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Jackets Sign Brent Regner to Entry-Level Contract
Original at hockeyfights.com
• Wed, Jul 1
COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Brent Regner to a standard three year entry level contract, General Manager Scott Howson announced July 1. Regner, 20, was the Blue Jackets' seventh pick, 137th overall, in the 20...
Mathieu Garon Signs Two-Year Deal With Columbus
Original at hockeyfights.com
• Wed, Jul 1
COLUMBUS, OHIO The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed goaltender Mathieu Garon to a two year contract, club General Manager Scott Howson announced tonight. Garon, 30, has compiled a 94 83 13 record with a 2.84 goals against average, .905 save percent...
Jackets' goalie coach plans Richmond camp
Original at Richmond Review
• Wed, Jun 17
Columbus Blue Jackets goalie coach Perry Elderbroom with prize pupil Steve Mason, who is nominated for both the Vezina and Calder as the NHL's top goalie and top rookie.
Nash extension still job one for Blue Jackets
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Sun, Jun 7
When news of the Blue Jackets' financial woes broke late last month, Scott Howson did what any right-thinking general manager in his position would do.
Blue Jackets don't merit a hand-out
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Mon, Jun 1
The Columbus Blue Jackets want a supplement. Isn't that special? Ohio has an unemployment rate greater than 10 percent, and numerous people lack health care, proper housing and adequate nutrition, but the National Hockey League team wants a handout.
Proposal calls for county takeover of Nationwide Arena
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Thu, May 28
OH The plan is being floated around the Statehouse by Matthew Kallner, a lobbyist who represents Worthington Industries, whose CEO, John P. McConnell, also owns a majority stake in the Blue Jackets. Kallner reportedly wants language inserted into the new ...
Lady Jacket soccer schedule for 2009 released
Original at Yellow Jackets Sports Information
• Thu, May 28
OH A pair of New York schools then make the trip to Cedarville - Roberts Wesleyan meets up with the Lady Jackets on Oct. 9 and Houghton makes a return visit for an AMC game on Oct. 10. CU travels to Columbus on Oct. 13 for a contest against former AMC ...
Caputo: Mike Babcock's made-over Red Wings don't whine
Original at topix.net
• Thu, May 28
This year's Red Wings playoff run has involved a sizable amount of referee-baiting from Columbus Blue Jackets coach Ken Hitchcock, Anaheim Ducks coach Randy Carlyle, and now Chicago Blackhawks coach Joel Quenneville, who received a $10,000 fine for his description the penalty on Mat...
Why the NHL Playoffs are Better than the NBA's (w/poll)
Original at Daily Kos
• Sun, May 24
CA Take, for instance the Columbus Blue Jackets valiant effort in a heartbreaking 6-5 loss with seconds left in Game 4 against the Red Wings.) In the NBA, even a seven-game series can end up being boring as one team rushes out to a lead and the other ...
Blue Jacketsa Mason Gets Sporting News Honor
Original at NBC4i.com
• Tue, May 19
• 5 related articles
Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Steve Mason has been named rookie of the year by the Sporting News.
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Rolling the dice
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Fri, May 8
OH Wheeling Island also has an ongoing marketing agreement with the Columbus Blue Jackets; casino signage in Nationwide Arena includes rink-level boards, space on the main and auxiliary scoreboards and in-bowl electronic messaging. ...
Bob Hunter commentary: Rumblings
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Fri, May 1
OH - Bob Hunter It's pretty clear that Blue Jackets goaltender Steve Mason's peers believe he is a shoo-in to win the Calder Trophy as NHL Rookie of the Year. Mason received 52 percent of the votes in a Sports Illustrated poll of 324 NHL players. ...
Jackets Blanked In Game 2
Original at topix.net
• Tue, Apr 21
QUEST FOR THE CUP Western Conference Quarterfinals Series Game 1: Red Wings 4, Blue Jackets 1 Game 2: Red Wings 4, Blue Jackets 0 Game 3: April 21, Detroit at Columbus, 7 p.m. Game 4: April 23, Detroit at Columbus, 7 p.m. *Game 5: April 25, Columbus at Detroit, 6 p.m. *Game 6 April 27, Detroit at Colum...
Podcast of the Ohio - Podcast #4.
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Thu, Apr 16
By noreply@blogger.com (Michael) Like I said in the cast, I originally just planned to write, then read. But it didn't seem right. False, even. I just wanted to express things in the here and now, with an hour to go before the Jackets' first ever playoff game. Go Blue Jackets.
