New Role For Gus

Gus Nyquist hasn't done much penalty killing in his NHL career, but Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella wants to give the veteran a try.

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Gus Nyquist speaks with FSO after a game against the Anaheim Ducks.

Preview: CBJ vs. DAL

Following a big win over the Carolina Hurricanes, the Columbus Blue Jackets want to build some momentum at home against the Dallas Stars.

Dallas Stars left wing Jamie Benn (14) and Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman David Savard (58) chase the puck during the third period at the American Airlines Center.

Dubois Has the Power

Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois has played well of late, evidenced by an impressive game-winning goal Saturday night in Raleigh.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

Opening Night Trailer

The Blue Jackets open up their season against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The team's opening night trailer is here and it is going to get you ready to run through a brick wall.

04 Oct 2019
by Sam Blazer

Preview: CBJ vs. TOR

Tonight's the night. The Columbus Blue Jackets open the 2019-20 NHL season against the Toronto Maple Leafs at Nationwide Arena. Let's set the table.

04 Oct 2019
by Rob Mixer

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Korpi Starts

During his weekly appearance on 97.1 The Fan, Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella named Joonas Korpisalo as the team's opening night starting goaltender.

02 Oct 2019
by Rob Mixer

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A Return That Wasn't

Rick Nash and the Columbus Blue Jackets had agreed to a contract that would bring him back to Columbus before concussion problems reappeared.

02 Oct 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Final Roster Released

The Columbus Blue Jackets' opening night roster is set – and a few new faces will suit up for the club when they begin the 2019-20 on Oct. 4 against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

01 Oct 2019
by Rob Mixer

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First-Look Lines

The Columbus Blue Jackets open their season later this week, and they're showing a glimpse of their opening night lines and pairings in practice.

01 Oct 2019
by 1OB Staff

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71-38-77 Line Set Up for Success

The Foligno-Jenner-Anderson is primed for a big year, both offensively and defensively.

28 Sep 2019
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Peeke Impressive in Camp

Defenseman Andrew Peeke has impressed the Columbus Blue Jackets throughout training camp and preseason, and he's survived several rounds of cuts a week before the NHL regular...

26 Sep 2019
by Peter Fish

Lilja Impresses

John Tortorella is impressed with Jakob Lilja's play. The forward is doing all the right things.

25 Sep 2019
by Jacob Nitzberg

Dubinsky Sidelined

The Columbus Blue Jackets will be without center Brandon Dubinsky to start the regular season, as the club announced he's out indefinitely due to wrist injury.

25 Sep 2019
by Rob Mixer

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Down To The Wire

The Columbus Blue Jackets are thinning down their roster and with it, final cuts are coming. Who will make the team? According to John Tortorella, it's still up in the air.

25 Sep 2019
by Sam Blazer

TFW In the AHL

Trey Fix-Wolansky dominated the past two seasons in the WHL, but will need to make his mark in the AHL before getting a shot with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

24 Sep 2019
by Peter Fish

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Lilja Defying Expectations

Jakob Lilja has made it past every round of cuts so far through training camp and preseason and has a real shot at making the Blue Jackets' opening night roster – something that...

23 Sep 2019
by Chris Pennington

More Cuts & Waivers

Markus Hannikainen has been a semi-NHL regular over the last few seasons, but he will start 2019-20 in Cleveland as the Columbus Blue Jackets have young players pushing.

23 Sep 2019
by Rob Mixer

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Trading a D?

The Columbus Blue Jackets are looking for forward help and have a surplus of NHL-level defensemen, which could make them players in the trade market sooner than later.

23 Sep 2019
by 1OB Staff

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First-line Tex

Alexandre Texier, thanks to an impressive playoff debut last season and a strong training camp, has earned his chance to start the 2019-2020 campaign on the first line. How will he...

23 Sep 2019
by Chris Pennington

Video Hype

We're only days away from opening night for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Take this video in and revel in the beauty.

22 Sep 2019
by Sam Blazer

St. Louis Not Returning

After serving as a special teams consultant for the second half of the 2018-2019 campaign for the Blue Jackets, hall-of-famer Martin St. Louis will not return to be with the club...

21 Sep 2019
by Chris Pennington

Elvis is Ready

The Elvis Merzlikins hype train is boarding, and even with high expectations, the young Latvian is ready for his new challenge playing in the NHL and helping the Columbus Blue...

19 Sep 2019
by Chris Pennington

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Torts Counting On Cam

Despite scoring 41 goals last year, Cam Atkinson will be expected to be even better. John Tortorella needs him to be.

18 Sep 2019
by Jacob Nitzberg

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