Wild Outlast Jackets 5-2

Joel Eriksson Ek's third-period goal to break the tie was the difference as the Minnesota Wild defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Thursday night at Nationwide Arena to win their sixth straight. Zach Werenski scored twice for Columbus,...

Dec 18, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman (38) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against Columbus Blue Jackets in the second period at Nationwide Arena.

Preview: MIN @ CBJ

Jet Greaves will be between the pipes Thursday night when the Columbus Blue Jackets look to cool the red-hot Minnesota Wild. Here are five things to know before the puck goes down.

Losing Streak Over

After five games without a win, the Columbus Blue Jackets finally got back in the win column, beating the Anaheim Ducks 4-3 in overtime on Tuesday night at Nationwide Arena. Adam Fantilli scored the game-winner, while Zach Werenski added two goals...

Dec 16, 2025; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (8) celebrates his goalagainst the Anaheim Ducks during the second period at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

CBJ Waive Emil Bemstrom

The Columbus Blue Jackets placed forward Emil Bemstrom on waivers, according to Elliotte Friedman.

15 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Encouraging Signs for CBJ

The Columbus Blue Jackets are desperate for a win and they only have one in November. But as they plug along, there are positive signs that offer encouragement.

15 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

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3T: Crosby's Hat Trick Sinks Columbus

Sidney Crosby had a four-point night with a hat trick and an assist as the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-3 on Tuesday night at Nationwide Arena.

14 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

Crosby Crushes Columbus

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Sidney Crosby's hat trick helped the Pittsburgh Penguins hand the Columbus Blue Jackets their sixth-straight loss in a 5-3 win over Columbus on Tuesday...

14 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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NHL Considers OSU for Winter Classic

The National Hockey League is considering Ohio Stadium to host an upcoming Winter Classic, per a TSN report.

14 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Voronkov Has 6 Points In His First 9 Games

Dmitri Voronkov continued his point-setting ways over the weekend with an assist and now has six points in his first nine NHL games for the Columbus Blue Jackets.

14 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

Morning Skate: PIT @ CBJ

Sights and sounds from morning skate as the Columbus Blue Jackets host the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday at Nationwide Arena.

14 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

CBJ Place Roslovic on IR, Recall Jiricek

The Columbus Blue Jackets placed forward Jack Roslovic on IR and recalled defenseman David Jiricek from the American Hockey League.

13 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Will This Season Be Worth What's Ahead?

The Columbus Blue Jackets have loaded up on top-five draft picks each of the last three summers. While there's value to adding top talent, and the next step is to develop those...

13 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

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3T: Blue Jackets Lose Late Lead, Game In SO

The Columbus Blue Jackets were 11 seconds away from a win before Alexis Lafreniere scored his second goal of the game at 19:49 and the New York Rangers won 4-3 in a shootout.

12 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

Fantilli Scores but CBJ Lose 4-3 (SO)

Forward Adam Fantilli scored his second goal in as many games and goaltender Elvis Merzlikins made 37 saves as the Columbus Blue Jackets lost 4-3 in a shootout against the New York...

12 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Dumais: Halifax's Leading Scorer

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect forward Jordan Dumais is the all-time leading scorer in Halifax Mooseheads history.

12 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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CBJ Lose 4th Straight

Forward Robby Fabbri's two goals helped the Detroit Red Wings beat forward Patrik Laine and the Columbus Blue Jackets at Little Caesars Arena on Saturday.

11 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

CBJ Activate Laine, Assign Jiricek to AHL

The Columbus Blue Jackets activated forward Patrik Laine off injured reserve and assigned defenseman David Jiricek to the Cleveland Monsters.

11 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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3T: Stars Beat Jackets 5-2

Three things from the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 loss to the Dallas Stars at Nationwide Arena on Thursday night.

09 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Stars Score 5 Straight To Win

Matt Duchene had three points with a goal and two assists as the Dallas Stars beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 on Thursday night at Nationwide Arena.

09 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

JD on 97.1 FM: "He's Way Up On Our List As Far As Our Future Goes"

Columbus Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations John Davidson spoke about forward Kent Johnson, Dmitri Voronkov, and more during a radio appearance on Wednesday.

09 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Positive Signs Away From The Puck

Just like we all thought, the defense and goaltending have been giving the 2023-24 Columbus Blue Jackets a chance to win while the offense looks to pick things up.

08 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

Jenner Moving Up Franchise Lists

Boone Jenner does it all. He's the leading goal scorer for the Columbus Blue Jackets with six. He's second in points with eight. And he wins face-offs. What can't he do?

07 Nov 2023
by Will Chase

Marchenko Scoring Goals

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko has scored two goals in the team's previous three contests, including a tally in Monday's game against the Florida Panthers.

07 Nov 2023
by Coby Maeir

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Wild Outlast Jackets 5-2

Preview: MIN @ CBJ

Losing Streak Over

CBJ Thanksgiving Snapshot

Fantilli, Greaves Shine Back Home

Has Jet Been Given The Keys?

Wild Outlast Jackets 5-2

Preview: MIN @ CBJ

Losing Streak Over

Columbus Blue Jackets News

CBJ Waive Emil Bemstrom

Encouraging Signs for CBJ

3T: Crosby's Hat Trick Sinks Columbus

Crosby Crushes Columbus

NHL Considers OSU for Winter Classic

Voronkov Has 6 Points In His First 9 Games

Morning Skate: PIT @ CBJ

CBJ Place Roslovic on IR, Recall Jiricek

Will This Season Be Worth What's Ahead?

3T: Blue Jackets Lose Late Lead, Game In SO

Fantilli Scores but CBJ Lose 4-3 (SO)

Dumais: Halifax's Leading Scorer

CBJ Lose 4th Straight

CBJ Activate Laine, Assign Jiricek to AHL

3T: Stars Beat Jackets 5-2

Stars Score 5 Straight To Win

JD on 97.1 FM: "He's Way Up On Our List As Far As Our Future Goes"

Positive Signs Away From The Puck

Jenner Moving Up Franchise Lists

Marchenko Scoring Goals

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