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Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason announced that goaltender Elvis Merzlikins and defenseman Jake Christiansen will not be available for Saturday’s game against the Washington Capitals.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / April 10

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Merzlikins, Monahan, Monsters & More

We are down to the final five games of the regular season for the Columbus Blue Jackets. As of this writing, Thursday afternoon, they are mathematically alive for a playoff spot.

NHL News / Forever Blueshirts / March 15

New York Rangers Daily: Put-up or shut-up time; Blue Jackets lose Elvis Merzlikins for personal reasons

It’s put-up or shut-up time for the New York Rangers. They’re tied with the Columbus Blue Jackets in points for the second wild card in the Eastern Conference and the teams plays Saturday at Nationwide Arena.

Jonathan Toews News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NHL 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?

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / March 14

Blue Jackets’ Merzlikins unavailable due to ‘personal reasons’

The Columbus Blue Jackets are making temporary changes in the crease. On Friday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reported that the Blue Jackets had recalled

NHL News / 1st Ohio Battery / March 5

Sights And Sounds: A Look Back At The Classic In The Shoe

You'll remember where you were on Mar. 1, 2025. In the thriller that was the 2025 Stadium Series at The Shoe featuring the Columbus Blue Jackets beating the Detroit Red Wings in a 5-3 classic, the most-watched stadium series event since 2019.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / January 28

Blue Jackets’ Elvis Merzlikins Growing as Leader in Locker Room

The Columbus Blue Jackets remain in the thick of the playoff race in the Eastern Conference as the calendar is about ready to flip to February. Several individual performances are worth noting as to why the team is in the hunt.

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.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / January 9

Elvis Merzlikins needs to hit another level for the Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets continue to be one of the best stories of the season, as they currently hold down the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference with an 18-17-6 record after everyone had low expectations for the team in the wake of the tragic death of teammate Johnny Gaudreau.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Dose.ca / December 31

Elvis Merzlikins paid the tribute to the Latvians after the victory against Canada.

At every Junior World Championship, there are always surprises. The biggest surprise so far is Latvia’s victory over Canada in the first preliminary round match.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / December 20

Blue Jackets Forward Rounding Out Game

Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins stole the show in a recent victory, making multiple highlight-reel saves. It was the latest individual effort

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Larry Brown Sports / November 29

Watch: Blue Jackets goalie Elvis Merzlikins throws punches during fight

Friday’s Columbus Blue Jackets-Calgary Flames game featured lots of craziness, including a goalie getting into a fight.

Jackets top Flames in first meeting since Gaudreau brothers tragedy

Every Vezina Trophy winner since the 1981-82 NHL season

The 'NHL career points leaders' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / October 30

Elvis Merzlikins, Blue Jackets shut out struggling Islanders

Elvis Merzlikins made 28 saves for the Columbus Blue Jackets in a 2-0 win against the visiting New York Islanders on Wednesday night. Merzlikins earned the opportunity to start consecutive games for the first time this season after making 31 stops in a 6-1 win against the Edmonton Oilers on Monday.

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.

The best performances by rookies in the NHL playoffs

The 'Columbus Blue Jackets first rounders' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 29, 2024

Best Elvis Merzlikins trade destinations if Blue Jackets move on ahead of deadline

At the NHL Trade Deadline, there is a lot of speculation and rumor around who could move where. It’s uncommon for fans to receive official confirmation that a player wants out.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / January 21, 2024

Elvis Merzlikins in the Spotlight as the Drama Continues

About a week ago, I wrote an article talking about some recent interviews involving goaltender Elvis Merzlikins, stating that he and the Columbus Blue Jackets have agreed to “find a new scenario.” These statements came after the netminder had either been a healthy scratch or confined to the bench for six games in a row.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / January 17, 2024

No Interest in the NHL for Elvis Merzlikins, Per Report

Pierre LeBrun noted on Tuesday’s Insider Trading report that there are literally no takers for Columbus Blue Jackets’ goalie Elvis Merzlikins right now.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 17, 2024

Devils Acquiring Elvis Merzlikins Would Come With Risks

Despite Nico Daws‘ recent strong play, the New Jersey Devils still need to look for another goalie to pair with him. There are a number of names out there, and they all come with a different price and risk.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / January 16, 2024

Oilers Should Avoid Elvis Merzlikins Trade With Blue Jackets

The Edmonton Oilers came into their 2023-24 campaign with high hopes and a goal of winning the Stanley Cup. That goal was magnified when both Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl mentioned that this season could be a “Cup or bust” campaign for them.

NHL News / New Jersey Hockey Now / January 16, 2024

Does an Elvis Merzlikins Trade Make Sense for the Devils?

The writing was on the wall for Elvis Merzlikins and the Columbus Blue Jackets. On Monday, following a 4-3 shootout victory in which Merzlikins earned the win, the Latvian goaltender clarified he has asked to be traded.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / January 15, 2024

Blue Jackets goaltender requests trade

Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzļikins told the media after Monday’s game that he has requested a trade away from the team.

Every Vezina Trophy winner since the 1981-82 NHL season

The 'Stanley Cup winning Chicago Blackhawks' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / January 12, 2024

Elvis Merzlikins breaks silence on lack of playing time with Blue Jackets

Columbus Blue Jackets starting goaltender Elvis Merzlikins hasn’t played a hockey game in two weeks, and his lack of ice time is the biggest question surrounding the lowly club approaching the middle of January.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 14, 2023

Blue Jackets activate veteran goaltender

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced that netminder Elvis Merzļikins has been activated off of injured reserve.

Blue Jackets’ Erik Gudbranson suspended one game for altercation with Panthers’ Nick Cousins

The best possible fictional hockey team

The '1961-64 Toronto Maple Leafs' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 6, 2023

Blue Jackets place veteran on IR amid flurry of roster moves

The Blue Jackets have made a series of roster moves ahead of Thursday's game against the Islanders.

Sabres acquire veteran winger from Blue Jackets

December Calder Trophy watch: Who’s keeping up with Connor Bedard?

The best possible fictional hockey team

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / December 4, 2023

Oilers Players Said to be In Favor Of Adding Merzlikins

Bob Stauffer and Daily Faceoff’s Frank Seravalli spoke about the goaltending situation in Edmonton on Stauffer’s Oilers Now show. Specifically speaking about the prospect of adding Elvis Merzlikins in a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Stauffer dropped an interesting nugget, saying the players would be in favor of bringing the netminder in.

NHL News / NHL Trade Talk / November 29, 2023

Oilers Scout Canadiens v. Blue Jackets: Merzlikins & Montembeault

Recent reports from Eric Engels of Sportsnet and Mark Spector highlight the active scouting presence of the Edmonton Oilers at the Montreal Canadiens vs.