Lilja To CBJ

The Blue Jackets have signed Jakob Lilja, a 25-year old Swedish winger who led Djurgårdens (SHL) in scoring in 2018-19.

Jakob Lilja celebrates a goal in the SHL

Bob & Bread Handcuffed

The highly-anticipated offseason for the Columbus Blue Jackets is sure to be full of twists and turns. The latest piece of news involves Sergei Bobrovsky and Artemi Panarin.

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Artemi Panarin and goaltender Sergei Bobrovsky celebrate with one another after defeating the Washington Capitals in overtime

Hockey Ops Changes

The Columbus Blue Jackets are now in a new era with GM Jarmo Kekalainen at the head of hockey operations, and he's made a series of promotions and changes early this summer.

Former Columbus Blue Jackets captain Rick Nash and his wife Jessica salute the crowd at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

Madden Out In CLE

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in the market for a new head coach in Cleveland, after announcing Wednesday they've parted ways with John Madden.

29 May 2019
by Rob Mixer

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Bettman's Replay Thoughts

Gary Bettman spoke before Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final and talked about the possibility of expanded replay, which is convenient after one of the most controversial playoffs...

29 May 2019
by Sam Blazer

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Jackets Shine at Worlds

Three members of the Blue Jackets earned medals at this years' 2019 IIHF World Championships - and had players like Pierre-Luc Dubois and Alexander Wennberg shine bright.

27 May 2019
by Chris Pennington

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Report: Andronov Sticks In KHL

Russian forward Sergei Andronov has been playing in the KHL since the beginning of his career. The Blue Jackets pursued the forward before he decided to stay in the KHL.

25 May 2019
by Sam Blazer

Johnson on the Block?

Not even one year after signing him to a five-year contract, the Pittsburgh Penguins are looking to unload Jack Johnson in a potential trade.

24 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Canadian Hero

Pierre-Luc Dubois' overtime magic in Canada's 3-2 win over Switzerland is the latest highlight in a tournament full of them for the Blue Jacket.

24 May 2019
by Ben Jandrain

Davidson Thanks Columbus

John Davidson was introduced as President of the New York Rangers in a press conference on Wednesday, and he showed tremendous gratitude towards his time in Columbus during it.

23 May 2019
by Chris Pennington

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Thanks 5th Line

The Blue Jackets released a video thanking the fans for their contributions while also recapping the accomplishments from the team.

22 May 2019
by Sam Blazer

Duchene Could Stay

History hasn't been kind to the Columbus Blue Jackets in free agency, but Matt Duchene has yet to make up his mind and might just stay here after all.

21 May 2019
by Ben Jandrain

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Dubois Talks Torts

In an interview with TSN's Darren Dreger, Columbus Blue Jackets center Pierre-Luc Dubois talked about the playoffs, John Tortorella, and plenty more.

21 May 2019
by Rob Mixer

Vote Panarin/Duchene 2019

The NHL Fan Choice Awards feature two members of the Columbus Blue Jackets - Artemi Panarin and Matt Duchene.

20 May 2019
by Chris Pennington

Blue Jackets @ Worlds

The Columbus Blue Jackets season is over, and now players are taking part in the 2019 World Championships. Here is an update on how they are doing through May 19.

19 May 2019
by Sam Blazer

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Bemstrom ROY

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Emil Bemstrom was named the Swedish Hockey League's rookie of the year.

19 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Mr. Stability

The Columbus Blue Jackets enjoyed their best run of sustained success under John Davidson, and now, because of the foundation he established, it was a good time for him to move on...

17 May 2019
by Rob Mixer

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BTB: End of the Road

The Columbus Blue Jackets take fans on the road and inside the dressing room during the club's second-round series against the Boston Bruins in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

17 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

Davidson to NYR

Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations John Davidson resigned from the club Friday to become the president of the New York Rangers.

17 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Atkinson's 'Never Satisfied'

There are plenty of questions about whether or not the Columbus Blue Jackets can get back to the playoffs next season. With that being said, Cam Atkinson has been a consummate...

17 May 2019
by Ben Jandrain

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Jones To Hit 500

Barring injury, Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones will likely play in his 500th NHL game next season. He'll only be 25 years old.

15 May 2019
by Jacob Nitzberg

Elvis Signed (Again)

The Columbus Blue Jackets signed Elvis Merzlikins to a one-year, NHL contract for 2019-20 after his initial entry level deal expired this spring.

15 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Bemstrom Signed

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Tuesday the signing of impressive Swedish prospect forward Emil Bemstrom.

14 May 2019
by 1OB Staff

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Lilja To CBJ

Bob & Bread Handcuffed

Hockey Ops Changes

Let's Make A Deal

Season Review: Dean Kukan

Season Review: Ryan Murray

Lilja To CBJ

Bob & Bread Handcuffed

Hockey Ops Changes

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Madden Out In CLE

Bettman's Replay Thoughts

Jackets Shine at Worlds

Report: Andronov Sticks In KHL

Johnson on the Block?

Canadian Hero

Davidson Thanks Columbus

Thanks 5th Line

Duchene Could Stay

Dubois Talks Torts

Vote Panarin/Duchene 2019

Blue Jackets @ Worlds

Bemstrom ROY

Mr. Stability

BTB: End of the Road

Davidson to NYR

Atkinson's 'Never Satisfied'

Jones To Hit 500

Elvis Signed (Again)

Bemstrom Signed

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