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The Hockey News Sunday Recap: Columbus Blue Jackets

Jun 22, 2025

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Jun 22, 2025

Did you miss anything from the past week at The Hockey News - Columbus Blue Jackets? If you did, we have you covered with the Sunday Recap. Click on each card below to read the stories from the past week.

Curious to know where all the CBJ prospects are playing? See the story below.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have a plethora of prospects all around the world in various leagues. Some of them have been signed to ELCs, and some haven't, but all of them very well could be playing for the Blue Jackets someday.

thehockeynews.comA Look At Where The Columbus Blue Jackets Prospects Are Playing In 2025-26The Columbus Blue Jackets have a plethora of prospects all around the world in various leagues. Some of them have been signed to ELCs, and some haven't, but all of them very well could be playing for the Blue Jackets someday.

Elvis Merzļikins was given a big honor this past week.

Blue Jackets Goalie was given a big honor today by the Latvian National Team.

thehockeynews.comElvis Merzlikins Among First Players Chosen For Latvian Olympic TeamBlue Jackets Goalie was given a big honor today by the Latvian National Team.

We're covering draft targets.

The 2025 NHL Draft is just 11 days away, and teams around the league are locking in on who they might pick. For the Columbus Blue Jackets, things are a little more interesting this year with two first-round picks: No. 14 and No. 20.

thehockeynews.comColumbus Blue Jackets 2025 Draft Target: Carter BearThe 2025 NHL Draft is just 11 days away, and teams around the league are locking in on who they might pick. For the Columbus Blue Jackets, things are a little more interesting this year with two first-round picks: No. 14 and No. 20.

Are the Blue Jackets close to signing Dante Fabbro?

Are the Blue Jackets close to signing Dante Fabbro long-term?

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Close To Signing Dante Fabbro?Are the Blue Jackets close to signing Dante Fabbro long-term? 

Another former Blue Jacket signs on with another Metro team's front office.

Another former CBJ draft pick has been picked to help run an NHL franchise.

thehockeynews.comFormer Blue Jackets Draft Pick Named Assistant General Manager For IslandersAnother former CBJ draft pick has been picked to help run an NHL franchise. 

Zach Werenski will make the Olympic team most likely, but being snubbed by not being named one of the first six stung some fans.

Today is the day that each of the 12 countries participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics released the first six players on their roster.

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets' Werenski Not Among Team USA's First 6 Named For 2026 OlympicsToday is the day that each of the 12 countries participating in the 2026 Winter Olympics released the first six players on their roster.

Mikael Pyyhtiä should be back for another year.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have four restricted free agents on the big roster that they need to give qualifying offers to, and then need to sign, if they choose to. Those four are Jordan Harris, Daniil Tarasov, Dmitri Voronkov, and Mikael Pyyhtiä.

thehockeynews.comREPORT: Blue Jackets Give Mikael Pyyhtiä His Qualifying OfferThe Columbus Blue Jackets have four restricted free agents on the big roster that they need to give qualifying offers to, and then need to sign, if they choose to. Those four are Jordan Harris, Daniil Tarasov, Dmitri Voronkov, and Mikael Pyyhtiä.

As I mentioned in my Carter Bear draft target article, the Columbus Blue Jackets are fortunate enough to have two first round picks. They have their own at number 14 and own the Minnesota Wild's first rounder from the David Jiricek trade earlier this season, which falls at number 20.

thehockeynews.comColumbus Blue Jackets 2025 Draft Target: Malcolm SpenceAs I mentioned in my Carter Bear draft target article, the Columbus Blue Jackets are fortunate enough to have two first round picks. They have their own at number 14 and own the Minnesota Wild's first rounder from the David Jiricek trade earlier this season, which falls at number 20.

The Panthers won the Stanley Cup with several former Jackets.

The Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup for the second straight year last night, beating the Edmonton Oilers also for the second straight year.

thehockeynews.comThree Former Blue Jackets Win The 2025 Stanley CupThe Florida Panthers won the Stanley Cup for the second straight year last night, beating the Edmonton Oilers also for the second straight year. 

Do you like the 25th anniversary logo?

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Reveal 25th Anniversary LogoThe Columbus Blue Jackets are entering their 25th year in the NHL, and to celebrate, they have released a 25th anniversary logo.

Don Waddell has said he won't buy anyone out, do you believe him?

Now that the Florida Panthers have won the 2025 Stanley Cup, the offseason will get into full swing, and the first piece of business will the NHL's buyout window.

thehockeynews.comThe NHL Buyout Window Is About To Open; Will The Blue Jackets Use it?Now that the Florida Panthers have won the 2025 Stanley Cup, the offseason will get into full swing, and the first piece of business will the NHL's buyout window. 

The NHL Draft is almost upon us and for most of us, the lead-up is like Christmas morning. There is so much hype around these prospects and where they will land, it is an exciting time. It's even more exciting when you hear all the trade rumours that are being talked about and what your favourite NHL team could be cooking up behind the scenes.

thehockeynews.comColumbus Blue Jackets 2025 Draft Target: Justin CarbonneauThe NHL Draft is almost upon us and for most of us, the lead-up is like Christmas morning. There is so much hype around these prospects and where they will land, it is an exciting time. It's even more exciting when you hear all the trade rumours that are being talked about and what your favourite NHL team could be cooking up behind the scenes.

Are the Rangers trying to sign Ivan Provorov?

Ivan Provorov and Don Waddell have both said publicly that they want a deal done to keep Provorov in Columbus, but will it get done?

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Rumors: Rangers Interested In Ivan Provorov?Ivan Provorov and Don Waddell have both said publicly that they want a deal done to keep Provorov in Columbus, but will it get done? 

What would you offer for J.J. Peterka?

With GM Don Waddell less than two weeks away from free agency, the NHL's hot stove is starting to heat up, and Columbus seems to be in the mix. At least that's what the rumors say.

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Rumors: Columbus Interested In J.J. Peterka?With GM Don Waddell less than two weeks away from free agency, the NHL's hot stove is starting to heat up, and Columbus seems to be in the mix. At least that's what the rumors say. 

Today marks one week until the 2025 NHL Draft and things are already heating up. There have already been a handful of trades, a few extensions, and the signing of Jonathan Toews. The best part about this time of year is that it's only going to get better. As for the Columbus Blue Jackets, things are slowly building — my colleague Jason Newland has been all over the latest reports and rumours surrounding the team.

thehockeynews.comColumbus Blue Jackets 2025 Draft Target: William HorcoffToday marks one week until the 2025 NHL Draft and things are already heating up. There have already been a handful of trades, a few extensions, and the signing of Jonathan Toews. The best part about this time of year is that it's only going to get better. As for the Columbus Blue Jackets, things are slowly building — my colleague Jason Newland has been all over the latest reports and rumours surrounding the team.

Zach Werenski deserves a chance at going for a cup, Will Don Waddell help that happen?

With the 8th pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, the Columbus Blue Jackets select: Zach Werenski.

thehockeynews.comIt's Time To Build A Winner For Zach WerenskiWith the 8th pick in the 2015 NHL Draft, the Columbus Blue Jackets select: Zach Werenski. 

Are you shocked Mitch Marner isn't interested in Columbus?

The Athletic's Pierre LeBrun dropped a piece of info today that will have Columbus Blue Jackets fans split.

thehockeynews.comBlue Jackets Rumors: Mitch Marner Not Interested In ColumbusThe Athletic's Pierre LeBrun dropped a piece of info today that will have Columbus Blue Jackets fans split. 

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