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On YouTubeColumbus Blue Jackets News / The Cannon / June 1
2024-25 Player Review: JVR was an unexpected VIP for the CBJ 
In early fall, Don Waddell found himself in desperate need of a forward. There was not only the tragic passing of Johnny Gaudreau, but also the trade of Patrik Laine a week before, and news that Justin Danforth’s recovery from off-season wrist surgery would keep him out for the duration of preseason, and possibly the start of the regular season.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 29
Reflecting on Don Waddell’s First Year as Blue Jackets GM
General manager Don Waddell’s first season as general manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets is in the books. From a coaching hire, his first draft selections, trade deadline moves, and overall team performance, here’s a look at his first 12 months in the front office.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 29
Columbus Blue Jackets Mock Draft 3.0: Two Late-Round Targets
In my third Columbus Blue Jackets Mock Draft for The Hockey Writers, we’ll take a look at two later-round prospects who could fit well with the team. With picks at 205th and 218th overall in the seventh round, the Blue Jackets have a chance to grab some underrated talent and make a splash.
The 'Multiple 50-goal seasons in NHL history' quiz
In the history of the NHL, a total of 46 players have scored 50 goals in a season more than once. How many of the 46 can you name in six minutes?
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 23
Blue Jackets shopping 1st round picks ahead of NHL Draft
The Columbus Blue Jackets were one of the big surprises of the 2024-25 NHL campaign, shattering preseason expectations by hanging around the Eastern Conference playoff picture for most of the year.
Don Waddell open to trading his first two picks: Kent Hughes should follow suit
In recent drafts, Canadiens fans were eager to see which player would be selected by Montreal. This year, the situation is a little different. The Canadiens have the 16th and 17th picks in the 2025 auction, and many fans want to see Hughes trade them to improve the team right away.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / May 22
Blue Jackets Willing to Trade First Round Picks
The Columbus Blue Jackets put together a surprising 2024-25 season, nearly making the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After being one of the worst teams in the NHL over the last half decade and tragically losing one of their best players, the Blue Jackets put the league on notice and might soon be vying for the Stanley Cup.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 22
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell Talks 2025 NHL Combine & Offseason Updates
The Columbus Blue Jackets are in full offseason mode. For GM Don Waddell, it means early mornings and some potentially late nights. Given what all the
Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / May 16
Blue Jackets 2025 NHL Draft Target: Radim Mrtka
Continuing our Columbus Blue Jackets 2025 NHL Draft coverage here at THW, I’m now shifting into looking at some targets general manager Don Waddell could be considering in the first round.
NHL News / Daily Faceoff / April 21
The Sheet Blog: NHL coaching’s near-impossible feat
As the coaching carousel got wound up this weekend with the firings of Peter Laviolette in New York along with Anaheim Ducks bench boss Greg Cronin, I
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / March 26
Blue Jackets sign Caleb MacDonald to entry-level contract
On Wednesday, Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell announced the team has signed defenseman Caleb MacDonald to a two-year, entry-level contract.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / March 25
Blue Jackets sign Jack Williams to two-year, entry-level deal
The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Tuesday they had signed forward Jack Williams to a two-year, entry-level deal that kicks in this season. General Manager Don Waddell says the center is expected to join the team this week.
NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 7
Blue Jackets shore up forward depth in trade with Sharks
Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell made it clear he would be looking to add, not subtract ahead of the NHL trade deadline — and he stayed true to his word with less than an hour to go.
NHL News / NHL Rumors / March 6
Vegas Golden Knights GM weighs in on approach ahead of trade deadline
Tom Gulitti: The Washington Capitals have placed forward Jakub Vrana on waivers as they look to create more salary cap flexibility heading into Friday’s trade deadline and for the rest of the season.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 3
Blue Jackets GM shares major update on extension for Mathieu Olivier
The Blue Jackets are hoping to have an extension finalized with pending UFA winger Mathieu Olivier “in the next 24 hours or so,” general manager Don Waddell told Aaron Portzline of The Athletic.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / March 1
Don Waddell’s trade deadline comments will fire up Blue Jackets fans
The Columbus Blue Jackets are expected to keep most of their players together, as the NHL trade deadline approaches this season. Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell wants to give his team more time to gel and win.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / February 28
Blue Jackets center to miss time with upper-body injury
The Blue Jackets will be without him for this weekend’s Stadium Series and at least a few games afterward.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 27
Blue Jackets star prospect ruled out for rookie camp
He is recovering from a disc herniation that cost him much of his draft year.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Yardbarker / July 15
Blue Jackets GM optimistic a Patrik Laine trade can still get done
With most of the NHL’s top free agents having already signed new deals, teams have turned to the trade market to try and fill their need for an impact scorer.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 20
Blue Jackets not expected to move veteran goaltender
GM Don Waddell may still have other moves up his sleeve in the coming days, but moving on from goaltender Elvis Merzļikins won’t be one of them.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / June 20
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell: ‘We’re open’ to trading No. 4 draft pick
The new boss in Ohio is prepared to be aggressive heading into the NHL Draft. During his pre-draft media availability on Thursday, Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations and general manager Don Waddell admitted that he would be willing to hear offers for their fourth-overall pick.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / May 29, 2024
Why Don Waddell believes there’s no excuse for failure with Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets have their new front-office leader. Former Carolina Hurricanes general manager Don Waddell is officially the new general manager in Columbus.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / May 29, 2024
New Blue Jackets GM and President Don Waddell speaks at press conference
On Wednesday, May 29, Don Waddell met with the media to discuss his new position as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 28, 2024
Blue Jackets name Don Waddell president of hockey ops, GM and alternate governor
The Columbus Blue Jackets officially announced that Don Waddell has agreed to a multi-year contract and will serve as the President of Hockey Operations, General Manager and Alternate Governor.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Oilersnation / May 25, 2024
Don Waddell expected to join Blue Jackets in management role
It’s been a day since Carolina Hurricanes president and general manager Don Waddell resigned from his position, and he’s already expected to step into the shoes of another top job with the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 25, 2024
Report: Blue Jackets expected to name Don Waddell to management role
After becoming a “free agent” barely 24 hours ago, one of the game’s longtime figures might have already found a new home. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Columbus Blue Jackets are projected to reveal Don Waddell as the man taking over the top hockey operations job with the organization.
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