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Although the Columbus Blue Jackets currently occupy the top wildcard berth in the Eastern Conference — and have been surging as of late — general manager Don Waddell has a couple of tough decisions to make ahead of Friday’s NHL trade deadline. Maybe the most difficult will be regarding the future of pending UFA Ivan […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are one of the best stories in all of sports this season. They have responded to the death of Johnny Gaudreau by having their best season in years, holding down a playoff spot heading into the NHL trade deadline. Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell says he will not trade defenseman […]

It is a battle of Eastern Conference playoff hopefuls as the Columbus Blue Jackets visit the Florida Panthers. It’s time to continue our NHL odds series with a Blue Jackets-Panthers prediction and pick. The Blue Jackets come into the game at 30-23-8 on the year, which is good for fourth in the Metropolitan Division. Currently, […]

Although Mathieu Olivier was considered a trade candidate entering the 2024-25 season, in the midst of one of his best NHL campaigns, he’s officially off the market. The Columbus Blue Jackets signed the bruising forward to a six-year, $18 million contract extension ($3 million AAV) on Wednesday, general manager Don Waddell announced. “Mathieu Olivier has […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets have a big decision to make on if they want to move Ivan Provorov, who is a pending unrestricted free agent. With the idea that Provorov could leave after the season, the Blue Jackets are trying to find suitors for him, but the latest update sounds like there may be a […]

The widow of the late NHL player Johnny Gaudreau is sending a thank you message to the Columbus Blue Jackets. Blue Jackets players honored Gaudreau ahead of the team’s Stadium Series game against the Detroit Red Wings. Meredith Gaudreau was grateful to the team for paying homage to her late husband. “Thank you from the […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets honored the late NHL player Johnny Gaudreau ahead of its Stadium Series game on Saturday. Columbus players arrived to the game in outfits inspired by Gaudreau. Those included sweatpants and hoodies. The @BlueJacketsNHL arrived to the #StadiumSeries in outfits inspired by Johnny Gaudreau. ❤️ Don't miss the 2025 @NavyFederal NHL #StadiumSeries […]

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. “Sometimes, as much as you like to get those assets, this is a different year as I’d […]

Although Columbus Blue Jackets forward Mathieu Olivier was considered a trade candidate heading into the 2024-25 NHL season, that no longer seems to be the case, TSN’s Darren Dreger reported on Friday. “Ongoing extension discussions between [the Blue Jackets] and Mathieu Olivier,” the hockey insider wrote on X. “Progress has been made. Virtually no chance […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are having a dream season after a nightmare offseason. Star winger Johnny Gaudreau was killed in September while riding his bike with his brother, Matthew. The team came together to honor their teammate, which carried into the season, where they crushed all expectations. The Blue Jackets have distinct dream and nightmare […]

Two playoff hopefuls face off as the Detroit Red Wings host the Columbus Blue Jackets. It’s time to continue our NHL odds series with a Blue Jackets-Red Wings prediction and pick. The Blue Jackets come into the game 28-22-8 this year. That places them in fourth in the Metropolitan Division, and currently in a wild […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets continue to battle for their playoff lives in the Eastern Conference — and that has made a potential decision on the future of pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Ivan Provorov even more difficult. While the Russian was considered a top trade chip coming into the 2024-25 season, that’s no longer the […]

The Edmonton Oilers signed Jeff Skinner in NHL Free Agency over the summer. The Oilers had a top-heavy offensive attack in the 2024 Stanley Cup Playoffs, and they sought to change that. The Buffalo Sabres bought out Skinner’s contract after a less-than-ideal 2023-24 campaign. However, he wasn’t too far removed from a 35-goal, 82-point performance. […]

The Buffalo Sabres are likely to sell at the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. Buffalo entered the season hoping to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs after coming so close two seasons ago. However, this is unlikely to happen in 2025. In fact, the Sabres sit last in the Eastern Conference coming out of the 4 Nations […]

The National Hockey League stretch run is about to begin after the conclusion of a thrilling 4 Nations Face-Off — and the playoff-hopeful Columbus Blue Jackets are getting healthy at the perfect time. Both Boone Jenner and Kirill Marchenko were activated off injured reserve and will play against the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday night, the […]

Oliver Bjorkstrand and the Seattle Kraken are not exactly out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as we speak. Seattle enters the 4 Nations break with a record of 24-29-4. This has them on 52 points, which is the fourth-worst point total in the Western Conference. However, they are seven points clear of the third-worst team […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are the best story of the 2024-25 NHL season. They are competing for a spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs after superstar forward Johnny Gaudreau passed away in the offseason. They’ve had great performances from forwards like Sean Monahan but injuries have the Blue Jackets looking for reinforcements at the NHL […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are one of the best stories in sports this year. After the tragic passing of their best player, Johnny Gaudreau, they are fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. But the recent injuries to Kirill Marchenko and Sean Monahan have their offense limping. TSN’s Pierre Lebrun reported that the […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are fighting for a playoff spot as they host the Utah Hockey Club. It is time to continue our NHL odds series with a Utah Hockey Club-Blue Jackets prediction and pick. The Utah Hockey Club comes into the game at 22-22-9, sitting in fifth in the Central Division. Last time out, […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been the feel-good story of the 2024-25 NHL season. After the tragic passing of winger Johnny Gaudreau, expectations were low. But their offense got off to a torrid start and they’re angling for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. Injuries have been brutal for the Blue Jackets this season, with Sean […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are the story of the NHL season. After the passing of star winger Johnny Gaudreau in the offseason, expectations were at an all-time low. But under new coach Dean Evason, they are fighting for a playoff spot in a tight Eastern Conference. Up in Vancouver, the Canucks are dealing with locker-room […]

