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On YouTubeColumbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / 15 hours ago
New Blue Jackets GM and President Don Waddell speaks at press conference
On Wednesday, May 29, Don Waddell met with the media to discuss his new position as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / 17 hours ago
Blue Jackets’ Waddell Believes He Can Make Big Difference
Don Waddell walked into Nationwide Arena on Wednesday afternoon for his introductory press conference. He might be turning 66 in August, but he says he still has a lot to offer and believes he can make a difference for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Cannon / May 29
2023-24 Player Review: Ivan Provorov was a workhorse 
In 2022-23, the Columbus Blue Jacket who played the most minutes was Andrew Peeke. Fifth on the list (behind two goalies and Johnny Gaudreau) was Erik Gudbranson.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / May 28
Blue Jackets hire Don Waddell to lead turnaround
The Columbus Blue Jackets agreed to a multi-year deal Tuesday with Don Waddell to become the club's president of hockey operations, general manager and alternate governor.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / ESPN / May 28
Waddell quickly finds work as Blue Jackets GM
Don Waddell, who left the Hurricanes after 10 seasons on Friday, has been hired as general manager and president of hockey operations for the Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 28
Blue Jackets name Don Waddell president of hockey ops, GM and alternate governor
The Columbus Blue Jackets officially announced that Don Waddell has agreed to a multi-year contract and will serve as the President of Hockey Operations, General Manager and Alternate Governor.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / May 28
Blue Jackets Make Don Waddell Hiring Official
The Columbus Blue Jackets announced on Tuesday that they’ve signed Don Waddell to a multi-year contract to serve as our club’s president of hockey operations, general manager, and alternate governor.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 28
Blue Jackets Name Don Waddell GM & President of Hockey Operations
The Columbus Blue Jackets have named Don Waddell as the club’s president of hockey operations, general manager, and alternate governor. The deal is a multi-year contract that moves interim general manager John Davidson to a senior advisor and alternate governor role.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / May 28
The Columbus Blue Jackets Have Officially Hired Don Waddell to Lead Hockey Operations
The Columbus Blue Jackets have their man. The team has announced the hiring of Don Waddell, who will take over and lead hockey operations effective immediately.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Cannon / May 28
Don Waddell isn’t the most exciting choice for the Blue Jackets…but might by the right one
After months of little news regarding the search for a new general manager for the Columbus Blue Jackets, much progress has been made over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / May 26
A Closer Look At What Don Waddell Will Bring To The Columbus Blue Jackets Front Office
Could it be? Could it be that the Columbus Blue Jackets finally have the front office person to right the ship and lead the franchise into a contending direction?
Brendan Gaunce News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 26
Blue Jackets waive reserve forward, AHL captain
He appeared in 24 NHL games this season, scoring four points. It was the most time that Gaunce has spent in the NHL since his first year with Columbus in the 2021-22 season, when he totaled 30 games and seven points.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 26
Blue Jackets place Gaunce on waivers, Lightning’s Usau clears unconditional waivers
Some postseason waiver news around the National Hockey League. On Sunday, the Columbus Blue Jackets placed forward Brendan Gaunce on waivers. Tampa Bay Lightning forward Iyla Usau also cleared unconditional waivers.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / ClutchPoints / May 25
Don Waddell to take over as Blue Jackets GM
It’s only been 24 hours since Don Waddell stepped down as the general manager of the Carolina Hurricanes, and it looks like the 65-year-old already has his next opportunity lined up.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 25
Don Waddell Blue Jackets’ Top GM Candidate, Reports Insider
The Columbus Blue Jackets’ search for their next general manager (GM) could be over. Pierre Lebrun of TSN and The Athletic reports that Don Waddell is the Blue Jackets’ top choice to take over the hockey ops position.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 25
Report: Blue Jackets expected to name Don Waddell to management role
After becoming a “free agent” barely 24 hours ago, one of the game’s longtime figures might have already found a new home. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Columbus Blue Jackets are projected to reveal Don Waddell as the man taking over the top hockey operations job with the organization.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / May 25
Don Waddell Taking Top Hockey Ops Role with Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to welcome Don Waddell to their management team, though his exact title has yet to be confirmed. Reliable hockey insiders
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 25
Blue Jackets expected to hire former Hurricanes executive
After a search that has lasted more than three months, it appears that the Blue Jackets have zeroed in on their executive of choice to take over the front office.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / May 24
Catching Up With Blue Jacket’s Players in the IIHF World Championship Part Two
Last week I wrote an article detailing the Columbus Blue Jacket’s representation at the IIHF World Championship tournament. The five players that are participating are Elvis Merzlikins (Latvia), Damon Severson (Canada), Gavin Brindley (USA), Johnny Gaudreau (USA), and Zach Werenski (USA).
Johnny Gaudreau News / NHL Trade Talk / May 22
Johnny Gaudreau Has Found His Game At The World Championship
As the preliminary round has come to an end at the 2024 World Championship, Team USA finished second in their division. The team won five games while losing once in regulation and once in overtime.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / May 16
Catching Up With Blue Jacket’s Players in the IIHF World Championship
You may already know that there are nine different Columbus Blue Jacket‘s players or personnel at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Czechia, but in case you haven’t been able to follow it here’s a few things to catch you up!
Columbus Blue Jackets News / ClutchPoints / May 10
3 moves Blue Jackets must make in 2024 NHL offseason
Once again, the Columbus Blue Jackets find themselves back at the drawing board following yet another season where they fell short of qualifying for the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
Pierre-Luc Dubois News / Yardbarker / May 5
NHL teams should be wary of acquiring Pierre Luc-Dubois
Three teams have fallen for the center's combination of size (6-foot-4, 225 pounds) and all-around skill. All three have all wound up regretting it.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 4
Offseason checklist for Columbus Blue Jackets after disappointing campaign
After a tough 2022-23 season, there was supposed to be some reason for optimism for the Blue Jackets this year. However, things did not turn out well.
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