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Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / December 19

Game Day #33: Merzlikins In Net And Malatesta Set For Season Debut When Blue Jackets Face Devils On Thursday Night

 @  NEW JERSEY DEVILS  THURSDAY, DEC. 19 7:00 P.M. NATIONWIDE ARENA  COLUMBUS, OH DEVILS:  21-10-3 (45 pts; .662%) Division: 1st of 8 Conference: 1st of 16 NHL: 2nd of 32 ROSTER // SCHEDULE The Columbus Blue Jackets will try to end a five-game losing streak Thursday night when they face the New Jersey Devils at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / December 18
Blue Jackets recall forward prospect James Malatesta

Blue Jackets recall forward prospect James Malatesta

The Blue Jackets have called up forward prospect James Malatesta for the first time this season, according to a team announcement. It’s unclear if he’ll play in tomorrow’s game against the Devils, or if he’ll be an extra forward while Justin Danforth remains out with a lower-body injury.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Cannon / September 11

CBJ 2024 Top 25 Under 25: James Malatesta packs a punch

Between now and the start of camp we will finish our Top 25 Under 25 countdown. Thanks to the 74 readers who submitted ballots in this year’s ranking of Columbus Blue Jackets players and prospects under the age of 25.

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The 'NHL Conn Smythe Trophy winners' quiz

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 / The Hockey Writers / June 14
2023-24 Cleveland Monsters Defined By Pain, Pride & Promise

2023-24 Cleveland Monsters Defined By Pain, Pride & Promise

The Cleveland Monsters had the Hershey Bears right where they wanted them on Wednesday night. After James Malatesta tied Game 7 late in the third period, nervousness was felt all over Giant Center.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / April 15, 2024

James Malatesta Shows He Has An NHL Future In Extended Columbus Blue Jackets Tryout

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect James Malatesta continued his impressive upward trajectory by scoring his first NHL goal in Saturday night's 6-4 loss to the Nashville Predators.  Malatesta, 20, was picked in the fifth round in 2021.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / April 13, 2024

Blue Jackets Lose 6-4 Despite James Malatesta's First NHL Goal

The Blue Jackets scored first but allowed four-straight goals in their 6-4 loss to the Nashville Predators at Bridgestone Arena on Saturday in Nashville.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / April 4, 2024

Blue Jackets Call-Up James Malatesta Making Most Of NHL Opportunity

Even though he hasn't scored a point yet, Blue Jackets rookie forward James Malatesta has made his mark in the four NHL games he's played since making

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / March 27, 2024

James Malatesta Leads Game With Eight Hits, Has Fight In NHL Debut Tuesday Night

Another debut is in the books. James Malatesta made his NHL Debut in the Columbus Blue Jackets' 6-2 loss to the Arizona Coyotes on Tuesday night in Tempe.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 23, 2024
Blue Jackets assign top defensive prospect to AHL

Blue Jackets assign top defensive prospect to AHL

In the minors, the 20-year-old has been much more productive, collecting seven goals and ten assists in 24 games.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / December 9, 2023

Blue Jackets Prospect Update: James Malatesta and William Whitelaw Are Heating Up, Jordan Dumais Leads the QMJHL In Scoring, and More

The Blue Jackets are now 9-15-5 after a 5-2 win over the St. Louis Blues. However, things are more promising elsewhere.  Here's another update on the Blue Jackets' prospects: Gavin Brindley, F, Univ.

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