3T: Jackets Finish Strong

The Columbus Blue Jackets scored five goals in the second period, and Jet Greaves was nearly perfect in a 6-1 win over the New York Islanders in Thursday's season finale at Nationwide Arena.

Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Kuraly (7) celebrates his goal against the New York Islanders during the second period at Nationwide Arena.

6-1 Win Ends Season

Six different Blue Jackets scored Thursday night en route to an emotional 6-1 victory over the Islanders to wrap up the 2024-25 season.

Game Day #82: Blue Jackets Wrap Up Season

A season unlike any other comes to a close Thursday night when the Columbus Blue Jackets hit the ice for the final time in the 2024-25 campaign.

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Columbus Blue Jackets news from on and off the ice. Follow @1stOhioBattery on Twitter for the latest.

Jackets Fall 6-1 in Preseason Opener

The Columbus Blue Jackets kicked off the preseason on Monday, falling to the Buffalo Sabres 6-1 at KeyBank Center. Mathieu Olivier scored for Columbus, Jet Greaves made 12 saves,...

24 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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Nash Promoted

The Columbus Blue Jackets have promoted Rick Nash from the director of player development to the director of hockey operations.

20 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

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Meeting Jordan Harris

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired defenseman Jordan Harris in a trade with the Montreal Canadiens which sent Patrik Laine the other way. We get to know more about the new Blue...

20 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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Plans To Honor Johnny, Matthew

The Columbus Blue Jackets have announced their preliminary plans to honor the Gaudreau brothers throughout the 2024-25 season.

18 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

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CBJ Sign JVR

The Columbus Blue Jackets are signing free agent James van Riemsdyk to a one-year, $900k contract. #CBJ

15 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

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Mateychuk Eyes Columbus Roster Spot

Denton Mateychuk will participate in the prospects tournament in Buffalo this weekend. The 20-year-old is hoping to crack the NHL lineup in Columbus this year.

13 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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On And Off The Ice, Johnny Did It All

Johnny Gaudreau played two seasons for the Columbus Blue Jackets, leading the team in points and assists in both years and packing a reel of highlights on and off the ice.

10 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

Remembering The Gaudreaus

The funerals of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were Monday, as family, friends, teammates, and hockey world gave a heart-wrenching goodbye to the brothers.

09 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

Meredith Gaudreau's Eulogy

Meredith Gaudreau offered a heartbreaking yet beautiful tribute to her late husband Johnny and thanked the city of Columbus.

09 Sep 2024
by 1OB Staff

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JG And Columbus Made For Each Other

On July 13, 2022, the first day of free agency in the NHL, Johnny Gaudreau chose the Columbus Blue Jackets, and the rest is history. What it meant for the city and the community to...

02 Sep 2024
by Will Chase

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Gaudreau's Charity Work

Johnny Gaudreau's charity work, like everything he else he did, was something he did with passion.

01 Sep 2024
by Ed Francis

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5th Line Remembers Johnny Hockey

Since the tragic news of Johnny Gaudreau's passing was announced, Columbus Blue Jacket fans have shown up in droves to remember the man known as Johnny Hockey.

31 Aug 2024
by Ed Francis

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Gaudreau Tributes Pour In

Tributes and condolences from the sports world have poured in following the sudden and tragic passing of Johnny Gaudreau.

30 Aug 2024
by Ed Francis

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"Two Truly Amazing Humans'

Johnny Gaudreau's uncle, Jim, released a statement from the family following the tragic passing of Johnny and his brother, Matthew, in New Jersey Thursday evening.

30 Aug 2024
by 1OB Staff

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Tragedy Strikes

The Blue Jackets and NHL communities are at a loss at the tragic news of the passing of Johnny Gaudreau, killed in a bicycle accident in New Jersey Thursday.

30 Aug 2024
by 1OB Staff

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Waddell Giving Columbus What They Need

President and general manager Don Waddell has done exactly what was needed so far. As a result, the Columbus Blue Jackets have undergone the beginning of a much-needed...

26 Aug 2024
by Will Chase

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Sillinger Signs for Two Years

Cole Sillinger, who was the last of Columbus' restricted free agents without a contract, has signed a two-year deal worth $4.5 million.

21 Aug 2024
by Ed Francis

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Laine to MTL

Patrik Laine is headed to Montreal.

19 Aug 2024
by 1OB Staff

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5 Jackets Storylines for 2024-25

The Columbus Blue Jackets are embarking on their 24th season on the ice this year, and for the third straight season, will have a new head coach behind the bench. We look at the...

19 Aug 2024
by Will Chase

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Coaching Staff Finalized

The Columbus Blue Jackets finalized their coaching staff Thursday, adding Scott Ford to the bench a day after promoting Mike Haviland from Cleveland.

08 Aug 2024
by Ed Francis

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3T: Jackets Finish Strong

6-1 Win Ends Season

Game Day #82: Blue Jackets Wrap Up Season

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3T: Jackets Finish Strong

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3T: Jackets Finish Strong

6-1 Win Ends Season

Game Day #82: Blue Jackets Wrap Up Season

Columbus Blue Jackets News

Jackets Fall 6-1 in Preseason Opener

Nash Promoted

Meeting Jordan Harris

Plans To Honor Johnny, Matthew

CBJ Sign JVR

Mateychuk Eyes Columbus Roster Spot

On And Off The Ice, Johnny Did It All

Remembering The Gaudreaus

Meredith Gaudreau's Eulogy

JG And Columbus Made For Each Other

Gaudreau's Charity Work

5th Line Remembers Johnny Hockey

Gaudreau Tributes Pour In

"Two Truly Amazing Humans'

Tragedy Strikes

Waddell Giving Columbus What They Need

Sillinger Signs for Two Years

Laine to MTL

5 Jackets Storylines for 2024-25

Coaching Staff Finalized

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