WXYT's 'Gator' Anderson, Red Wings GM Ken Holland size up Wings' chances
Original at topix.net
• Thu, Apr 16
WXYZ's Scott "The Gator" Anderson wondered aloud whether the Red Wings might be taking the Columbus Blue Jackets too lightly today... Red Wings GM Ken Holland happened to discuss the Red Wings' match-up against the Columbus Blue Jackets, the health of Marian Hossa, his take on Detroit's go...
Opinion: With 6 games left, Columbus close to playoff berth
Original at google.com
• Mon, Mar 30
A tower of videotapes sit by the television, past games awaiting further review by the Columbus Blue Jackets coach. Hitchcock is so focused on his team that he's become oblivious to all aspects of normal life. "The one thing you find out at this time ... Kansas City Star - Columbus Dispatch
Room with a review
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Sat, Feb 28
OH TORONTO -- From an 11th-floor office overlooking the Air Canada Centre, NHL executive Colin Campbell has the power to look directly into a man's goal. If any Blue Jackets player has kicked or high-sticked a puck into a net within the past five seasons, ...
Opinion: The Morning Skate: Are the Devils Best in the East?
Original at New York Times
• Fri, Jan 30
National Post United States - Former Blue Jackets GM Doug MacLean, who drafted Fritsche, got a number of calls from GM’s on Tuesday when Fritsche was on waivers. ... Forsberg won't be back in NHL this season Pittsburgh Tribune-Review all 168 news articles
Puck Headlines: Even the Canucks can't tell Sedins apartOriginal at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Jan 6
By Greg Wyshynski • Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch reports that the Columbus Blue Jackets are going to aggressively enter the trade market for a center and offers plenty of red meat: Antoine Vermette, Doug Weight, and Jordan Staal, whom he writes is miserable playing for Therrien. [Dispatch]
Friday's three stars: Nash completes to-do list in Denver
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Fri, Jan 2
By Matt Romig Nash converted a penalty shot for his 17th goal of the season and picked up the primary assist on three Columbus tallies as the Blue Jackets, who went through December scoring three or fewer goals in 13 of 14 games, erupted for six goals in a 6-1 victory over Colorado. Rookie Steve Mason saw hi...
Monday's three stars: Nystrom's shorthanded speed tops WildOriginal at Yahoo! Sports
• Mon, Dec 29
By Greg Wyshynski Dishonorable Mention: Two stinkers in a row for the Nashville Predators, following a 5-2 loss to Edmonton with a 5-1 defeat at the Colorado Avalanche. Cody McLeod scored the first two goals for the Avs, and Peter Budaj made it stand up with 25 saves. ... The Wild have scored 11 goals in their three...
Opinion: Blue Jackets Stars Malhotra OT GoalOriginal at YouTube
• Mon, Dec 22
By rss@youtube.com (BlueJackets2009) Manny Malhotra scores the game winning goal 13 seconds into OT against the Dallas Stars December 18th, 2008. Both on ice officials called it a goal. It was sent to the War Room in Toronto for a review. Toronto claims all 8 people in the room unanimously agreed it was a "distinct kicking motion." I...
Worst referee screw-job last night: Columbus or Tampa Bay?Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Fri, Dec 19
By Greg Wyshynski Meanwhile, in Columbus, Ken Hitchcock was angry. Like, "you ate the last cookie and didn't throw away the box?" angry. The Blue Jackets were in OT against the Dallas Stars in a 5-5 tie when Manny Malhotra appeared to end the game 13 seconds into the extra session (head to the 4:45 mark of the vid...
Worst referee screw-job last night: Columbus or Tampa Bay?Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Fri, Dec 19
By Greg Wyshynski Meanwhile, in Columbus, Ken Hitchcock was angry. Like, "you ate the last cookie and didn't throw away the box?" angry. The Blue Jackets were in OT against the Dallas Stars in a 5-5 tie when Manny Malhotra appeared to end the game 13 seconds into the extra session (head to the 4:45 mark of the vid...
Columbus creates $10 installment plan and more economic gloom
Original at Yahoo! Sports
• Tue, Dec 9
By Greg Wyshynski But the plan is also really, really, really disturbing and symbolic of the economic poop-storm that's swirling around professional sports. Forget that these games are on the weekend, which should usually sell themselves; we're talking about having to encourage fans to buy tickets to s...
Jackets sting Knights; Smith layup nets win for Perrysburg
Original at Toledo Blade
• Sat, Dec 6
In a game that had four ties and 14 lead changes, including eight trades of the lead in the final 4:37, Perrysburg's Jake Smith had the last answer in the Yellow Jackets' 53-52 win. Smith added eight points and 10 boards for the Jackets, who shared the Northern Lakes League title last season a...
