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.

In the System: Bemmer Stays Hot

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects fared this week, featuring Emil Bemstrom's great season in Finland.

15 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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New Sweaters

adidas Hockey is giving all 31 NHL teams a bold new kit, and the previews have dropped. For the Columbus Blue Jackets, it's particularly bold.

12 Nov 2020
by Ed Francis

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In the System: Chinakhov Stays Hot

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects fared this week, including Yegor Chinakhov's strong performance in the Karjala Cup.

08 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

Gavrikov Locked Up

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced the signing of RFA defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov to a three-year, $8.4M contract.

05 Nov 2020
by Dan Dukart

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Nyquist Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

Gustav Nyquist underwent offseason shoulder surgery and is expected to be on the shelf for the next 5-6 months, opening a role for an internal promotion or external UFA signing.

05 Nov 2020
by Dan Dukart

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In the System: Russians Heat Up

Here's how Blue Jackets prospects have fared so far in their 2020-21 seasons.

01 Nov 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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No Checking in OHL

In an unorthodox move, the OHL will not allow players to bodycheck this season as the Ontario government tries to stop the spread of COVID-19.

31 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Boomer Rises

The Columbus Blue Jackets posted a Halloween video and we get a glimpse at Boomer, the former world-renowned mascot.

30 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

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Stenlund Extended

The Blue Jackets have announced a one-year, two-way contract extension for forward Kevin Stenlund.

28 Oct 2020
by Ed Francis

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Chinakhov Heating Up

With a three-assist night last night, Yegor Chinakhov is on his way to proving he's first-round material.

25 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Extension Soon for Torts

John Tortorella's tenure as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets will likely be extended, per a report from The Athletic.

24 Oct 2020
by Jacob Nitzberg

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Top Young CBJ Stars

The Blue Jackets hope that their top young players can help take them to the next level. According to The Athletic, the Blue Jackets have five players under 23 to be excited about.

23 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

Rock And A Hard Place

Former Columbus Blue Jacket forward Josh Anderson knew what he wanted in his contract negotiations and it was a big reason for his trade.

19 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

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Chinakhov A Shock?

No one knows the European hockey world like Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen, so when he makes a bold selection, it shouldn't be too much of a shock.

16 Oct 2020
by Sam Blazer

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Jackets Add Koivu

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed former Minnesota Wild captain Mikko Koivu to a 1-year deal.

10 Oct 2020
by Ed Francis

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Eyes On Offense

What does Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen have up his sleeve? He's cleared cap space and needs offense, now.

09 Oct 2020
by Rob Mixer

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Murray to Jersey

The Columbus Blue Jackets traded defenseman Ryan Murray to the New Jersey Devils on Thursday night.

08 Oct 2020
by Rob Mixer

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Nuti to Florida

The Columbus Blue Jackets sent defenseman Markus Nutivaara to Florida Thursday in a move that was all about freeing up cap space.

08 Oct 2020
by 1OB Staff

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Wennberg Placed on Waivers

The Columbus Blue Jackets placed center Alexander Wennberg on waivers Thursday, setting the stage for the club to buy out the remaining years on his contract.

08 Oct 2020
by 1OB Staff

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CBJ Draft Tracker

Tracking the Columbus Blue Jackets selections at the 2020 NHL Entry Draft.

07 Oct 2020
by 1OB Staff

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Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

Weekly Roundup

What's Their Identity?

Werenski, Marchenko Must Go

Gudbranson Returns On One-Year Deal

Werenski Commits to Columbus

Blue Jackets Add Copley, Bezeau

Columbus Blue Jackets News

In the System: Bemmer Stays Hot

New Sweaters

In the System: Chinakhov Stays Hot

Gavrikov Locked Up

Nyquist Undergoes Shoulder Surgery

In the System: Russians Heat Up

No Checking in OHL

Boomer Rises

Stenlund Extended

Chinakhov Heating Up

Extension Soon for Torts

Top Young CBJ Stars

Rock And A Hard Place

Chinakhov A Shock?

Jackets Add Koivu

Eyes On Offense

Murray to Jersey

Nuti to Florida

Wennberg Placed on Waivers

CBJ Draft Tracker

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