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NHL Forward Makes Unexpected Career Announcement at Age 28

In a move that caught the hockey world by surprise, now-former Arizona Coyotes, Detroit Red Wings, and Columbus Blue Jackets winger Christian Fischer announced his retirement from the NHL on Saturday at just 28 years old.

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ECHL: Indy’s Kyle Maksimovich Signs with Herning Blue Fox

The Herning Blue Fox have made a notable addition to their 2025–26 roster, signing Canadian forward Kyle Maksimovich. The 27-year-old from Hamilton, Ontario, brings speed, skill, and a proven scoring touch to Denmark’s top professional league after a strong showing in both the ECHL and AHL.

Jack Williams News / 1st Ohio Battery / July 6

Jack Williams Stinger Cup Hat Trick Highlights 2025 CBJ Development Camp

Another Columbus Blue Jackets development camp is in the books and another Stinger Cup has been hoisted at the OhioHealth Ice Haus. Jack Williams had a hat trick for Team Cross in their 6-0 win over Team Donskov, a scrimmage amongst the 32 players that concluded the four-day development camp.

Dmitri Voronkov News / Last Word On Sports / July 5

Blue Jackets Signing Big, Talented Forward to Extension

The Columbus Blue Jackets have re-signed a key part of their future upfront today. Restricted free agent Dmitri Voronkov signs a two-year contract extension that will keep him in Ohio.

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Dmitri Voronkov News / Daily Faceoff / July 5

Blue Jackets sign Dmitri Voronkov to two-year contract

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Saturday they had signed forward Dmitri Voronkov to a two-year, $8.35 million contract that will pay him $4.175 million through the 2026-27 season.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 5

Blue Jackets re-sign their top remaining restricted free agent

With the signing, he becomes the third-highest-paid forward on the Blue Jackets for the upcoming season.

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NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark this offseason

Three NHL teams that have missed the mark so far this offseason

There is still time for these teams to change their offseason, and one big trade can still impact things, but through the first week, these teams have dropped the ball. So far.

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Red Wings forward announces retirement in surprising move

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 4

Emptying the 2025 Columbus Blue Jackets’ Development Camp Notebook

The Columbus Blue Jackets are almost ready to go into full offseason mode. But before they get there, 2025 Development Camp is taking place at the Ice Haus.

Luke Kunin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 4

Former first-round pick garnering interest from around NHL

A new contract could be closing in soon for centerman Luke Kunin, who has garnered interest from multiple teams since hitting the open market on July 1st, per David Pagnotta of The Fourth Period.

Christian Fischer News / Daily Faceoff / July 4

Christian Fischer retires from NHL after nine-year career

NHL forward Christian Fischer announced his retirement from the NHL on Friday through an interview with The Athletic’s Max Bultman. The 28-year-old says

Jacob Paquette News / Inside The Rink / July 3

ECHL: Jacob Paquette Re-Signs With Trois-Rivières Lions

The Trois-Rivières Lions have announced that they’ve re-signed defenseman Jacob Paquette for the 2025-26 season. In his first full season with the Lions, Paquette played in 69 games, putting up four goals and 17 assists for 21 points.

Trey Fix-Wolansky News / Daily Faceoff / July 3

Rangers sign Trey Fix-Wolansky to one-year contract

One of the best scoring threats in the minor leagues has found a new home. On Thursday, New York Rangers general manager Chris Drury announced that the team has signed Trey Fix-Wolansky to a one-year, two-way contract.

Ivan Provorov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 2

Grading Ivan Provorov’s 7-year contract extension with Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets started their 2025 NHL Free Agency period by bringing back a couple of pending free agents on the blue line. The Jackets have re-signed Ivan Provorov to a seven-year deal worth $8.5 million per year.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

5 Prospects to Watch at the Blue Jackets Development Camp

The Columbus Blue Jackets will host their 2025 Development Camp from July 2 to July 5 at the OhioHealth Ice Haus in Columbus. The camp will have a good mix of recent draft picks and invitees looking to make an impression as future free agents.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 2

Blue Jackets Betting Big on Themselves in 2025-26

When the 2024-25 season ended for the Columbus Blue Jackets, the message from everyone inside the locker room was they fell short of their goal. Although they had a good season that saw them in the running for the playoffs until Game 82, it wasn’t good enough.

Isac Lundestrom News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Defensive Depth Forward Signs with Columbus Blue Jackets

Welcome back to another edition of NHL Signing News here at Last Word on Sports. Whenever a notable player signs a new deal, we bring you the latest details and analysis.

Ivan Provorov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 1

Blue Jackets re-sign Ivan Provorov to seven-year deal

July 1: Columbus has confirmed Provorov’s extension. June 30: The Blue Jackets are keeping defenseman Ivan Provorov away from unrestricted free agency, Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reports.

Ivan Provorov News / Daily Faceoff / June 30

Report: Blue Jackets to sign Ivan Provorov to seven-year contract extension

The Columbus Blue Jackets are nearing a seven-year contract extension with defenseman Ivan Provorov that carries an $8.5-million average annual value, reports Aaron Portzline of The Athletic.

Dante Fabbro News / Field Level Media / June 29

Blue Jackets D Dante Fabbro inks 4-year extension

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Dante Fabbro signed a four-year, $16.5 million contract on Sunday. Fabbro, 27, was a pending unrestricted free agent. He recorded 26 points (nine goals, 17 assists) and a plus-20 rating in 68 games last season split between the Nashville Predators and Blue Jackets.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / June 29

Blue Jackets Re-Sign Top-4 Defenseman

The Columbus Blue Jackets continued setting an aggressive tone to their offseason with their latest move. Just days after acquiring veteran forwards Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood from the Colorado Avalanche, the Blue Jackets re-signed one of their top-four defenseman and kept him from reaching unrestricted free agency.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / June 24

Blue Jackets' Nationwide Arena seeking $400M overhaul

The owner of Nationwide Arena, home to the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets, is seeking $400 million in upgrades. In addition to repairs and renovations to the roof and HVAC system, the improvements sought by the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority include a new entrance, team store, concessions, bar and rooftop terrace.

Sean Monahan News / Yardbarker / June 5