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2025-26 Blue Jackets Roster Projection 3.0: Navigating a Trade Request

It would surprise no one if the Columbus Blue Jackets enter 2025 Training Camp with what they currently have. Most of their major business appears to be done.

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Adam Sandler Pays Tribute to Blue Jackets Legend

Hockey fans were united in their excitement for the release of Happy Gilmore 2, the long-awaited follow-up to Adam Sandler's foundational 1996 comedy. The hockey player-turned-golfer character inspired a generation of comedy fans and provided the world with an endless list of quotable lines and memorable moments.

Jet Greaves News / The Hockey Writers / July 25

Jet Greaves Deserves to Be the Blue Jackets’ Starting Goaltender

The biggest question mark for the Columbus Blue Jackets heading into the 2025-26 season is goaltending. The question remains: who deserves the main starting spot, Jet Greaves or Elvis Merzlikins?

Yegor Chinakhov News / Blade of Steel / July 25

Trade buzz explodes as three keys teams emerge as suitors for Yegor Chinakhov

The NHL trade market heats up as Yegor Chinakhov's Columbus Blue Jackets dispute could draw interest from the Dallas Stars and other contenders The future

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Luke Kunin News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 24

Free-agent profile for veteran center Luke Kunin

Although he’s seen his market value drop over the last few years, Kunin could hold some value at the bottom of a team’s forward core.

Jake Gaudet News / Inside The Rink / July 24

AHL: Jake Gaudet Heads Overseas

This morning, 29-year-old forward Jake Gaudet signed with the Belfast Giants of the EIHL. In 41 games for the Cleveland Monsters, he had six points on a goal and five assists.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / House of Hockey / July 22

Analysts Link Three Teams to Controversial Blue Jackets Forward Yegor Chinakov After His Trade Demand

Yegor Chinakhov requested a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, and now analysts have linked the 24-year old to three intriguing teams on the trade market.

Yegor Chinakhov News / The Hockey Writers / July 22

3 Trade Destinations for Blue Jackets’ Yegor Chinakhov

Another summer, another trade request from a Columbus Blue Jacket. Young Russian forward Yegor Chinakhov has asked for a new home. He’s the man through whom the organization shocked hockey pundits everywhere in his selection in the first round of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft, despite not many ranking him on their lists at all.

NHL News / Breakaway on SI / July 21

Penguins Perfect Destination for Disgruntled Blue Jackets Forward

The Columbus Blue Jackets find themselves in a tough spot as 24-year-old forward Yegor Chinakhov has requested a trade following misunderstandings with head coach Dean Evason.

Yegor Chinakhov News / The Hockey Writers / July 21

Canadiens Should Consider Trading for Blue Jackets’ Yegor Chinakhov

With the NHL offseason still simmering, teams continue to explore opportunities to bolster their rosters for the upcoming campaign. One name recently surfaced in the rumour mill: Yegor Chinakhov.

NHL News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Disgruntled Blue Jackets Forward's Decision Sparks Maple Leafs Trade Talk

With superstar winger Mitch Marner gone, the Toronto Maple Leafs are exploring ways to replace his production and reshape their forward corps. One intriguing target has unexpectedly become available: Columbus Blue Jackets forward Yegor Chinakhov.

Yegor Chinakhov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 20

Yegor Chinakhov’s agent sounds off on Blue Jackets trade request

The Columbus Blue Jackets are still working through their offseason as they prepare for the 2025-26 season. However, the team received a bit of a bombshell on Thursday.

Adam Fantilli News / The Hockey Writers / July 19

Blue Jackets Should Try to Extend Adam Fantilli Long-Term

With the recent news surrounding Yegor Chinakhov, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager (GM) Don Waddell has quite a bit on his plate at this point. Once that gets resolved, though, his biggest priority should undoubtedly be getting Adam Fantilli’s second NHL contract squared away.

Yegor Chinakhov News / Field Level Media / July 19

Yegor Chinakhov's agent on trade request: ‘It’s all about the coach’

Yegor Chinakhov's agent doubled down on the notion that the Columbus Blue Jackets' coach, Dean Evason, is the reason the 24-year-old forward requested a trade.

Yegor Chinakhov News / House of Hockey / July 19

'It's All About the Coach': The Truth Behind Yegor Chinakhov's Trade Demand From Columbus Revealed

The truth is coming out about Yegor Chinakhov's request to be traded from the Columbus Blue Jackets, per new comments from his agent Shumi Babaev. The Columbus Blue Jackets are on the verge of potentially losing one of their bright young players, as forward Yegor Chinakhov has requested to be moved.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 18

Columbus Blue Jackets 2025 NHL free agency grades for every signing

The Columbus Blue Jackets missed the playoffs for a fifth straight season. This year, they were the first team out of the playoffs in the Eastern Conference, missing the playoffs by just two points.

Olivier Leblanc News / Inside The Rink / July 17

ECHL: Olivier LeBlanc Signs With Tahoe Knight Monsters

Defenseman Olivier LeBlanc has signed with the Tahoe Knight Monsters for the 2025-26 season after spending the last two seasons overseas. This signing gives the Knight Monsters some much-needed experience on the blueline.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / July 17

NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Check Goalie Market

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re in the middle of the long, hot summer. However, there’s plenty to discuss when it comes to rosters.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / July 16

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / July 15