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.

Gavrikov Joins Jackets

Vladislav Gavrikov who was drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2015 is officially joining the team signing a two-year entry-level contract.

13 Apr 2019
by Sam Blazer

1 Comment

Kucherov Suspended One Game

Nikita Kucherov will be suspended for one game for his illegal hit on Markus Nutivaara in Game 2, according to NHL Player safety.

13 Apr 2019
by Chris Pennington

4 Comments

Bay Beatdown

The Columbus Blue Jackets are headed back home with a 2-0 series lead over the Presidents' Trophy-winning Tampa Bay Lightning.

12 Apr 2019
by Kyle Morrison

8 Comments

Game 2 in GIFs

The Columbus Blue Jackets grabbed a 2-0 series lead over the Tampa Bay Lightning with a 5-1 win on Friday night at Amalie Arena. Here are all five goals, in GIF form.

12 Apr 2019
by 1OB Staff

1 Comment

Zach Goes Gordie Howe

Zach Werenski recorded a Gordie Howe hat trick on Friday night against the Tampa Bay Lightning, the first in Blue Jackets postseason history.

12 Apr 2019
by Chris Pennington

1 Comment

Suspension for Kucherov?

Nikita Kucherov will likely receive a hearing and potential suspension from the NHL after his illegal hit on Markus Nutivaara in Game 2 of the Columbus Blue Jackets versus Tampa...

12 Apr 2019
by Chris Pennington

7 Comments

Gavrikov Eligible To Play

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Vladislav Gavrikov, whose season with the KHL has officially ended, is expected to join the team soon, per a report on Friday afternoon.

12 Apr 2019
by Chris Pennington

My Word is Good

Early in Wednesday's game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning, I sent a tweet that would turn out to be something far different than expected. I'm Sam Blazer,...

11 Apr 2019
by Sam Blazer

9 Comments

Torts Post-Game

John Tortorella praised Sergei Bobrovsky for rebounding, and talked about the Blue Jackets' ability to not get rattled despite a slow start in their Game 1 win over the Tampa Bay...

11 Apr 2019
by 1OB Staff

2 Comments

Savvy & Jones Lead the Charge

Seth Jones scored the game-winner and David Savard dog-walked Norris winner Victor Hedman to turn the tide in Game 1.

10 Apr 2019
by Kyle Morrison

Torts Spits Fire

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella addressed his team before their Game 1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning – and you'll want to run through a wall after...

10 Apr 2019
by 1OB Staff

1 Comment

Jackets Shock the Hockey World

The Blue Jackets did the unthinkable, overcoming a 3-0 deficit against the mighty Tampa Bay Lightning, in a dramatic 4-3 win.

10 Apr 2019
by Dan Dukart

10 Comments

Not Underdogs

Blue Jackets forward Matt Duchene has heard the 'underdog' label plenty coming into the matchup against the Tampa Bay Lightning.

10 Apr 2019
by Kyle Morrison

Preview: Game One

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning begin their first-round Stanley Cup Playoffs series tonight at Amalie Arena, and the road teams wants to get out on the right...

10 Apr 2019
by Rob Mixer

6 Comments

"Anything Can Happen"

The Columbus Blue Jackets need to find a way to win, and escape the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Zach Werenski believes the chemistry the team has built will be...

10 Apr 2019
by Sam Blazer

All-Access: Playoff Push

The Columbus Blue Jackets have released their latest episode of "Behind The Battle," which takes fans behind the scenes during the team's push for a spot in the Stanley Cup...

09 Apr 2019
by 1OB Staff

Roundtable: It's Time

We've gathered the 1st Ohio Battery staff to discuss the Columbus Blue Jackets' chances against the Tampa Bay Lightning, potential breakout players, and key storylines to keep an...

09 Apr 2019
by 1OB Staff

Long Shots

At 33/1, the Columbus Blue Jackets face the longest odds of any playoff team to win the Stanley Cup. Their opponent, the Tampa Bay Lightning, are tops at 2/1.

09 Apr 2019
by Sam Blazer

Tex Sticking Around

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella wants the best players in his lineup at all times, which is why rookie forward Alexandre Texier is going to start in the Stanley...

08 Apr 2019
by Sam Blazer

1 Comment

"Damn Right"

It's been an interesting, compelling, and at times perplexing year for the Columbus Blue Jackets. But head coach John Tortorella is ready to wipe the slate clean and start over,...

07 Apr 2019
by Rob Mixer

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

Gavrikov Joins Jackets

Kucherov Suspended One Game

Bay Beatdown

Game 2 in GIFs

Zach Goes Gordie Howe

Suspension for Kucherov?

Gavrikov Eligible To Play

My Word is Good

Torts Post-Game

Savvy & Jones Lead the Charge

Torts Spits Fire

Jackets Shock the Hockey World

Not Underdogs

Preview: Game One

"Anything Can Happen"

All-Access: Playoff Push

Roundtable: It's Time

Long Shots

Tex Sticking Around

"Damn Right"

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All Aboard

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Will Voronkov Remain A Blue Jacket

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