Carpool with the Captain: Nick Foligno Takes His Family to Get Ice Cream
Another episode of Carpool with the Captain. Who is joining Nick Foligno? His kids for some ice cream at Rita's. It's a wholesome edition of our favorite web series.
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Columbus Blue Jackets 2019 Preseason Schedule Released
The Blue Jackets preseason schedule has been released and with it, many familiar teams have been named as opponents and will make for an interesting slate.
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2018-19 Season Review: Defenseman Dean Kukan
After playing sparingly in the regular season, Dean Kukan played in all ten postseason games for the Blue Jackets in 2019, and with a banged-up blueline, his presence was immensely valuable.
2018-19 Season Review: Defenseman Scott Harrington
After riding the pine for nearly an entire season, defenseman Scott Harrington finally got to hit the ice. Did he leave enough of an impact to stick with the team beyond this year?
Does a Calder Cup victory correlate to Stanley Cup success for NHL clubs?
Winning the AHL crown should seemingly set up an NHL franchise for future success. But does it really work that way? We look back at a dozen winners to determine if a Calder Cup win portends a Stanley Cup celebration.
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2018-19 Player Review: Adam McQuaid’s absence might’ve loomed larger than you would have thought
He was acquired for defensive depth, and McQuaid could have been useful late in the playoffs.
Breaking Down Which Blue Jackets Need to Have a Breakout Season in 2019-2020
With three of the best Columbus Blue Jacket players potentially departing this summer, there will be plenty of slots to fill. Who from the current club will need to step up most in 2019-2020?
Organizational depth strong for Blue Jackets heading into NHL draft
Blue Jackets have many pieces, but roster will under microscope in offseason
2018-19 Player Review: Dean Kukan embraced a larger role late in the season
Has he earned a lineup spot next season?
Cam Atkinson Will Have His Hands Full Next Season with the Blue Jackets, but Wants to 'See This Thing Through'
There are plenty of questions about whether or not the Columbus Blue Jackets can get back to the playoffs next season. With that being said, Cam Atkinson has been a consummate professional through it all and is coming off a career-high season with...
Debate: Will the Blue Jackets Make the Playoffs in 2019-2020?
It’s too early to know what this team’s lineup will look like, but by reading the tea leaves, we have at least an idea. Will the Blue Jackets contend for a playoff spot in 2019-20?
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Why the politician who sparred with Bettman wants the NHL to abolish fighting
For 20 years before he entered politics, Doug Eyolfson worked as a physician at an emergency room in Winnipeg, Manitoba, treating, among other patients, people who'd suffered a nasty blow to the head.Be it the result of a fall, a car crash, or a...
Finding a Spot For Dean Kukan and Vladislav Gavrikov On Next Year's Roster
Dean Kukan and Vladislav Gavrikov performed valiantly during the playoffs. It could mean that both defensemen find themselves in elevated roles next year.