Blue Jackets hockey is still months away, but Fox Sports Ohio is ready to hold fans over with the most entertaining and high-profile wins in franchise history.
Every player is important, but not all are equally important. The Five takes a look at the Jackets who must contribute in a big way for a successful season.
No one knows the European hockey world like Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen, so when he makes a bold selection, it shouldn't be too much of a shock.
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen has made a habit of drafting players from the KHL who may not be in a Blue Jackets lineup for years. Is the gamble worth it?
The addition of Max Domi and Mikko Koivu allow players like Boone Jenner and Nick Foligno to fill more appropriate roles for the Columbus Blue Jackets.