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.

Big Boss Stays In The 614

The Columbus Blue Jackets signed Dmitri Voronkov to a two-year, $8.35M contract Saturday, keeping the Big Boss in the capital city.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

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

Speed, Intensity, Chemistry

The Columbus Blue Jackets have one chance before Sunday's tournament opener to get up to game speed, and tonight's exhibition contest against the Boston Bruins is important.

30 Jul 2020
by Rob Mixer

Preview: CBJ vs. BOS

The Columbus Blue Jackets are readying to take on the Boston Bruins in their only exhibition ahead of the Stanley Cup Qualifiers.

30 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

3 Things: Murray, Kukan, Jenner

The Columbus Blue Jackets will rely on Ryan Murray's "quiet leadership," Dean Kukan is battling for a spot in the lineup and Boone Jenner talks playing center.

29 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Bigger Than A Game

Before the National Anthem plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets' Thursday exhibition game, they will lock arms with Boston Bruins' players in support of the black community.

28 Jul 2020
by Chris Pennington

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First Impressions Of The Bubble

Columbus Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella and several of his players give their first thoughts on being inside the “bubble” In Toronto.

28 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

3 Things: Practice, Facing Keefe, Goalies

The Columbus Blue Jackets open practice in Toronto, John Tortorella talks facing Sheldon Keefe and a goalie decision will be announced Saturday.

27 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Let's Play Bubble Hockey

The Columbus Blue Jackets arrived for practice on Monday in Toronto sporting new t-shirts from Homage.

27 Jul 2020
by 1OB Staff

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Relocating His “Hot Stick”

Zach Werenski will try to bring his "hot stick" into the postseason against the Toronto Maple Leafs after scoring 20 goals in the regular season.

27 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Jackets Release Postseason Roster

The Columbus Blue Jackets released their postseason roster ahead of the Stanley Cup Qualifiers.

26 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Entering The Bubble

The Columbus Blue Jackets are entering the bubble on Sunday after months of talking about it.

26 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

TV/Radio Broadcast Info Released

The Columbus Blue Jackets' Stanley Cup Qualifier broadcast information has been released.

24 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

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3 Things: Readiness, Lines, Goalies

John Tortorella's concerned with two or three players' focus, he doesn't see much line movement and is still evaluating the goalies.

24 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

"Life in the Secure Zone"

The NHL has released more information on what each secure zone will look like, as well as a mockup of in-ice presentations.

24 Jul 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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TV Schedule Released

NBC Sports Network will air the first two games of the Columbus Blue Jackets' Stanley Cup Qualifiers series against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

21 Jul 2020
by 1OB Staff

3 Things: Simulated Game, Legacy, Texier

The Columbus Blue Jackets will play a simulated game on Wednesday, John Tortorella talks playoff legacy and Alexandre Texier feels healthy.

21 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

No Time To Waste

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella said the bulk of ice time will go to players who are playing well and he can't wait for others to get their game going.

20 Jul 2020
by Rob Mixer

3 Things: Speed, Conditioning, Greatness

John Tortorella wants Liam Foudy to maximize his speed, he feels good about the conditioning levels of the Columbus Blue Jackets and Pierre-Luc Dubois wants greatness.

17 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

3 Things: The Vet, Pairing, Facial Hair

Columbus Blue Jackets' Nathan Gerbe enjoys being the team's veteran presence, Zach Werenski touts his chemistry with Seth Jones and talks facial hair.

17 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Speedy Rookies

Alexandre Texier and Liam Foudy are some of the fastest players on the Columbus Blue Jackets, and John Tortorella wants to use this quickness against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

16 Jul 2020
by Chris Pennington

How Merzlikins, Korpisalo Are Preparing

Both Elvis Merzlikins and Joonas Korpisalo view their battle to start for the Columbus Blue Jackets in the Stanley Cup Qualifiers as a "healthy competition."

16 Jul 2020
by Colin Hass-Hill

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

Welcome to Jackets

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Blue Jackets Banking On Existing Core

Development Camp Observations

The Blue Line: Potential FA CBJ Targets

Chinkahov "Would Be Glad To Have A Trade"

Schedule's Out!

Big Boss Stays In The 614

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Speed, Intensity, Chemistry

Preview: CBJ vs. BOS

3 Things: Murray, Kukan, Jenner

Bigger Than A Game

First Impressions Of The Bubble

3 Things: Practice, Facing Keefe, Goalies

Let's Play Bubble Hockey

Relocating His “Hot Stick”

Jackets Release Postseason Roster

Entering The Bubble

TV/Radio Broadcast Info Released

3 Things: Readiness, Lines, Goalies

"Life in the Secure Zone"

TV Schedule Released

3 Things: Simulated Game, Legacy, Texier

No Time To Waste

3 Things: Speed, Conditioning, Greatness

3 Things: The Vet, Pairing, Facial Hair

Speedy Rookies

How Merzlikins, Korpisalo Are Preparing

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