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3 Great Free Agent Fits for the Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are entering the 2026-27 season with the fifth-highest salary cap space in the NHL, and with general manager Don Waddell making moves that signify they are in “win-now mode,” this offseason could be crucial for his team as they attempt to make the playoffs for the first time in six seasons.

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Best Boone Jenner destinations if he leaves Blue Jackets in 2026 NHL Free Agency

The Columbus Blue Jackets did not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. They certainly put up a good fight, especially after hiring Rick Bowness as head coach midseason.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 27

3 Free Agents the Blue Jackets Need to Let Walk

The Columbus Blue Jackets are facing one of the most critical offseasons in their history. After making a late run at a playoff spot and falling short, the Blue Jackets need to decide if they are going to make major moves or stand pat and hope to develop enough to make up the difference.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 25

Are the Blue Jackets in a Rebuild or a Rerun?

For the past six seasons, the Columbus Blue Jackets have struggled to get out of their own way and to finish the season in the playoffs. It has raised many questions amongst the fan base if they need to fully tank in order to join the elite of the league with premier talent.

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The 'Active NHL goal leaders' quiz

How many of the active NHL players with at least 300 goals in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Most Stanley Cup Playoff goals' quiz

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The 'Last playoff-goals leader by team' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 23

The Metropolitan Division team looking to trade up in draft

The 2026 NHL offseason is being touted as the summer of trades, and the Columbus Blue Jackets could end up being one of the more aggressive teams ahead of the NHL Draft.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

There have been successful rookie seasons in NHL history, and there have been superior efforts worth celebrating time and time again. Here's our list of the 25 notable seasons from those with official rookie status, as deemed by the NHL, in reverse chronological order.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 23

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Jenner, Johnson, Merzlikins & More

The offseason might be over a month old, but it continues to be a busy one for the Columbus Blue Jackets. With it being Memorial Day weekend in the United States, it marks an important time on the hockey calendar.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 22

Columbus could be a team looking to trade up at 2026 NHL Draft

The action on the NHL Draft floor is something that everyone loves keeping tabs on. Teams making moves for big-name players, while others are trying to offload some money…it’s always a fun aspect to draft weekend.

NHL News / The Spun / May 21

Longtime NHL Announcer Bill Davidge Dead Thursday at 72

The Columbus Blue Jackets and the wider hockey world lost a beloved figure this week as longtime analyst Bill Davidge passed away. He was 72 years old.

Boone Jenner News / The Hockey Writers / May 21

Time for the Blue Jackets to Move on From Boone Jenner

The Columbus Blue Jackets faced some hard realities after struggling down the stretch and failing to make the playoffs, the sixth consecutive season in which they have failed to make the postseason.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 21

Blue Jackets rumors: The UFA who surprisingly might not be re-signed this summer

The Columbus Blue Jackets missed the playoffs this year, which infuriated new head coach Rick Bowness. After the final game of the season, Bowness promised to change the culture in Columbus and signed a two-year extension.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 21

Hockey World Mourns Loss of Beloved Blue Jackets Broadcaster Bill Davidge

The story of the Columbus Blue Jackets cannot be told without mentioning the impact Bill Davidge had. The story of hockey in Ohio cannot be told without mentioning the impact he had.

Zach Aston-Reese News / The Hockey Writers / May 17

Zach Aston-Reese Waived by Blue Jackets, Becomes New Dad & Leads Monsters Playoff Run With Joy

Zach Aston-Reese found himself in an unfamiliar spot at the end of January while playing for the Columbus Blue Jackets. With both Denton Mateychuk and Miles Wood ready to return from injuries, the team needed to make room on the roster.

Charlie Coyle News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

Blue Jackets Signing Charlie Coyle Signals Aggressive 'Win Now' Push in 2026-27

The Columbus Blue Jackets took care of an important piece of business this week. They were able to re-sign center Charlie Coyle to a six-year deal worth $36 million.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 16

3 Big Swings for the Blue Jackets This Offseason to Escape Mediocrity

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been a team that has struggled to gain the notice of the league. Outside of one series in the 2019 NHL Playoffs against the Tampa Bay Lightning, they have done little else to become a story in the national media.

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The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

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Charlie Coyle News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 12

Charlie Coyle contract details emerge after $36 million Blue Jackets signing

The Columbus Blue Jackets got an early start on their offseason spending on Tuesday morning. The Blue Jackets signed Charlie Coyle to a six-year contract extension that is worth a total of $36 million.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Athlon Sports / May 12

Blue Jackets Sign Veteran Center to Long-Term Contract Extension

For a long time, the Columbus Blue Jackets have struggled to stand out much in the National Hockey League, as the team have made the Stanley Cup Playoffs just six times since arriving in 2000-01, winning just one true round in that time.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 13

Blue Jackets sign Charlie Coyle to six-year extension

Coyle was considered one of the top available unrestricted free agents heading into the offseason.

Bruins' Charlie McAvoy suspended six games to start 2026-27 season

Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen takes over in net as Sabres even series with Game 4 comeback

Zach Benson's third-period goal helps Sabres level series vs. Canadiens

Penguins' Kyle Dubas gives Evgeni Malkin update amid uncertainty

The '2024-25 NHL points leaders' quiz

Erik Gudbranson News / Pro Hockey Rumors / May 2

Blue Jackets Not Expected To Re-Sign Erik Gudbranson

After a late-season collapse ultimately cost them a playoff spot, Columbus head coach Rick Bowness talked about changing the culture, assuming he would still be with the team in 2026-27. That question went away rather quickly and Bowness will now get a chance to really put his mark on the team.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 1

Greaves, Fantilli, Jenner and more: How Blue Jackets plan to approach their free agents

The 2025-26 campaign was a rollercoaster for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Early-season struggles led to the dismissal of head coach Dean Evason, replaced by Rick Bowness.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / April 24

Blue Jackets part ways with three assistants after missing playoffs

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Friday that assistant coaches Mike Haviland and Scott Ford will not return for the 2026-27 season. In addition, the team is set to part ways with video coach Aron Augustitus.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 15

Columbus Blue Jackets' losing culture is becoming major problem

It can be very difficult to get a sense for the mood around a team unless you are actually in their locker room every day and seeing things up close and personal. But sometimes there are hints and clues when an environment has turned rotten, and the Columbus Blue Jackets are showing a lot of them.

‘Losing doesn’t bother them’: Blue Jackets coach Bowness slams team as their season ends

Bowness’ frustration with Blue Jackets’ effort is understandable

Blackhawks sign GM Kyle Davidson to contract extension

The NHL’s offseason chaos index: Who could shake up the league?

The '1976-77 Montreal Canadiens' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / April 15

Will the Blue Jackets Support Rick Bowness After Post-Game Tirade?

“If I’m back, I’m changing this culture,” said Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Rick Bowness on Tuesday night. Clearly emotional and unsure if the organization was going to re-up his contract for next season, Bowness didn’t care.