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3 Blue Jackets Primed for a Breakout 2026-27 Season

This offseason has been pivotal for the Columbus Blue Jackets, as they head into one of the most important campaigns in franchise history. On the brink of missing the playoffs for a seventh consecutive season, the Blue Jackets have to build a roster with the best chance of returning to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2020.

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Jet Greaves’ Rise Gives The Blue Jackets Something They’ve Been Missing

When you think of players in a prove-it season, you could start with those in the crease for the Columbus Blue Jackets. In Jet Greaves' case, he's looking to prove last season was no fluke.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 13

How Blue Jackets Can Become a Contender, Part 1: How Did We Get Here?

The date was May 8, 2021. The Columbus Blue Jackets were playing out the string in their shortened 56-game regular season. Game 56 was nothing if not at least entertaining.

Zach Werenski News / NHL Trade Talk / July 10

Zach Werenski’s Lesson: In the NHL, Every Word Matters

If you want to see fan frustration, it’s hard to think of a better “how did we get here?” situation than what’s going on with Zach Werenski and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

In the history of the NHL Draft, 64 players have been selected No. 1 overall. How many of the can you name in eight minutes?

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 10

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: RFA Waiting Game, Ivanov & More

Normally at this time of year, NHL news is very few and far between. This has been no ordinary offseason though. While the heat of the summer is setting in, there is still a lot of things that could happen over the course of this offseason that it may be a good idea to keep your phone or computer close to you.

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The most underrated player for every NHL franchise

The best player in Washington Capitals history? Alex Ovechkin. The best Red Wing? Gordie Howe or Steve Yzerman…or maybe Nicklas Lidstrom. Some NHL franchises have a clear best player, while others have the proverbial Mount Rushmore of potential choices.

Sergei Ivanov News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Blue Jackets Sign Goalie Sergei Ivanov to Entry-Level Deal

On Wednesday, General Manager Don Waddell announced that the Columbus Blue Jackets have signed 22-year-old goalie prospect Sergei Ivanov to a two-year, entry-level deal that will keep him with the organization until the end of the 2027-28 campaign.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Trade Talk Sports / July 9

Could the Next NHL Offer Sheet Be Adam Fantilli?

On Friday, the hockey world will learn the fate of Leo Carlsson, and it could have a major ripple effect on the rest of the NHL. Since Carlsson signed a massive five-year, $90 million offer sheet with the Philadelphia Flyers, league-wide activity has somewhat stalled.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 9

Suggested Blockbuster Trade Sees Lightning Acquire Blue Jackets’ Werenski

While the Columbus Blue Jackets and Zach Werenski made it clear that Werenski was happy to return and wasn’t interested in being traded, following some speculation otherwise, it’s hard to fully believe when a player says they don’t want to be traded and are loyal to one team.

Sergei Ivanov News / Daily Faceoff / July 8

Blue Jackets sign Sergei Ivanov to two-year, entry-level contract

The Columbus Blue Jackets have agreed to terms on a two-year, entry-level contract with goaltending prospect Sergei Ivanov, the club announced Wednesday afternoon.

Sergei Ivanov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 8

Blue Jackets Sign Sergei Ivanov

The Columbus Blue Jackets will finally see one of their top goaltending prospects play in the organization. According to a team announcement, the Blue Jackets have signed Sergei Ivanov to a two-year, entry-level contract.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / July 7

Insider Unwilling to Rule Out Zach Werenski Trade to Dallas

Zach Werenski could be a Dallas Star right now, but instead he’s still a Columbus Blue Jacket. The nixed deal that would have sent Werenski to Dallas for a package centered around Thomas Harley took the hockey world by storm last week, and while that trade appears to be dead for now, one insider is still keeping an eye on it eventually happening.

Colton White News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 6

Blue Jackets Sign Colton White

The Columbus Blue Jackets have added some defensive depth on the free agent market. According to a team announcement, the Blue Jackets have signed Colton White to a two-year, two-way contract.

