Blue Jackets Unveil 2026-27 Schedule

The Columbus Blue Jackets unveiled the entire 2026-27 schedule Thursday, which kicks off Thursday, October 1 against the Buffalo Sabres.

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Don Waddell announced at Thursday's press conference that the Columbus Blue Jackets are bringing back free agent Erik Gudbranson.

Werenski Commits to Columbus

After a week of trade rumors, Zach Werenski and Don Waddell both say the franchise defenseman wants to stay in Columbus and win with the Blue Jackets.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

Blue Jackets Eliminated

The Columbus Blue Jackets were eliminated from playoff contention Monday night, and will conclude the season Tuesday against the Washington Capitals.

14 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

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Jackets’ Playoff Hopes Dim

The Boston Bruins edged the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-2 on Sunday night at Nationwide Arena behind a three-point night, including a goal, from Sean Kuraly and a third-period...

12 Apr 2026
by Will Chase

35 Comments

Preview: BOS @ CBJ

It's the new biggest game of the season for the Columbus Blue Jackets on Sunday when they face the Boston Bruins. Here are five things to know before the pivotal puck-drop.

12 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

6 Comments

Coyle Leads Way In Emphatic Win

Charlie Coyle's two-goal night propelled the Columbus Blue Jackets to a massive, 5-2 victory over the Canadiens on Saturday night and renewed hopes for a spot in the postseason.

11 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

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Preview: CBJ @ MTL

Fighting for their playoff lives, the Columbus Blue Jackets play their final road game of the regular season Saturday night when they travel to Montreal to battle the Canadiens.

11 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

7 Comments

Brutal Blow

The Buffalo Sabres scored four times in the third and rookie Colten Ellis stopped all 37 Blue Jacket shots for his first career shutout, putting Columbus' playoff hopes on life...

09 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

16 Comments

Preview: CBJ @ BUF

Only limited lineups are expected Thursday night when the Columbus Blue Jackets face the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday night in Buffalo. Here are five things to know before the puck...

09 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

9 Comments

Dramatic Comeback

The game — and season — looked to be over. Enter Adam Fantilli, whose goal with 17 seconds left in regulation propelled the Columbus Blue Jackets to a chaotic 4-3 comeback win...

07 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

13 Comments

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...

07 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

9 Comments

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...

04 Apr 2026
by Will Chase

16 Comments

Preview: WPG @ CBJ

Several game-time decisions are in store for the Columbus Blue Jackets on Saturday night before their critical showdown with the Winnipeg Jets. Here are five things to know before...

04 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

9 Comments

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...

03 Apr 2026
by Will Chase

8 Comments

Canes Blow Past Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets managed just ten shots on goal Thursday night — tied for the fewest in franchise history — in an ugly 5-1 loss to the Carolina Hurricanes.

02 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

8 Comments

Preview: CBJ @ CAR

The Blue Jackets are just 1-4-1 in their last six games — but look to buck that trend Thursday night in Raleigh when they wrap up a home-and-home with the Carolina Hurricanes.

02 Apr 2026
by Ed Francis

20 Comments

Slide Continues; 1-4-1 In Last Six

The Columbus Blue Jackets couldn’t keep up with the Carolina Hurricanes' red-hot power play, surrendering three man-advantage goals in a 5-2 loss at Nationwide Arena on Tuesday...

31 Mar 2026
by Will Chase

26 Comments

Preview: CAR @ CBJ

With losses in four of their last five, the Columbus Blue Jackets will start Jet Greaves on Tuesday as they close out a three-game homestand with a battle against the Carolina...

31 Mar 2026
by Ed Francis

7 Comments

Bruised Jackets

Mathieu Olivier will be out "a couple of weeks", per head coach Rick Bowness. The Columbus Blue Jackets have now lost three players in three games to injury and must overcome...

30 Mar 2026
by Ed Francis

"I Thought We Got Selfish with the Puck"

Columbus coughs up two late leads, gets 1 of 4 points on the weekend. Head coach Rick Bowness calls out “selfish” play as the wild card race tightens with eight games left.

29 Mar 2026
by 1OB Staff

7 Comments

An Abhorrent Loss

The Columbus Blue Jackets had a 3-0 lead in the third period — and then the wheels came off, giving the Boston Bruins a 4-3 shootout victory Sunday night in a demoralizing Blue...

29 Mar 2026
by Ed Francis

15 Comments

Preview: BOS @ CBJ

After a rare home setback, the Columbus Blue Jackets — 1-3-0 in their last four overall — look to hold onto the second Eastern Conference wild card spot when they host the...

29 Mar 2026
by Will Chase

5 Comments

Blue Jackets Unveil 2026-27 Schedule

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Greaves’ Moment Has Arrived

Weekly Roundup

What's Their Identity?

Blue Jackets Unveil 2026-27 Schedule

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Blue Jackets Eliminated

Jackets’ Playoff Hopes Dim

Preview: BOS @ CBJ

Coyle Leads Way In Emphatic Win

Preview: CBJ @ MTL

Brutal Blow

Preview: CBJ @ BUF

Dramatic Comeback

Preview: CBJ @ DET

Losing Streak At 6

Preview: WPG @ CBJ

Late-Season Collapse

Canes Blow Past Jackets

Preview: CBJ @ CAR

Slide Continues; 1-4-1 In Last Six

Preview: CAR @ CBJ

Bruised Jackets

"I Thought We Got Selfish with the Puck"

An Abhorrent Loss

Preview: BOS @ CBJ

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