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.

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

After signing Ryan Lomberg to a two-year deal, the Columbus Blue Jackets added goalie Pheonix Copley and forward Riley Bezeau on one-year deals Wednesday afternoon.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

Impending Torts Extension?

John Tortorella will need a new contract at the end of next season. The Blue Jackets and Tortorella need to be on the same page to get it done. A Jack Adams award may through a...

19 Jun 2017
by Sam Blazer

Report: Dealing with Vegas

A new report from TSN adds more fuel to the fire that the Blue Jackets and Vegas Golden Knights will be doing business at the upcoming expansion draft.

19 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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Murray Protected

Blue Jackets defenseman Ryan Murray, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2012 NHL Draft, was in rare company compared to the rest of his top-10 class when NHL teams released protected...

18 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

Rapid Reaction: The List

Now that the official protected lists are publicly available, we've ranked the four Columbus Blue Jackets most likely to be selected by the Vegas Golden Knights.

18 Jun 2017
by Dan Dukart

The List is Revealed

In advance of the upcoming expansion draft, the NHL released final expansion draft protected lists for all 30 clubs on Sunday morning.

18 Jun 2017
by Rob Mixer

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Submit Your List

All 30 NHL clubs have submitted their final protected lists for the Vegas Golden Knights' expansion draft, and those lists will be revealed publicly tomorrow.

17 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

No Deals (Yet)

The NHL's pre-expansion draft roster freeze is now in effect, and while they didn't make a move today, the Blue Jackets could make some noise next week in Las Vegas.

17 Jun 2017
by Rob Mixer

Nick & Z Hit The Town

Both Nick Foligno and Zach Werenski are in Columbus this week to talk about the NHL Awards. They did both radio and television, even poking fun at Werenski's injury too.

16 Jun 2017
by Sam Blazer

Development Camp Schedule

The Blue Jackets will hold their annual prospect development camp immediately following the NHL Draft, with sessions starting June 26 at the OhioHealth Ice Haus.

15 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

Different Jersey Font?

As fans wait for the June 20th reveal of the new Adidas jerseys, the Columbus Blue Jackets have given another sneak peek on social media. This reveal shows a change to the...

15 Jun 2017
by Sam Blazer

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Stand Down, Tavares Rumors

The idea of the Blue Jackets trading for New York Islanders center John Tavares has been floated in recent days, but a new report says that possibility is...quite remote.

15 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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Vegas Watch: Calvert

The Vegas Golden Knights could have an interest in Matt Calvert, who will almost certainly be unprotected in the upcoming expansion draft.

15 Jun 2017
by Jeff Svoboda

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Salary Cap Help?

As the Blue Jackets begin to plan for their offseason, they may have some help with the salary cap going up. Reportedly, the increase could be more substantial than expected.

14 Jun 2017
by Sam Blazer

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Confident Cam

Not long after the Penguins hoisted the Stanley Cup for a second consecutive year, Jeremy Roenick asked fans who they thought would reign in 2017-18. One of the Blue Jackets has an...

14 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

Report: Hartnell Not Asked About NMC

The Dispatch reported on Monday afternoon that veteran forward Scott Hartnell was not asked to waive his no-movement clause for the expansion draft. What does it mean for the Blue...

12 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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Jackets 20/1 Shot in 2018

One year after the best season in franchise history, the Blue Jackets are in the middle of the pack when it comes to odds to lift the next Stanley Cup according to bookmaker...

12 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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Jackets Tease Jerseys

A slightly redesigned Blue Jackets jersey is coming, and today, the Columbus club gave a slight hint what the new sweater might look like.

12 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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Report: First Rounder in Play?

The Blue Jackets have several players they'd like to protect from the Vegas Golden Knights, but the NHL's newest club could command a high price from Columbus to make it happen.

12 Jun 2017
by 1OB Staff

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The Fuse: History

In today's edition of The Fuse, we'll talk about the Penguins successfully defending their title, the Panthers hiring a coach, and Seattle's ongoing quest for an NHL team.

12 Jun 2017
by Rob Mixer

Craig Named Assistant in Vegas

From captain of the Cleveland Monsters to assistant coach of the Vegas Golden Knights, Ryan Craig has made quick work of his offseason. The former Blue Jacket retires at the age of...

09 Jun 2017
by Sam Blazer

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

Greaves’ Moment Has Arrived

Weekly Roundup

What's Their Identity?

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Impending Torts Extension?

Report: Dealing with Vegas

Murray Protected

Rapid Reaction: The List

The List is Revealed

Submit Your List

No Deals (Yet)

Nick & Z Hit The Town

Development Camp Schedule

Different Jersey Font?

Stand Down, Tavares Rumors

Vegas Watch: Calvert

Salary Cap Help?

Confident Cam

Report: Hartnell Not Asked About NMC

Jackets 20/1 Shot in 2018

Jackets Tease Jerseys

Report: First Rounder in Play?

The Fuse: History

Craig Named Assistant in Vegas

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