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Evander Kane News / Hockey Latest / August 1
Blue Jackets GM Gets Uncomfortable When Asked About Acquiring Evander Kane Prior to His Trade
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell was asked about possibly acquiring Evander Kane prior to his trade to the Canucks, and he got awkward and sidestepped it. Asked if he would re-unite with Evander Kane, the fourth-overall pick he drafted way back in 2009, and Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell shifted uncomfortably in his chair.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / August 1
Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Potential Moves, Brennan & More
Welcome to August. We are one month closer to the start of the 2025-26 regular season. While it is mostly quiet in the way of news, things are never quiet in the general manager’s seat.
Tyler Bird News / Inside The Rink / July 30
ECHL: Tyler Bird Re-Signs with Orlando Solar Bears
The Orlando Solar Bears have re-signed 28-year-old forward and captain, Tyler Bird, for the 2025–26 ECHL season. A consistent presence in Orlando’s lineup since 2019, Bird enters his sixth full campaign with the club, bringing a mix of leadership, grit, and offensive production.
The 'Most goals in a Stanley Cup Playoffs' quiz
How many of the 18 NHL players since the 2000 Stanley Cup Playoffs to score 10 goals in multiple postseason runs can you name in five minutes?
Markus Nutivaara News / House of Hockey / July 29
Longtime NHL Defenseman Comes Out of Retirement After Nearly Four Years to Sign New Contract
The Panthers have dominated the NHL lately, but before this they struggled, former blueliner Markus Nutivaara wore the jersey. Nutivaara is now coming out of retirement.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 27
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.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / July 27
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
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.
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.
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.
Yegor Chinakhov News / Field Level Media / July 17
Blue Jackets F Yegor Chinakhov requests trade
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Yegor Chinakhov has requested a trade from the team, citing conflict with head coach Dean Evason. The Russian player announced his wish in a statement released Thursday on social media by his agent, Shumi Babaev.
NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / July 17
Maple Leafs have perfect player to start Yegor Chinakhov trade talks
With Yegor Chinakhov officially requesting a trade out of Columbus, speculation is heating up around potential landing spots—and the Toronto Maple Leafs may be a perfect match.
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
Grading Blue Jackets’ 2025 NHL Draft class
The 2025 NHL Draft is in the past, and the Columbus Blue Jackets would make six selections. It would be the second draft under general manager Don Waddell for the Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / July 14
Top Columbus Blue Jackets Defining Moments
Hockey and sports in general can be broken down into moments. Some moments are bigger than others and chart the course of a franchise and an entire league.
Pyotr Andreyanov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / July 10
Blue Jackets first-round pick signs five-year deal in Russia
Columbus Blue Jackets goalie prospect Pyotr Andreyanov has signed a five-year deal with CSKA of Russia’s KHL, per Aaron Portzline of The Athletic. The deal will carry Andreyanov through his age-23 season in Russia’s top flight.
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.
NHL News / Yardbarker / July 6
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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