Colton White News / Daily Faceoff / July 6

Blue Jackets sign Colton White to two-year contract

An experienced blueliner is moving to the Midwest. On Monday, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell announced that the team has signed defenseman Colton White to a two-year, two-way extension.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / July 6

Weekly Roundup: Jenner's Legacy, Werenski's Future, Fantilli's Next Deal, And Free Agency

It's been a busy past week in the NHL with storylines flying all over the place. NHL free agency started last Wednesday, as the Columbus Blue Jackets dipped their toe into the available pool of players.

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William Whitelaw News / The Hockey Writers / July 6

Blue Jackets Prospect William Whitelaw Taking Major Steps

A Columbus Blue Jackets prospect who may be flying under the radar is William Whitelaw, and he has developed a ton since the last time he was in Columbus for the Blue Jackets Development Camp last July.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 5

2026-27 Blue Jackets Roster Projection 3.0: New Faces, Big Injuries & Holes to Fill

For most NHL teams, their business is mostly done by the time we get to the fourth of July. Most of the major contracts are figured out. They’ve made their free-agent signings.

Zachary Sawchenko News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 4

Hurricanes Sign Zach Sawchenko To Two-Way Deal

The Hurricanes have signed goaltender Zachary Sawchenko to a two-way deal, per a team announcement. He’ll earn the league-minimum NHL salary of $850K this season with a $150K AHL salary and a $190K guarantee.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / July 6

NHL Rumors: Kirill Marchenko and Zach Werenski aren't going anywhere this offseason; Blackhawks still haven't added a winger for Connor Bedard

Jeff Svoboda: Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell on forward Kirill Marchenko: “I’ve had discussions with his agent, which we won’t discuss right now, but Marchenko is going to be a Blue Jacket when the season starts.” Jeff Svoboda: Blue Jackets GM Waddell on defenseman Zach Werenski: “The end result is this is what we wanted.

Isac Lundestrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 3

Isac Lundestrom Sustains Achilles Injury

It appears that the Blue Jackets will be without one of their centers when the season gets underway. Isac Lundestrom indicated to David Olsson Jiglund of Norbottens-Kuriren that he suffered an Achilles injury while training.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Blue Jackets GM shuts down Kirill Marchenko trade rumors

It’s been a strange offseason for the Columbus Blue Jackets, who recently put out a joint statement with Norris Trophy-winning defenseman Zach Werenski to quell rumors that he wanted to depart the club.

Erik Gudbranson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 2

Blue Jackets To Re-Sign Erik Gudbranson

The Columbus Blue Jackets are bringing back a familiar face to their defensive corps. According to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic, the Blue Jackets are signing veteran defenseman Erik Gudbranson to a one-year, $1.75MM contract.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / July 2

The Werenski Trade Talk Isn’t Over — It’s Just on Hold

Trade rumors almost never go in reverse. Once a star’s name is out there, once they say they want to be traded and a team goes from “exploring the market” to “actively shopping,” things usually end in one of two ways — a deal quickly gets done, or it drags out for months until one finally does.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / July 1

Blue Jackets sign Owen Sillinger to one-year contract

A perennial minor leaguer is staying in Northeast Ohio. On the opening day of NHL free agency, the Columbus Blue Jackets re-signed forward Owen Sillinger to a one-year, two-way contract.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Yardbarker / July 1

Blue Jackets, Zach Werenski seem to have worked out their issues

Perhaps the biggest story to come out of the first day of the NHL's free agent signing period is a move that did not happen, and may not happen anytime soon.

Penguins bolster defense by signing Trevor van Riemsdyk away from rival

What signing veteran wing Viktor Arvidsson means for Red Wings

Does Penguins depth addition signal a bigger move on the horizon?

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / Yardbarker / June 26

Blue Jackets facing crisis as their best players don't seem to want to stay

There might not be a team in the NHL with worse vibes right now than the Columbus Blue Jackets. It's not necessarily that the team is bad or that it is lacking in talent.

Zach Werenski's murky future with Blue Jackets the latest sign of changing NHL

With Alex Tuch off the market, who will be the best player to reach NHL free agency?

Maple Leafs made the right choice by taking Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in NHL Draft

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