It may be hockey’s worst-kept secret at this point that the Vancouver Canucks are going through some things on and off the ice. The Canucks are listening to trade offers on Elias Pettersson and J.T. Miller ahead of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. And a reported rift between Pettersson and Miller was recently confirmed to […]

The Utah Hockey Club looks to break their losing streak as they face the Columbus Blue Jackets. It is time to continue our NHL odds series with a Utah Hockey Club-Wild prediction and pick. The Blue Jackets come into the game at 24-19-7 on the year, good for fourth in the Metropolitan Division, and just […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Vegas Golden Knights have a closer history than you may think, given the direction of both teams over the past five seasons. Vegas has much more success, but Columbus has proven to be a difficult matchup since 2018. Each team has won five games over the past ten. The Blue Jackets […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are among the best stories in the National Hockey League. After the tragic passing of winger Johnny Gaudreau, they have surprised everyone with a torrid first half. Their 55 points through 50 games are enough to be in the Eastern Conference playoff race. But center Sean Monahan is out with a […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are vying for an unexpected playoff spot in the Eastern Conference. After the tragic death of Johnny Gaudreau in the offseason, the team has galvanized the fanbase with a great first half. What many thought was a sure-fire seller at the NHL trade deadline now is in question. Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman […]

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen has won each of his first two starts since returning from a knee injury — and Thursday night’s 7-4 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets is one he won’t soon forget. Andersen recorded his 300th National Hockey League win in his 501st start, in the process becoming the second-fastest goaltender […]

Adam Fantilli was the catalyst of the Columbus Blue Jackets’ seventh win in their last 10 games on Wednesday night, recording his first career hat trick in a 5-1 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs at Scotiabank Arena. It came at just the perfect time for the 20-year-old, who told NHL.com’s Dave McCarthy that he […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are one of the great stories of the 2024-25 National Hockey League campaign, currently right in the thick of the playoff hunt despite most preseason predictions having the club at the bottom of the Eastern Conference. As the surge in Ohio continues — the Jackets are 7-2-1 in their last 10 […]

The Carolina Hurricanes look to continue their winning ways as they face the Columbus Blue Jackets. It is time to continue our NHL odds series with a Blue Jackets-Hurricanes prediction and pick. The Blue Jackets head into Wednesday night sitting at 22-18-7 on the year, placing them fourth in the Metropolitan Division. They are heading […]

Two Eastern Conference playoff hopefuls face off as the Columbus Blue Jackets face the Toronto Maple Leafs. It is time to continue our NHL odds series with a Blue Jackets-Maple Leafs prediction and pick. The Blue Jackets come into the game at 22-18-7 on the year, which places them in fourth in the Metropolitan Division, […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are a surprising playoff contender this season. After the tragic passing of Johnny Gaudreau, expectations were in the basement. But Gaudreau’s former Flames teammate Sean Monahan has come in and revitalized their forward core. With the playoffs in sight, the Blue Jackets must buy at the upcoming NHL trade deadline. Mikael […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets look to extend their winning streak as they face the San Jose Sharks. It is time to continue our NHL odds series with a Sharks-Blue Jackets prediction and pick. The Sharks come into the game at 14-26-6 on the year, which puts them in last place in the Pacific Division. This […]

The Philadelphia Flyers are on the road to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets Tuesday night. This game will continue our NHL odds series as we hand out a Flyers-Blue Jackets prediction and pick. We will also let you know how to watch the game. Here are the Flyers-Blue Jackets NHL odds, courtesy of FanDuel.  […]

The St. Louis Blues made a big trade with the Anaheim Ducks last month. The Blues traded for veteran defenseman Cam Fowler to improve the left side of their defense. Fowler’s deal was certainly not the final move St. Louis had up their sleeves. And according to recent reports, Brandon Saad may be involved in […]

The Nashville Predators are one of the worst teams in the NHL this season. Nashville spent big in NHL Free Agency after making the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season. Unfortunately, things have not gone to plan for this team. The Predators are likely to make some trades ahead of the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. And […]

The Vancouver Canucks are in a playoff spot halfway through the season but the focus isn’t on the standings. There is a reported rift between JT Miller and Elias Pettersson and Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman reported they may trade both. While Pettersson will bring the bigger return, Miller could be an interesting piece at the trade […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets are exceeding expectations at the halfway point of the NHL season. They enter Thursday’s action with 42 points in 41 games and sit in the final Eastern Conference playoff spot. A big reason why is Sean Monahan, who has 41 points in his first season with the team. But the Blue […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets have quietly hung around in the Eastern Conference playoff race and are in the second wild-card spot at this writing. It’s a position that the Seattle Kraken had hoped to be in the Western Conference this season, but they have been struggling lately and are now seventh in the Pacific Division. […]