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The Columbus Blue Jackets flirted with earning a Stanley Cup Playoff spot last season, but faded down the stretch and ultimately fell short. And so far in the 2025-26 NHL season, their record leaves plenty to be desired, and head coach Dean Evason wasn’t shy about letting them know about it.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / October 14

Blue Jackets’ Dean Evason vents frustration over brutal Devils loss

The Columbus Blue Jackets just completed their home opener for the 2025-26 campaign. Hopes were high for the Jackets heading into the season, and could still be, but the team dropped its first home game of the year, 3-2, to the New Jersey Devils.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / October 9

Blue Jackets Make Surprising Choice in Goal for Season Opener

The Columbus Blue Jackets take on the Nashville Predators in their season opener. As the Blue Jackets try to take the next step and return to the postseason, the team is going in a different and surprising direction in goal.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / House of Hockey / May 22

Team Canada Head Coach Dean Evason Facing Criticism for Controversial Decision in Final Minutes of Loss

Canada head coach Dean Evason is facing considerable scrutiny for not playing star forward and captain Sidney Crosby in the final minute of their shocking loss to Denmark.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 30

Hockey Canada names coaching staff for 2025 IIHF World Championship

Hockey Canada has named its coaching staff for the 2025 IIHF World Championship, per a Hockey Canada release.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / April 23

Canada names head coach for World Championship

Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason will get to extend his season as the bench boss for Canada at this year’s World Championship, according to Darren Dreger of TSN.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / April 23

Blue Jackets’ Dean Evason to coach Canada at IIHF World Championship

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason will guide Canada at the upcoming IIHF World Championship to be held May 9-25 in Denmark and Sweden, reports TSN’s Darren Dreger.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / April 8

Blue Jackets Gameday Notes: Lineup Changes, Conflict Management & More

The Columbus Blue Jackets are down to their final four regular season home games. They start a stretch of three in a row this week when they host the Ottawa Senators for the first and only time this season Tuesday night.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / April 4

Blue Jackets HC Concerned About Team Defense

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in danger of missing the postseason after holding onto the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference for most of the second half of the season.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Hockey Patrol / January 22

Blue Jackets goalie leaves morning skate in distress ahead of Maple Leafs matchup

The Columbus Blue Jackets might be in a bit of trouble against the Maple Leafs after starter Elvis Merzlikins left practice after suffering an apparent injury.

NHL News / Field Level Media / January 21

Blue Jackets aim to brush off 'slow' effort, visit Maple Leafs

The Columbus Blue Jackets watched a seven-game points streak come to an end on Monday, and their coach wasn't keen on offering up silver linings. Columbus will continue a four-game road trip Wednesday against the rising Toronto Maple Leafs.

Minnesota Wild News / Minnesota Sports Fan / January 17

Current and Former Minnesota Wild Head Coaches Battling for NHL Coach of the Year

Last season, the Minnesota Wild made a change after a rough 5-10-4 start, parting ways with head coach Dean Evason. Evason had been with the team for three full seasons, leading them to the playoffs in each of those years.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / January 2

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Evason, Werenski & More

Welcome to the first Blue Jackets’ News & Rumors of 2025. The team hopes to start the new year off right as they host the Detroit Red Wings and St.

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New York Rangers News / NY Rangers Insider / December 10, 2024

Report: Insider Links New York Rangers To Two Top Defensive Defenseman

The New York Rangers have moved on from former captain Jacob Trouba. Now they will look to shore up their blueline with top defensemen around the league.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / November 29, 2024

Blue Jackets Acknowledge Concern With Their Goals Against

The Columbus Blue Jackets were hoping to win their fourth consecutive game on Wednesday night against the Montreal Canadiens. Although they were able to force overtime, they couldn’t come away with the second point.

NHL News / Habs Fanatics / November 28, 2024

The Overtime Goal Scored By Nick Suzuki Last Night in Columbus Wasn't Valid, Says Dean Evason

To our surprise, it was mentioned that the goal scored by Nick Suzuki in overtime was not valid, last night live from Columbus, according to Dean Evason.

NHL News / Florida Hockey Now / October 15, 2024

Florida Panthers to help honor Gaudreau brothers in Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Blue Jackets play host to the Panthers tonight, but the festive atmosphere will be muted as the team honors the memory of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau before their home opener.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Oilers Daily / October 15, 2024

Columbus Blue Jackets Extend Incredible Offer to Father of Gaudreau Brothers

The NHL and the Columbus Blue Jackets have been incredibly stricken by the loss of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, and Columbus is now taking some heartwarming action for the family.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / September 30, 2024

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Evason, Fantilli, Long Preseasons & More

The Columbus Blue Jackets enter the new week by playing four games in their next five days. The only off day is on Wednesday when it’s a mandated day off from camp.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / September 18, 2024

Blue Jacket’s Hold Pre-Season Press Conference Part 1: Don Waddell and Dean Evason

On Monday, September 18, the Columbus Blue Jackets held a press conference to discuss the upcoming 2024-25 NHL Season. Don Waddell and Dean Evason were the first to speak, followed by Captain Boone Jenner, Alternate Captain Zach Werenski, and Sean Monahan.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / August 16, 2024

Freddy Gaudreau Needs a Come-Back Year, Or Else

This next season seems to be a make-or-break for Freddy Gaudreau. He had a terrible start to the 2023-24 season followed by Dean Evason, a longtime mentor and supporter of Gaudreau, being given the boot after the team fell flat on their face out of the starting gate.

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