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

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Elvis Signs Extension

Elvis Merzlikins is the Blue Jackets' goaltender of the present and the future. The Latvian netminder has inked a five-year contract extension.

21 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Rinaldo To Start In AHL After Refusing Vax

After choosing not to get vaccinated, Zac Rinaldo will not be allowed to attend Blue Jackets training camp. He'll start the season in the AHL.

21 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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4-0 in Traverse City

Behind a hat trick from James Malatesta, the Blue Jackets defeated the Maple Leafs on Monday afternoon.

20 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

Jackets Win

Yegor Chinakhov scored in his North American debut as the Columbus Blue Jackets pick up an overtime win in the first game of the NHL Prospects Tournament.

16 Sep 2021
by Ed Francis

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Lefebvre Out, McCarthy In

Steve McCarthy has joined Brad Larsen's staff as an assistant coach after Sylvain Lefebvre chose not to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

13 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Traverse City Roster Released

First-round picks Yegor Chinakhov (2020) and Cole Sillinger (2021) will suit up for the Blue Jackets in Traverse City.

09 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

Kuraly Ready To Contribute

Sean Kuraly will be an important cog in the Blue Jackets' bottom six. The Dublin, Ohio native is back in Columbus and he's ready to make a difference with his new team.

08 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

Marchenko Lighting It Up

In what will hopefully be Kirill Marchenko's final year in Russia, he's started the season strongly.

07 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

Gerbe Has Hip Surgery

Nathan Gerbe, who has split time between the AHL's Cleveland Monsters and the Columbus Blue Jackets, is expected to miss four to six months after undergoing hip surgery.

06 Sep 2021
by 1OB Staff

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NHL Goes Back To The Olympics

Several Blue Jackets (and the rest of the NHL) will be in Beijing representing their countries at the 2022 Olympic Games.

03 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

CBJ Rise Up Prospect Ranking

WIth an impressive draft haul and solid trades, the Blue Jackets have risen six spots in The Athletic's annual prospect rankings.

01 Sep 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Calvert Begins Coaching Career

Matt Calvert's playing days are over, but his coaching days are just beginning. He's accepted a position with the Brandon Wheat Kings, his hometown WHL team.

31 Aug 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Ollie & Denmark Make Olympics

With three goals and two assists in three games, Oliver Bjorkstrand was a big factor in Denmark qualifying for its first-ever Olympic Games in men's ice hockey.

30 Aug 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

Voronkov To Stay In KHL

Despite a buyout attempt, Dmitri Voronkov will stay in the KHL for "at least" two more years, per a report.

25 Aug 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Roslovic Holding Charity Event

Jack Roslovic is giving back to the Columbus community with the creation of Rosie's Gear For Goals, which is an event that will get underprivileged hockey players the gear they...

21 Aug 2021
by Jacob Nitzberg