jones, Offense

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All Aboard

Yeah. Right.

Just Thinking

Will Voronkov Remain A Blue Jacket

Summer Thoughts Of A Bored Fan