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Blue Jackets are taking calls on Zach Werenski, and Other Pre-Draft Speculation

Blue Jackets are taking calls on Zach Werenski, and Other Pre-Draft Speculation

Pierre LeBrun: “Nothing imminent, but the Blue Jackets have started listening to teams calling on Zach Werenski, sources confirm. The CBJ are aware that the Norris Trophy winner is unlikely to extend past his deal.

Don Waddell News / The Hockey Writers / June 26
3 NHL Draft Takeaways From Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell’s Press Conference

3 NHL Draft Takeaways From Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell’s Press Conference

Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell was grilled as expected on Thursday about the status of Norris Trophy winning defenseman Zach Werenski. That will sort itself out in time as the sides are meeting in the near future to discuss the matter.

Mikael Pyyhtia News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
Blue Jackets re-sign Mikael Pyyhtia to two-year contract

Blue Jackets re-sign Mikael Pyyhtia to two-year contract

A young scoring threat is extending his time in Ohio. According to PuckPedia, the Columbus Blue Jackets have re-signed forward Mikael Pyyhtia to a two-year contract.

Mikael Pyyhtia News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25
Blue Jackets Re-Sign Mikael Pyyhtia

Blue Jackets Re-Sign Mikael Pyyhtia

After swinging a trade to bring in an impactful winger, the Blue Jackets turned their focus to a pending restricted free agent.  PuckPedia reports (Twitter link) that Columbus has signed forward Mikael Pyyhtia to a two-year contract.  The AAV of the agreement is $875K while it will be a two-way deal in 2026-27 and a one-way pact in 2027-28.

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The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The 'Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

The NHL began awarding the Conn Smythe Trophy to the most valuable player of the postseason beginning in the 1965 season. How many of the past winners can you name in six minutes?

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25
Canadiens, Blue Jackets Swap Luke Tuch And Hunter McKown

Canadiens, Blue Jackets Swap Luke Tuch And Hunter McKown

The Canadiens and Blue Jackets have made a small prospect trade.  Montreal has acquired forward Hunter McKown from Columbus in exchange for winger Luke Tuch; both teams have announced the swap.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in NHL history

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.

Valeri Nichushkin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 25
Avalanche trade Valeri Nichushkin: Instant reaction, analysis

Avalanche trade Valeri Nichushkin: Instant reaction, analysis

The Colorado Avalanche have traded winger Valeri Nichushkin.

Leafs not actively shopping Matthew Knies, but will listen to offers
Report: Blues tell teams that two players are off the market for trades
Three Western Conference teams in need of major trades this offseason
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Kirill Marchenko News / The Sick Podcast / June 25
Habs Potential Trade Target: Kirill Marchenko

Habs Potential Trade Target: Kirill Marchenko

Over the past few days, hockey insider Frank Seravalli  has mentioned that Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kirill Marchenko could be made available on the trade block.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 25
Werenski's murky future with Blue Jackets the latest sign of changing NHL

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

It's entirely possible that another member of the gold-medal winning U.S. Olympic Men's Hockey team could be on the move this summer.

Wild owner confident Quinn Hughes will stay with Minnesota
Connor McDavid sounds desperate in support of Mike Babcock hiring
With Alex Tuch off the market, who will be the best player to reach free agency?
Flames sign two players to one-year contract extensions
Gavin McKenna excited to potentially play with Leafs' Auston Matthews
Can NHL teams turn to restricted free-agent market for relief?
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / June 25
Waddell’s Cryptic Comments on Werenski Raise Red Flags in Columbus

Waddell’s Cryptic Comments on Werenski Raise Red Flags in Columbus

GM Don Waddell chose his words carefully Thursday — and that alone should worry Columbus Blue Jackets fans. Without sharing the details of any previous conversations or hinting that there might be a trade imminent involving the Norris Trophy-winning defenseman, it clearly sounds like that’s a realistic possibility.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / June 25
‘No definitive plan’ on Werenski’s future in Columbus, GM says

‘No definitive plan’ on Werenski’s future in Columbus, GM says

While notable American players like Quinn Hughes and Brady Tkachuk (and possibly Dylan Larkin) have been on the move recently, many wonder if another high-end U.S.-born player might be the next to be traded.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / June 25
Blue Jackets’ GM Waddell to Meet With Werenski 'In Near Future'

Blue Jackets’ GM Waddell to Meet With Werenski 'In Near Future'

The big story around the Columbus Blue Jackets is the future of Norris Trophy winner Zach Werenski. On Thursday afternoon in his pre-draft availability, GM Don Waddell gave some updates but didn’t want to share everything.

NHL News / Yardbarker / June 24
Connor McDavid sounds desperate in support of Mike Babcock hiring

Connor McDavid sounds incredibly desperate in support of Oilers hiring Mike Babcock

The Edmonton Oilers are facing intense scrutiny for their decision to hire Mike Babcock for their head-coaching role given all of the baggage he brings with him.

