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Is Columbus Blue Jackets’ Star a Fit With the Boston Bruins?

The Columbus Blue Jackets and forward Patrik Laine have agreed to mutually part ways as the team has given the 6-foot-5, 210-pound right wing to seek a trade.

The Cleveland Monsters had the Hershey Bears right where they wanted them on Wednesday night. After James Malatesta tied Game 7 late in the third period, nervousness was felt all over Giant Center.

Patrik Laine Is Not a Viable Option for the Canadiens

Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN’s Insider Trading on Wednesday (June 12) that Patrik Laine wants a fresh start and that the Columbus Blue Jackets will try to accommodate him.

If the Blue Jackets trade Laine, they need immediate roster help

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Patrik Laine has quickly become a prime trade candidate this offseason. Reports surfaced earlier this week that a change of scenery has been requested by Laine and his representatives and there’s mutual interest from Blue Jackets freshly minted general manager Don Waddell to find a resolution this summer.

Big Choices: New Boss Don Waddell Has Plenty Of Key Decisions To Make This Summer

This time, it feels more true than in the past: This is the most important offseason in Columbus Blue Jackets. It's a phrase that has echoed through the concourse of Nationwide Arena many times over the past quarter century, becoming slightly louder over the past few summers.

Maples Leafs Shouldn’t Pursue Patrik Laine Trade

Yesterday (June 12) on Insider Trading, TSN’s Pierre LeBrun revealed Patrik Laine wants a fresh beginning and that the Columbus Blue Jackets will do their best to accommodate him.

Devils Should Trade for Patrik Laine

Pierre LeBrun reported on TSN’s Insider Trading that the Columbus Blue Jackets and forward Patrik Laine are looking to facilitate a fresh start for the player.

Patrik Laine Reportedly Seeking Trade From Blue Jackets

Patrik Laine will likely hit the trade block this summer. TSN’s Pierre LeBrun has shared on Insider Trading that the Columbus Blue Jackets plan to move on from the Finnish winger and former second-overall pick.

Blue Jackets’ 3 Potential Trade Destinations for Patrik Laine

TSN’s Pierre LeBrun reported on June 12 that the Columbus Blue Jackets’ top-six sniper Patrik Laine was looking for a new team’s jersey to wear and that they would try to accommodate that request.

2023-24 Player Review: Jake Bean’s days in Columbus may be numbered

It was a hot start to the season for Bean, with one goal and one assist in the first two games, but the rest quickly became forgettable. With 3 points in his first 6 games, he only managed to add 10 more in the remaining 66 games.

NHL Rumours: Blue Jackets Star Winger Wants Fresh Start

Welcome to another edition of NHL Rumours! With the free agency French approaching, the buzz around the league is growing larger. Numerous big names have surfaced in trade talks and the suitors are growing.

Are People Already Giving Up On (Still Just) 22-Year-Old Kent Johnson?

You didn’t forget about Kent Johnson did you? Of course, you didn’t. From being atop-five overall pick out of the University of Michigan to scoring 'TheMichigan,' displayingpromisingdazzle throughout his NHL career spanning parts of three seasons, this is just the beginning for the 22-year-old from Port Moody, British Columbia.

‘Everything’ is in play for Blue Jackets this offseason, says new GM

The Columbus Blue Jackets finished the year at the bottom of the Metropolitan Division and with the worst record in the Eastern Conference. The Blue Jackets fired general manager Jarmo Kekalainen during the season and have named Don Waddell as the new GM and President of Hockey Operations.

Is 2024 NHL Draft prospect Artyom Levshunov the next elite NHL defenseman?

It’s hard to find a prospect who had as good of a time at the 2024 NHL Draft Combine in Buffalo last weekend as Artyom Levshunov. Levshunov spoke twice to the media during the festivities on Friday and Saturday, and it was hard not to find him smiling, telling jokes, or showing confidence in his game.

Year 1: Inside Adam Fantilli’s rollercoaster rookie season in Columbus

One year ago, Adam Fantilli was in a state of euphoria, wrapping up a year in which he won almost everything an 18-year-old could win. He’d completed arguably the best freshman season in NCAA history, capturing the Hobey Baker Award.

Don Waddell Confirms Patrik Laine’s Recovery, Discusses Elvis Merzlikins, And Pascal Vincent

Earlier this week the Columbus Blue Jacket’s new general manager Don Waddell sat for an interview on the Frankly Speaking Podcast with Frank Seravalli.

Adam Jiricek Scouting Report: 2024 NHL Draft #18

Welcome back to Top Shelf Prospects, the column that brings you the next crop of professional hockey players. Each day our LWOS Prospects Writers will bring you a new player profile or topical article in the lead-up to the 2024 NHL Entry Draft.

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.

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.

Blue Jackets Make Don Waddell Hiring Official

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced on Tuesday that they’ve signed Don Waddell to a multi-year contract to serve as our club’s president of hockey operations, general manager, and alternate governor.

Don Waddell Taking Top Hockey Ops Role with Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to welcome Don Waddell to their management team, though his exact title has yet to be confirmed. Reliable hockey insiders