Columbus Blue Jackets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

2025 NHL Draft Targets: Defense

If Don Waddell ends up walking to the podium for either pick #14 or #20, he should pick the best available player. With that said, it’s certainly possible the “best available” list could be a bit biased towards a big need, defensemen.

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Blue Jackets trade Cameron Butler to Wild for Brendan Gaunce

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced Thursday that the club has acquired center Brendan Gaunce from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for right winger Cameron Butler.

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 26

Blue Jackets reunite with veteran center in trade with Wild

The Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired center Brendan Gaunce from the Minnesota Wild in exchange for right winger Cameron Butler, the team announced Thursday.

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Daniil Tarasov News / NHL Trade Talk / June 26

Panthers Likely Lose UFA After Trade for Blue Jackets’ Daniil Tarasov

The defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers have acquired goaltender Daniil Tarasov from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for a fifth-round pick (160th overall) in the 2025 NHL Draft.

Daniil Tarasov News / Daily Faceoff / June 26

Report: Panthers acquire Daniil Tarasov from Blue Jackets for 2025 pick

Now that the party is (mostly) over, it’s back to work in South Florida. According to multiple reports, the Florida Panthers have acquired goaltender Daniil Tarasov from the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 25

3 players Blue Jackets must trade in 2025 NHL offseason

The Columbus Blue Jackets missed the playoffs for a fifth straight season. The Jackets are expected to be aggressive this offseason. They could trade off one of their first-round draft picks in the 2025 NHL draft, or could go a different direction.

NHL News / 1st Ohio Battery / June 25

2025 NHL Draft Primer: Everything To Know Ahead Of This Weekend's Draft

Big things are about to go down across the NHL. The 2025 NHL Draft is set to get started this weekend, an opportunity for many teams to pick up future building blocks and cornerstones.

Ivan Provorov News / Daily Faceoff / June 24

It’s surprising to see that Columbus hasn’t locked up Ivan Provorov yet

With just one week before NHL Free Agency opens, a few notable names have yet to sign extensions with their respective teams. In Central Ohio, the Columbus Blue Jackets have yet to make a deal with defenseman Ivan Provorov.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / June 24

Blue Jackets' Nationwide Arena seeking $400M overhaul

The owner of Nationwide Arena, home to the NHL's Columbus Blue Jackets, is seeking $400 million in upgrades. In addition to repairs and renovations to the roof and HVAC system, the improvements sought by the Franklin County Convention Facilities Authority include a new entrance, team store, concessions, bar and rooftop terrace.

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NHL News / The Cannon / June 24

Waddell’s Wishlist: Nikolaj Ehlers is the free agency consolation prize

Leading up to the 2025 NHL Draft on June 27-28, we will explore both trade targets and free agent targets that Don Waddell may want to explore in his quest to improve the Blue Jackets for next season.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / June 23

NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Hope to Sign D-Men

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re closing in on the start of the NHL Draft and free agency. However, the rumours have been going non-stop.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Cannon / June 23

Waddell’s Wishlist: The case for and to Mitch Marner

Leading up to the 2025 NHL Draft on June 27-28, we will explore both trade targets and free agent targets that Don Waddell may want to explore in his quest to improve the Blue Jackets for next season.

Elvis Merzlikins News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 22

3 best trade destinations for Blue Jackets’ Elvis Merzlikins

After missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs once again, it’s time for the Columbus Blue Jackets to make a move involving a player who has previously requested a trade out of town: goaltender Elvis Merzlikins.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / June 21

Blue Jackets rumors: Columbus begins contract talks with key free agent defenseman

The NHL offseason is upon us, and with free agency right around the corner, teams are beginning to develop their plans for the next few months. As for the Columbus Blue Jackets, it looks like they will be making an effort to keep one of their key free agents in town, as they have reportedly begun contract negotiations with defenseman Dante Fabbro.

Dante Fabbro News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 16

Dante Fabbro, Blue Jackets discussing long-term extension

The Blue Jackets have progressed in extension talks with pending unrestricted free agent defenseman Dante Fabbro, Andy Strickland of FanDuel Sports Network reports Monday.

Sean Monahan News / Yardbarker / June 5

Blue Jackets' Sean Monahan receives unexpected visit after winning Masterton Trophy

After winning the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan received an unexpected visit.

Brock Nelson signs extension with Colorado Avalanche

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Bill Masterton News / Breakaway on SI / June 5

Blue Jackets Forward Wins Masterton Trophy

After the unspeakable tragedy of Johnny Gaudreau's death in late August, the Columbus Blue Jackets played with a great deal of emotion throughout the 2024-25 season.

Pavel Cajan News / Inside The Rink / June 2

ECHL: Pavel Cajan Heads Overseas

After spending the past three seasons in North America, Cincinnati Cyclones goaltender Pavel Cajan is heading overseas to Czechia to join HC Litvinov. During the 2024-25 season, he went 13-10-5 with a 2.42 GAA, .902SV%, and one shutout in 28 games with the Cyclones.

NHL News / Yardbarker / May 25