Don Waddell News/ 1st Ohio Battery / 18 minutes ago
Waddell Brings Credibility, A Winning Pedigree, And A Personable Connection To Blue Jackets Fan Base ![Columbus Blue Jackets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2) Columbus Blue Jackets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (2)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
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We're officially one week into the Don Waddell era. In the days since Waddell's introductory press conference as the Columbus Blue Jackets president and general manager,Waddell has been on the media tour to talk about the new gig and shed insight into the philosophies of which he operates.
Zach Werenski News/ The Cannon / 2 hours ago
2023-24 Player Review: If the Blue Jackets had a competent power play, Zach Werenski could have been a Norris Finalist ![Columbus Blue Jackets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4) Columbus Blue Jackets: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights | Yardbarker (4)](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==)
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Zach Werenski was elite over the course of the 2023-24 season. Among defensem*n in the NHL who played more than 400 minutes at 5v5, here’s where Zach Werenski
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ The Cannon / June 4
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The 2024 NHL Entry Draft will be here before we know it, so it’s time to start looking at who the Blue Jackets could pick with the fourth overall pick on Friday, June 28.
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Pro Hockey Rumors / 1 hour ago
Blue Jackets assign former first-round pick to AHL
The Blue Jackets have sent left-shot defense prospect Denton Mateychuk to the AHL’s Cleveland Monsters to finish the season.
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Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Daily Faceoff / June 3
Blue Jackets assign Denton Mateychcuk to AHL Cleveland
One of the top blueline prospects is hoping to make an impact in the professional ranks. On Monday, the Columbus Blue Jackets announced they are assigning defenseman Denton Mateychuk to their American Hockey League affiliate, the Cleveland Monsters.
Don Waddell News/ 1st Ohio Battery / 3 hours ago
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Don Waddell is officially in charge as president and general manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Now it's time to get to work. As the Stanley Cup playoffs march towards an exhilarating conclusion this month, the major offseason activities ahead in the NHL are the draft June 28-29 in Las Vegas and free agency beginning July 1 at noon ET.
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ The Hockey Writers / June 1
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell Reveals Hurricanes Tried Trading for Elvis Merzlikins
Don Waddell, former president and general manager of the Carolina Hurricanes for the past 10 years and current president of hockey operations, general manager, and alternate governor of the Columbus Blue Jackets, casually dropped a bombshell report in a recent podcast with top hockey insider, Jeff Marek.
College Hockey News/ Pro Hockey Rumors / May 31
Breaking down four key men's college hockey transfers
The NCAA Transfer Window is nearing its June 4 closing date, after staying open for 45 days rather than 30 for the first time following an October rule change.
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Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Daily Faceoff / May 31
The Columbus Blue Jackets could use a fresh start with a new head coach
The Columbus Blue Jackets kickstarted their organization overhaul in earnest this week when they hired former Carolina Hurricanes and Atlanta Thrashers executive Don Waddell as their new president and general manager.
Don Waddell News/ ClutchPoints / May 29
Why Don Waddell believes there’s no excuse for failure with Blue Jackets
The Columbus Blue Jackets have their new front-office leader. Former Carolina Hurricanes general manager Don Waddell is officially the new general manager in Columbus.
Don Waddell News/ Inside The Rink / May 29
New Blue Jackets GM and President Don Waddell speaks at press conference
On Wednesday, May 29, Don Waddell met with the media to discuss his new position as President of Hockey Operations and General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ The Hockey Writers / May 29
Blue Jackets’ Waddell Believes He Can Make Big Difference
Don Waddell walked into Nationwide Arena on Wednesday afternoon for his introductory press conference. He might be turning 66 in August, but he says he still has a lot to offer and believes he can make a difference for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Last Word On Sports / May 28
The Columbus Blue Jackets Have Their GM Replacement for Kekalainen
Well looks like Don Waddell has finally concluded his weekly news frenzy. Today the announcement of his hiring was made official by the Columbus Blue Jackets organization.
Don Waddell News/ Daily Faceoff / May 28
Blue Jackets name Don Waddell president of hockey ops, GM and alternate governor
The Columbus Blue Jackets officially announced that Don Waddell has agreed to a multi-year contract and will serve as the President of Hockey Operations, General Manager and Alternate Governor.
Brendan Gaunce News/ Pro Hockey Rumors / May 26
Blue Jackets waive reserve forward, AHL captain
He appeared in 24 NHL games this season, scoring four points. It was the most time that Gaunce has spent in the NHL since his first year with Columbus in the 2021-22 season, when he totaled 30 games and seven points.
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Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Inside The Rink / May 24
Catching Up With Blue Jacket’s Players in the IIHF World Championship Part Two
Last week I wrote an article detailing the Columbus Blue Jacket’s representation at the IIHF World Championship tournament. The five players that are participating are Elvis Merzlikins (Latvia), Damon Severson (Canada), Gavin Brindley (USA), Johnny Gaudreau (USA), and Zach Werenski (USA).
Johnny Gaudreau News/ NHL Trade Talk / May 22
Johnny Gaudreau Has Found His Game At The World Championship
As the preliminary round has come to an end at the 2024 World Championship, Team USA finished second in their division. The team won five games while losing once in regulation and once in overtime.
Columbus Blue Jackets News/ Inside The Rink / May 16
Catching Up With Blue Jacket’s Players in the IIHF World Championship
You may already know that there are nine different Columbus Blue Jacket‘s players or personnel at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Czechia, but in case you haven’t been able to follow it here’s a few things to catch you up!
Pierre-Luc Dubois News/ Yardbarker / May 5
NHL teams should be wary of acquiring Pierre Luc-Dubois
Three teams have fallen for the center's combination of size (6-foot-4, 225 pounds) and all-around skill. All three have all wound up regretting it.
Oilers Eliminating Kings Makes Dubois’ Preseason Comments Ironic
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