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With Connor Hellebuyck’s trade request, Quinn Hughes’s pending extension and multiple free‑agent situations, the NHL’s upcoming camps will be a crucible for determining the league’s direction.
From golf auctions to blood drives, the Blue Jackets are weaving community spirit into September ahead of their October 1 home opener against the Buffalo Sabres.
The Blue Jackets are set to launch a series of fan‑focused events, charity drives and exclusive offers from September 1 through October 1, culminating in the home opener against the Buffalo Sabres.
From charity auctions and blood drives to open practices and street‑hockey clinics, the Blue Jackets are leveraging their 'Hockey Is Back' celebration to engage fans and support local causes ahead of the 2026‑27 season opener.
The franchise announced a series of promotions and role changes that affect scouting, medical services and player development.
Columbus Blue Jackets’ netminder Elvis Merzlikins successfully had shoulder surgery on Monday, with GM Don Waddell confirming the operation. While his return timeline remains uncertain, the team prepares for training camp and preseason games against Detroit and Buffalo.
The Wildcats are set to begin their 50th‑anniversary campaign with a roster boost of six transfers and eight freshmen, highlighted by experienced forwards and defensemen and promising newcomers.
The university will retire the jerseys of three iconic Wildcats on October 2, 2026, in a ceremony that celebrates their on‑ice achievements and lasting impact on the program.
Northern Michigan University announces plans to retire the jerseys of three former Wildcats — Don Waddell, Tom Laidlaw and Steve Bozek — by raising banners to the rafters of the Berry Events Center during the 50th anniversary season.
Northern Michigan University will retire the jerseys of three hockey greats—Don Waddell, Tom Laidlaw and Steve Bozek—during a ceremony on October 2, 2026, celebrating the program’s early triumphs and the start of its 50th Anniversary Season.
Northern Michigan University will honor Don Waddell, Tom Laidlaw and Steve Bozek on opening night, marking the program’s inaugural jersey‑retirement ceremony amid a 50th Anniversary Season celebration.
An overview of the Metropolitan Division’s offseason moves, highlighting major trades, rebuild progress, and the lingering questions that could define the league’s most dynamic division.
The Blue Jackets announced a two-year agreement with the Wheeling Nailers, extending a historic relationship and reinforcing a shared commitment to nurture talent in the Ohio and West Virginia region.
The Wheeling Nailers have announced a new ECHL partnership with the Columbus Blue Jackets, ending a 29‑year affiliation with the Pittsburgh Penguins and positioning the club for closer travel and growth in Ohio.
Rumors around Kirill Marchenko’s potential move have faded, while Braden Schneider’s contract complicates trade chatter across the league.
The Montreal Canadiens' pursuit of Columbus Blue Jackets forwards cooled after denials, while the Detroit Red Wings face a GM search and the New York Islanders prepare to announce Evan Gold as their new assistant GM.
John Davidson, a seasoned NHL executive with stints at the Columbus Blue Jackets, St. Louis Blues and New York Rangers, has been appointed senior advisor to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will collaborate with GM Jarmo Kekalainen on a franchise that finished last season with a 50‑23‑9 record.
John Davidson, a longtime NHL executive and broadcaster, has left the Columbus Blue Jackets to take a senior advisory role with the Buffalo Sabres, rekindling a professional partnership that dates back to 2013.
John Davidson's extensive history with the New York Rangers and Columbus Blue Jackets brings a wealth of playing, executive and broadcasting experience to the Buffalo Sabres, where he will serve as senior adviser.
The Buffalo Sabres announced a series of personnel moves that include a long‑term contract for forward Peyton Krebs, a trade involving Tyler Kopff and Zac Funk, and the hiring of veteran John Davidson as senior advisor. The flurry of transactions reflects a coordinated effort to rebuild the franchise's hockey department.
Recent chatter about a potential trade involving Kirill Marchenko has sparked discussion about the Blue Jackets' salary‑cap strategy and the future of Adam Fantilli.
A whirlwind of speculation surrounds key player trades, front‑office reshuffles, and unexpected detours, painting a dynamic picture of the league’s upcoming landscape.
The Columbus Blue Jackets have secured forward Luke Tuch on a two-year, two-way contract through 2027-28, bringing a blend of NHL experience and collegiate success to the roster.
An exploration of the careers, statistics, and trades of the players who have worn the Columbus Blue Jackets' No. 77 jersey, highlighting their impact on the franchise.