Jordan Kyrou, Alex Tuch moves say a lot about how Capitals see themselves
Have the Senators found their replacement for Brady Tkachuk?
Sabres sign 21-year-old forward to a seven-year, $52.5M extension
Gavin McKenna excited to potentially play with Leafs' Auston Matthews
Morgan Rielly's agent submits trade list for Maple Leafs defenseman
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / June 24
Outlining the Blue Jackets’ Perfect 2026 Offseason

Outlining the Blue Jackets’ Perfect 2026 Offseason

The Columbus Blue Jackets were so, so close to securing a wild card berth in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs. But once again, they fell just shy of that goal.

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Mike Babcock News / Trade Talk Sports / June 24
Mike Babcock Offers Little Reflection on Time in Columbus

Mike Babcock Offers Little Reflection on Time in Columbus

Mike Babcock was officially introduced as head coach of the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday, and with that came his first meeting with the media since his strange fallout in Columbus a few years ago.

Zach Werenski News / Daily Faceoff / June 23
Report: Blue Jackets to discuss Werenski’s future after NHL Draft

Report: Blue Jackets to discuss Werenski’s future after NHL Draft

The dominoes continue to fall relating to the NHL futures of many of the stars of the American team that captured Olympic gold in Milano-Cortina in February.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 23
Blue Jackets, Zach Werenski To Discuss Future After Draft

Blue Jackets, Zach Werenski To Discuss Future After Draft

On the heels of Dylan Larkin requesting a trade from the Detroit Red Wings and the Ottawa Senators shipping Brady Tkachuk off to the Florida Panthers, there is growing speculation that a third member of Team USA’s Gold medal-winning Olympic team could be on the move this summer.

Zach Werenski News / NHL Trade Talk / June 23
Blue Jackets to Sit with Zach Werenski and Talk Possible Trade After NHL Draft

Blue Jackets to Sit with Zach Werenski and Talk Possible Trade After NHL Draft

There have been rumors about what might happen with Zach Werenski in Columbus this past week. Most wondered if there was any truth to the idea that he might be among the U.S.-born players who are suddenly making it known they want a change of scenery.

NHL News / Trade Talk Sports / June 23
Two Blue Jackets Stars Land on Insider Trade Board

Two Blue Jackets Stars Land on Insider Trade Board

The NHL insiders have been warning fans to buckle up for more chaos after the blockbuster Brady Tkachuk trade on Sunday night, and it sounds like the team we might have to keep our eyes on is the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Zach Werenski News / NHL Trade Talk / June 22
Every Insider Is Saying the Same Thing About a Zach Werenski Trade

Every Insider Is Saying the Same Thing About a Zach Werenski Trade

“There are certainly indications that he and his camp are having conversations about what the future looks like,” said NHL insider Pierre LeBrun about Zach Werenski.

Jacob Paquette News / Inside The Rink / June 22

ECHL: Jacob Paquette Heads Overseas

Trois-Rivières Lions defenseman Jacob Paquette is heading overseas to France to join Rouen (Ligue Magnus) after spending parts of the last three seasons with the Lions.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / June 22
Columbus Blue Jackets Trade Rumblings

Columbus Blue Jackets Trade Rumblings

As the NHL crowed a new Stanley Cup Champion, the offseason has officially begun. Contending teams and teams close to contending are now looking for ways to improve their organizations to get into the playoffs.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 22
Blue Jackets sign first-round pick to one-year contract extension

Blue Jackets sign first-round pick to one-year contract extension

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Corson Ceulemans to a one-year, two-way contract extension for the 2026-27 season, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell announced on Saturday.

Patrik Laine News / NHL Rumors / June 18
NHL Rumors: Columbus Blue Jackets, Patrik Laine, and the Toronto Maple Leafs

NHL Rumors: Columbus Blue Jackets, Patrik Laine, and the Toronto Maple Leafs

Mark Scheig: Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell said that he doesn’t think he’ll be able to bring back all of their UFAs. “I don’t mind bringing them all back.

Don Waddell News / Inside The Rink / June 13
How Will Don Waddell Improve The Columbus Blue Jackets Roster?

How Will Don Waddell Improve The Columbus Blue Jackets Roster?

The Columbus Blue Jackets once again missed the playoffs by a narrow margin for the second straight season. It has been six years since the organization tasted postseason play, fans have shown some discord, players and front office are frustrated, so what happens next?

NHL News / NHL Rumors / June 11
NHL Rumors: Mason Marchment looking for big deal; several areas of need for the Senators

NHL Rumors: Mason Marchment looking for big deal; several areas of need for the Senators

Jason Gregor: Aaron Portzline on Sports 1440 on Columbus Blue Jackets pending UFA forwards Mason Marchment and Boone Jenner. “My sense is that Marchment will be the hardest of their UFAs to sign.

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