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.

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Jackets Celebrate Gaudreau's, Lose Opener

It was an emotional home opener for the Columbus Blue Jackets as they honored brothers Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau pregame. The Panthers won 4-3.

15 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

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Night And Day Start

The early-season results by the Columbus Blue Jackets are favorable as they get set for Tuesday's home opener against the defending Stanley Cup Champion Florida Panthers.

15 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

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New Season, New Choices At Nationwide

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced new food and beverage options available to fans at Nationwide Arena.

14 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Guy Gaudreau Joins Practice

Guy Gaudreau, father of the late Johnny Gaudreau, took part as a coach during the Blue Jackets' Monday morning practice skate.

14 Oct 2024
by 1OB Staff

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CBJ Score Six Times In Win At Colorado

Six different Blue Jackets scored Saturday night in Colorado against the Avalanche, giving Columbus their first win of the season by a final of 6-4.

12 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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KJ's Big Night

Looking for a rebound season, Kent Johnson had a strong training camp and that success carried over into Thursday's season opener in which he had two points with a goal and an...

11 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

3T: CBJ Drop Evason's Debut

The Columbus Blue Jackets dropped the first game of the Dean Evason era 3-2 in the season opener to the Minnesota Wild on Thursday night from Xcel Energy Center.

11 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

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CBJ Fall 3-2 In Opener

The Columbus Blue Jackets played well enough to win, but came up short to the Minnesota Wild in a 3-2 loss Thursday night to begin the 2024-25 season.

10 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Game Day 1: Blue Jackets at Wild

Elvis Merzlikins gets the start for the Columbus Blue Jackets as they open the season against the Minnesota Wild.

10 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Jenner Undergoes Surgery

Columbus Blue Jackets captain had surgery to repair an injured shoulder, the team announced Thursday.

10 Oct 2024
by 1OB Staff

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It's All Part Of The Plan

The acquisitions of Zach Aston-Reese and Kevin Labanc and the decision to send Denton Mateychuk and James Malatesta down had some skeptics, but make no mistake about it: they were...

09 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Aston-Reese Joins Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets remained active Monday, adding veteran forward Zach Aston-Reese off waivers from the Vegas Golden Knights.

07 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Roster Finalized

The Columbus Blue Jackets have finalized their roster for Thursday's season-opener against the Minnesota Wild.

07 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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Jackets Ink Labanc

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed forward Kevin Labanc to a one-year contract, adding depth to the forward position just days before the season starts.

05 Oct 2024
by Ed Francis

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NHL Debut Imminent For Mateychuk?

Scoring twice in three games, Denton Mateychuk has performed admirably throughout training camp for the Columbus Blue Jackets. With one more preseason game before the season gets...

04 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

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A Little Offense, A Lot Of Upside

The Columbus Blue Jackets are 3-2-0 in the preseason and have scored goals in waves including a pair of six-goal plus outputs over the weekend.

01 Oct 2024
by Will Chase

KJ Back From Torn Labrum

Following torn labrum surgery in March, Kent Johnson resumed on-ice activity with a two-point night and an empty-net goal in the Columbus Blue Jackets' 3-0 win on Wednesday over...

27 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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Jackets Fall 6-1 in Preseason Opener

The Columbus Blue Jackets kicked off the preseason on Monday, falling to the Buffalo Sabres 6-1 at KeyBank Center. Mathieu Olivier scored for Columbus, Jet Greaves made 12 saves,...

24 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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Nash Promoted

The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Rick Nash from the director of player development to the director of hockey operations.

20 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

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Meeting Jordan Harris

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired defenseman Jordan Harris in a trade with the Montreal Canadiens which sent Patrik Laine the other way. We get to know more about the new Blue...

20 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

2 Comments

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

What's Their Identity?

Werenski, Marchenko Must Go

Draft Possibilities: Forwards

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Jackets Celebrate Gaudreau's, Lose Opener

Night And Day Start

New Season, New Choices At Nationwide

Guy Gaudreau Joins Practice

CBJ Score Six Times In Win At Colorado

KJ's Big Night

3T: CBJ Drop Evason's Debut

CBJ Fall 3-2 In Opener

Game Day 1: Blue Jackets at Wild

Jenner Undergoes Surgery

It's All Part Of The Plan

Aston-Reese Joins Jackets

Roster Finalized

Jackets Ink Labanc

NHL Debut Imminent For Mateychuk?

A Little Offense, A Lot Of Upside

KJ Back From Torn Labrum

Jackets Fall 6-1 in Preseason Opener

Nash Promoted

Meeting Jordan Harris

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