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Blue Jackets’ X-factor in 2025-26, and it’s not Zach Werenski

The Columbus Blue Jackets have high hopes for the 2025-26 campaign. This is coming off a surprising 2024-25 season, which was led by defenseman Zach Werenski.

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Young Blue Jackets Goalie Primed to Take Starting Job

The Columbus Blue Jackets shocked many in the hockey world last year by fighting for a playoff spot deep into the season. Finishing with a 40-33-9 record, the Blue Jackets missed the playoffs by just two points.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / September 22

Big Boss, Bel Belluz Have Big Nights, Fedotov Looks Sharp In 4-1 Exhibition Win Over Blues

0 1 0 1 0 2 2 4 CBJ GOALS: Gaunce (P2, 2:41) Del Bel Belluz (P2, 15:42) Voronkov (P3, 17:41) Olivier (EN) (P3, 19:37) Dmitri Voronkov and Luca Del Bel Belluz combined for five points as the Columbus Blue Jackets kicked off their preseason with a 4-1 win over the St.

NHL News / The Cannon / September 22

Preseason Gameday #2: Blue Jackets send out fresh bodies against Buffalo

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The 'NHL 1,200-points Club' quiz

In NHL history, 52 players have reached the 1,200-point plateau over the course of their careers. How many of the 52 can you name in six minutes?

The 'First-overall NHL Draft picks' quiz

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 19

Ranking 10 greatest Columbus Blue Jackets of all time

Since joining the NHL in the 2000-01 season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have had a challenging history, qualifying for the Stanley Cup Playoffs just six times in 24 years.

NHL News / Yardbarker

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

Every NHL player faces some degree of pressure. Even Aleksander Barkov, who has captained the Florida Panthers to back-to-back titles. However, some players certainly face more pressure than most, and of course inherently some players are facing the most pressure.

Yegor Chinakhov News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 19

Yegor Chinakhov open to staying with Blue Jackets

Two months after requesting a trade from the Columbus Blue Jackets, it appears forward Yegor Chinakhov is changing his tune. According to Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers, after yesterday’s practice, Chinakhov stated he was open to staying in Columbus after coming to an understanding with head coach Dean Evason.

NHL News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 16

Blue Jackets GM had ‘nightmares’ about goaltending before Ivan Fedotov trade

The Columbus Blue Jackets addressed one of their major concerns heading into the 2025-26 campaign. The Jackets completed a trade with the Philadelphia Flyers for goaltender Ivan Fedotov.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 15

Denton Mateychuk, four others injured to start Blue Jackets training camp

The Columbus Blue Jackets have plans to ease top defense prospect Denton Mateychuk up to speed at the start of training camp as he recovers from a groin injury.

Flyers trade former KHL Goalie of the Year to Blue Jackets

Forgotten NHL players of the 1990s who deserve more recognition

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 14

Blue Jackets will re-invite a few rookies to training camp

The good times will keep on rolling for a select few prospects invited to the Columbus Blue Jackets’ rookie camp.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Athlon Sports / September 14

Why Jet Greaves Is Ready To Replace Merzlikins as Blue Jackets’ No. 1 Goalie

Entering his fourth NHL season, 24-year-old netminder Jet Greaves is prepared to shoulder the goaltending load for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Though it’s a small sample, Greaves has impressed when called upon by the Jackets.

NHL News / Last Word On Sports / September 14

Columbus Blue Jackets Acquiring Goaltender From Philadelphia

It was announced Sunday morning that the Columbus Blue Jackets are acquiring goaltender Ivan Fedotov from the Philadelphia Flyers. The Blue Jackets had been seeking goaltending depth.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / September 16

Adam Fantilli eligible to sign contract extension but there have been no negotiations

Aaron Portzline of The Athletic: Adam Fantilli is entering the final season of his entry-level deal but there hasn’t been any contract negotiations with Fantilli’s agent.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / September 13

NHL Rumours: Latest Update on Columbus Blue Jackets Forwards

We’ve got some more NHL rumours to begin the weekend. Teams are gearing up for training camp, which is scheduled to take place later this month. However, thoughts of next year and beyond are on the minds of general managers across the league.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / September 12

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: 25th Anniversary Logo, Prospects Tournament & More

Hockey is very much back in the air. Prospect tournaments are underway across the NHL in advance of Training Camps which will open next week. For the Columbus Blue Jackets, the 2025-26 season marks their 25th anniversary season in the NHL.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / September 9

Blue Jackets Need More From $15 Million Second Pair in 2025-26

The Columbus Blue Jackets are paying a bit of a premium for their projected second defensive pairing, to say the least. Assuming head coach Dean Evason keeps Zach Werenski and Dante Fabbro together, the top pairing will carry a combined average annual value (AAV) of $13.71 million.

Adam Fantilli News / House of Hockey / September 8

Concerns Growing Around Blue Jackets Star Adam Fantilli's Future After Latest Report

There is growing concern surrounding the future of pending RFA forward Adam Fantilli with the Columbus Blue Jackets after the latest report from general manager Don Waddell.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / September 8

2025-25 Puck Drop Preview: Columbus Blue Jackets

Last Word On Hockey’s Puck Drop Previews are here for the 2025-26 season! As the regular seasons draws near, we will be previewing each teams’ current outlook and stories to watch for the upcoming season.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL on ClutchPoints / September 7

Bold Columbus Blue Jackets predictions for the 2025-26 NHL season

After narrowly missing the playoffs in 2024-25, the Columbus Blue Jackets look to improve in 2025-26. The Blue Jackets have players primed to break out this upcoming season.

Boone Jenner News / The Hockey Writers / September 6

Questions Regarding Blue Jackets’ Captain Jenner Will Be Answered in 2025-26

It’s hard to imagine the Columbus Blue Jackets without Boone Jenner. He’s been with the organization since 2011, four years longer than the second-most tenured Blue Jacket, Zach Werenski.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / September 1

2025-2026 NHL team preview: Columbus Blue Jackets

If there was any team that every hockey fan was rooting for to some extent last season, it was the Columbus Blue Jackets. In the wake of beloved superstar Johnny Gaudreau’s passing (along with his brother Matthew), the Blue Jackets had no expectations for the 2024-25 season.