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Blue Jackets, playoff hopes ended, finish vs. Islanders

The Columbus Blue Jackets were hoping to play for a postseason berth on Thursday, but their regular-season finale against the visiting New York Islanders will be another farewell.

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Blue Jackets Playoff Hopes Ended

The Columbus Blue Jackets hung around the Wild Card race in the Eastern Conference until the very end of the season. With the Montreal Canadiens defeating the Carolina Hurricanes, their playoff pursuits ended, and they have been mathematically eliminated from the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Adam Fantilli News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 16

Blue Jackets’ Adam Fantilli explains emotional meaning behind goal vs. Flyers

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Adam Fantilli scored his 30th goal of the 2024-25 season against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night — and the moment was bigger than hockey for the 20-year-old.

Jet Greaves News / Inside The Rink / April 16

Opinion: Why Jet Greaves Is the Real Future in Goal for the Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets have undoubtedly had a solid season, considering everything they have endured. As of this writing (Tuesday night, April 15), the Blue Jackets are 38-33-9 for 85 points.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / April 16

Pius Suter may have priced himself out of Vancouver

Aaron Portzline of The Athletic: Undrafted Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Jet Greaves is on a one-way deal next season. He’s played well in the AHL and when called up to the NHL on an emergency basis.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 16

3 Takeaways From the Blue Jackets’ 3-0 Shutout Win Over the Flyers

Hope is still alive in Columbus with Tuesday night’s 3-0 shutout win over the Philadelphia Flyers. It is now five straight wins for the Blue Jackets, and now all eyes shift to Wednesday night’s Montreal Canadiens vs.

Dante Fabbro News / 1st Ohio Battery / April 16

Jet Fueling Jackets, Fabbro Nets Game-Winner, Superstars In The Making

You can feel the momentum. Jet Greaves was sensational, making 29 saves for his second career shutout, and the Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 on Tuesday at Wells Fargo Center.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / April 16

Rookie Goalie Keeping Blue Jackets' Playoff Hopes Alive

The 2024-25 NHL season has been a roller coaster ride for the Columbus Blue Jackets, but through 81 games played, their playoff hopes are still alive. The Blue Jackets are already far exceeding expectations by being in the playoff hunt, but they have a growing chance of doing something special.

NHL News / The Hockey Writers / April 15

Blue Jackets Excel in All Phases to Defeat Flyers

Once again, the Columbus Blue Jackets faced elimination. Once again, they staved off elimination. On Tuesday night against the Philadelphia Flyers, it was a textbook performance in all facets of the game that kept the Blue Jackets’ season alive.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 15

Blue Jackets keep playoffs in view, win fifth straight vs. Flyers

Jet Greaves made 29 saves as the visiting Columbus Blue Jackets kept their playoff hopes alive with a 3-0 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday.

NHL News / Yardbarker / April 16

NHL playoff watch: Western Conference field set; Big drama in East

Tuesday was a huge day for the NHL's playoff race, providing clarity for the Western Conference and setting the stage for chaos in the Eastern Conference.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / April 15

Blue Jackets In Must-Win Situation to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive

The Columbus Blue Jackets have kept themselves alive in the playoff race deep into the season, with nearly everything on the line in their next contest.

Jet Greaves News / 1st Ohio Battery / April 15

Game Day #81: Greaves Starts As Blue Jackets Face Flyers With Playoff Spot Still In Play

@ PHILADELPHIA FLYERS TUESDAY, APRIL 15 7:00 P.M. WELLS FARGO CENTER PHILADELPHIA, PA FLYERS: 33-37-10 (76 pts; .475%) Last Ten: 5-3-2 Division: 8th of 8 Conference: 15th of 16 NHL: t-27th of 32 ROSTER SCHEDULE Another day, another chance for the Columbus Blue Jackets.

NHL News / Field Level Media / April 14

Blue Jackets visit Flyers with slim playoff hopes still alive

The Columbus Blue Jackets have won four in a row to keep alive their flickering postseason aspirations. The Blue Jackets (38-33-9, 85 points) will bid to continue their ascent on Tuesday when they visit the Philadelphia Flyers (33-37-10, 76 points).

Cayden Lindstrom News / The Hockey Writers / April 14

Blue Jackets’ Cayden Lindstrom Progressing, Still Ways Off From Playing

The Columbus Blue Jackets have been patient with Cayden Lindstrom ever since they drafted him fourth overall at the 2024 NHL Draft. This past week, he was spotted skating with his junior team in Medicine Hat.

Dmitri Voronkov News / Blade of Steel / April 12

Dmitri Voronkov Plays After Game Misconduct, then Columbus Gets Hit With Illegal Player Penalty

The Columbus Blue Jackets dominated Washington on Saturday, but after a player was ejected from the game, he somehow found his way back onto the ice. On

Elvis Merzlikins News / Daily Faceoff / April 11

Blue Jackets’ Elvis Merzlikins, Jake Christiansen unavailable Saturday vs. Capitals

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 / House of Hockey / April 11

Sean Monahan Comments on the Mental Health Issues He's Faced Following Best Friend Johnny Gaudreau's Passing

This has been a tough year for everyone in the NHL after Johnny Gaudreau's passing, and now Sean Monahan has opened up about the loss of his best friend.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / April 9

How James van Riemsdyk drew on past experience to become exactly what the Blue Jackets needed

It’s fitting that, after a summer unlike anything James van Riemsdyk has experienced in his career, the final months of this regular season have given him a much more familiar experience.

Ivan Provorov News / NHL on ClutchPoints / April 7

Ivan Provorov gets real on ‘weakest spot’ of Blue Jackets’ season

The Columbus Blue Jackets have seen their playoff hopes fall in recent weeks. At one point, the Blue Jackets were in a fantastic position to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs.

Guillaume Richard News / Daily Faceoff / March 31

Blue Jackets sign Guillaume Richard to entry-level contract

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Monday that the club has signed defenseman Guillaume Richard to a two-year, entry-level contract to begin in the upcoming season.

Cayden Lindstrom News / Pro Hockey Rumors / March 29

Report reveals where Blue Jackets prospect may play next season

Things haven’t gone as planned for Blue Jackets prospect Cayden Lindstrom this season. Felled by a back injury dating back to before the draft last year, he has yet to suit up in 2024-25 and isn’t expected to.

Sean Monahan News / Yardbarker / March 26

What Sean Monahan's return could mean for Blue Jackets

On injured reserve starting Jan. 7, Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan has returned to the lineup — a significant boost for a team in wild-card contention. In his first game back, a 4-3 win Monday over the New York Islanders, Monahan had two assists.

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