Washington Capitals Team Report
Original at usatoday.com
• Mon, Dec 1
The Caps have Sunday off and they sure can use it. After playing seven games in 11 days, the Caps get a break. They looked tired throughout their 3-0 loss to the Blue Jackets on Saturday and will get a chance to recharge their batteries. The schedule-maker and luck weren't on the team's side in re...
Columbus Blue Jackets Team Report
Original at usatoday.com
• Tue, Nov 18
At some point, the Blue Jackets will have to make a decision. They're carrying three goaltenders Pascal Leclaire, Steve Mason and Fredrik Norrena and something has to give soon. Leclaire came back from a three-week absence, caused by an ankle injury, to make 36 saves in a 6-1 win over Buffal...
Fantasy Hockey Injury Roundup: Brodeur and More
Original at Bleacher Report
• Tue, Nov 4
By Greg Checki The Columbus Blue Jackets recently welcomed Freddy Modin back to the locker room, as he is returning from yet another injury. He's expected to spend time playing on the first line with Rick Nash, but for how long? He played fewer than 30 games in 2007-2008 and has had injury problems for year...
Jackets unveil stud centre
Original at Sportsnet.ca
• Wed, Oct 29
The Columbus Dispatch reports that with the Blue Jackets (3-6-0) last in the Western Conference (tied with 3-4-0 Coyotes, who have two games in hand) and LW Nash scoreless in three games, coach Ken Hitchcock made a stunning line-up change by trotting out a first line that included Nash be...
And now it is getting dark
Original at End of the Bench
• Wed, Oct 29
By Truth Serum It is probably fair to say that a lot of PSL holders, both current and former, are tired of the team and not enthusiastic as they used to be. I am an early member of the blame Doug MacLean club and have not joined the blame Scott Howson club yet, although their membership is growing. I think MacL...
Puck Headlines: Adam Burish, Jerry Springer Show enforcer
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Fri, Oct 24
By Greg Wyshynski Preview: Los Angeles Kings at St. Louis Blues (8:30 p.m. EDT; TV: FSW, FSMW). Good to see that the Kings still get top billing over Sarah Palin. Oh, and the Blues fans seem a tad conflicted on this whole Palin puck drop thing. This one is sort of clever.
Puck Headlines: Ah, to be young and defensive in the NHLOriginal at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Tue, Oct 7
By Greg Wyshynski • The Columbus Blue Jackets had a high season-ticket renewal rate, but are concerned about sales and corporate backing in light of the economic downturn. Here's a wacky idea: Make the damn playoffs. [Dispatch] • Unlike ESPN viewers for the last decade, Barry Melrose doesn't have a mute but...
Pre-season Stoplight Review
Original at Light the Lamp
• Mon, Oct 6
By noreply@blogger.com (LTL) If Kristian Huselius plays like he did in the pre-season then the Jackets are going to be in real good shape offensively. His puck skills are world class as are his ability to use his teammates. * Rick Nash was Rick Nash. ...
Meet Puck Daddy's Hockey Blogger Invitational fantasy team
Original at Yahoo! Canada Sports
• Mon, Oct 6
By Greg Wyshynski Brian Campbell (Chicago Blackhawks, D, Round 3/Pick 47) Marek Zidlicky (Minnesota Wild, D, Round 9/Pick 155) Derek Morris (Phoenix Coyotes, D, Round 16/Pick 278) Rostislav Klesla (Columbus Blue Jackets, D, Round 18/Pick 314) Goalies
Patrick Marleau to Columbus for Nikolai Zherdev trade rumor, free agent defenseman Brian Campbell garnering significant interest from Chicago-Ottawa
Original at Sharkspage
• Tue, Jun 3
By noreply@blogger.com (PJ Swenson) San Jose Mercury News beat writer David Pollak quoted an anonymous NHL source yesterday suggesting the possibility of a Patrick Marleau trade to Columbus for 23 year old Blue Jackets right wing Nikolai Zherdev. The source, not connected with either team, suggested Marleau and an unspec...
Jackets down Indians in final home contest - Cleburne Times-Review
Original at Cleburne Times-Review
• Wed, Apr 23
Jackets down Indians in final home contest TX - Taylor said the coaches had several tiebreaker options. “The way our district is set up, if we win Friday night, you could either flip or play again on ... Lady Jackets no-hit, eliminated from playoff contention Cleburne Times-Review
Blue Jackets Notes: Brassard up; Beech claimed
Original at Bleacher Report
• Fri, Jan 11
By John Arvai Best case scenario the kid shines, helps our offense and gets some much needed NHL experience and will help management determine where he fits next year. Worst case he gets sent back down and continues to develop at the AHL level ...
Blue Jackets: Pascal Leclaire Snubbed for All-Star Game
Original at Bleacher Report
• Fri, Jan 11
By John Arvai The NHL got this one wrong. Dead wrong. End of story. The selection committee should be embarrassed for their glaring favoritism. Leclaire was voted second by the fans...the fans!...and is totally left out of the game after Luongo, ...
Blue Jackets 4, Oilers 2: Hat trick caps 2007 - Columbus Dispatch
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Tue, Jan 1
Blue Jackets 4, Oilers 2: Hat trick caps 2007 OH - Jan 1, 2008 By Aaron Portzline Rick Nash, celebrating his second goal, scored with the Blue Jackets short-handed, on a power play and at even strength into an empty net ...
That spotlight's getting a little bright ...
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Mon, Nov 5
By noreply@blogger.com (Michael) So in the past week, the Columbus Blue Jackets ... Blackhawks, Red Wings, Predators, Predators, Blackhawks, Blues, Red Wings. And then one more Red Wings' game about a week after that last one. Daunting task, thy name is November schedule.
A two-fer-one.
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Thu, Nov 1
By noreply@blogger.com (Michael) But beyond that, and the peppering of shots that the Jackets' allowed Pascal Leclaire to face, they put on a strong game. In particular, Jason Chimera was a beast, Sergei Fedorov played smart, Gilbert Brule got his first goal of the season (good for him), and Rick Nash picked up an empty nett...
Epiphanies abound!
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Mon, Oct 22
By noreply@blogger.com (Michael) Now, whether or not this rule applies to other teams in the NHL doesn't matter. What does matter is that seven games in to the season, this rule -- as well as last night's "shutout = win" rule -- is valid as it pertains to the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Dayton Bombers, I hardly knew ye.
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Thu, Oct 4
By Michael Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager Scott Howson announced today that the club has reached an agreement with the Elmira Jackals to serve as the ECHL affiliate for the Blue Jackets and the American Hockey League's Syracuse Crunch for the 2007-08 season.
The forgotten team: the Ohio Junior Blue Jackets.
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Thu, Sep 6
By Michael Outside of perhaps myself, readers in and around Columbus, and my fellow Blue Jackets' bloggers, there are probably not all too many people out there who have heard about the Ohio Junior Blue Jackets. Part of the United States Hockey League, the OJBJ are going to be starting their second se...
The Columbus sports market: serious business.Original at Army of the Ohio
• Mon, Jul 16
By Michael While it's true that due to their seeding not a single one of their three playoff games (their first was against the Tampa Bay Storm) was played in the confines of Nationwide Arena, and it's also true that this is ... well ... simply Arena Football, you can't ignore the negative ramifications this...
Blue Jackets season in review - Columbus Dispatch
Original at Columbus Dispatch
• Tue, Apr 10
Blue Jackets season in review OH - The Blue Jackets' owners got it right when they hired Ken Hitchcock as coach Nov. 23. ... Along the way, goaltender Fredrik Norrena, forwards Dan Fritsche ... Blue Jackets Look To Next Year, Again Ohio News Now
Opinion: Game #68: Blue Jackets vs. Stars
Original at Army of the Ohio
• Fri, Mar 9
By Michael Team: Columbus Blue Jackets At home: 15-15-4 Last 10: 5-3-2 End of the Bench Rookie holds his own with video-game stars - Columbus Dispatch (Gordon) Team: Dallas Stars Record: 38-23-5 Last 10: 4-3-3 Andrew's Dallas Stars' Page Dallas Stars - Dallas Morning News (reg. required)
Opinion: National Hockey League Game Capsules
Original at Monsters and Critics.com
• Mon, Nov 20
Nashville Predators past the Columbus Blue Jackets, 3-1, at Nationwide Arena. Scott Nichol also scored for the Predators, who topped the Blue Jackets for the ... Preds beat Jackets for third time in a week Berkshire Eagle Columbus falls 3-1 to Nashville Tucson Citizen Hockey Today SI.com
Slumping Preds host Blue Jackets
Original at Sports Network
• Sat, Jan 21
Sports Network) - The Columbus Blue Jackets hope to continue their recent momentum tonight when they visit the Nashville Predators at Gaylord Entertainment Center.