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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 13 · CBJ

**50 days until puck drop — the CBJ countdown is on.** • **CBJ** – 50 days to opening night, and the franchise is spotlighting the history behind jersey #50 • **CBJ** – No player has retired #50, leaving the number with an intriguing, unwritten legacy in Columbus • **CBJ** – The countdown builds buzz as roster decisions and preseason prep ramp up **What to watch:** Which Blue Jacket — past or present — left the biggest mark wearing #50? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 12 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 11 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets nation, the offseason grind continues.** - **CBJ** — Analysts flagging a UFA forward worth a professional tryout offer as roster-building heats up - **CBJ** — Jersey #52 gets the spotlight with 52 days until pucks drop on Opening Night **What to watch:** Whether the front office pulls the trigger on that PTO before camp rosters start taking shape. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 10 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets get no love — but the season's still young.** • **CBJ** ranked among NHL's worst teams by The Hockey News • **CBJ** Sunday recap drops with the latest on Columbus's status **What to watch:** Can the Jackets prove the doubters wrong before the rankings stick? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 9 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets land at No. 27 in Yahoo's off-season power rankings** - **CBJ** ranked 27th league-wide as the rebuild grinds into another critical year - **CBJ** jersey No. 54 gets the spotlight with 54 days until pucks drop on opening night **What to watch:** Whether Columbus can climb those rankings before the season even starts. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 8 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets lock up Greaves — goalie situation gets clearer in Columbus.** • **CBJ** avoided a contract dispute, signing Jet Greaves without major drama • **CBJ** shore up the crease with a homegrown netminder secured long-term • **CBJ** front office earns points for smooth handling of a key roster move • **CBJ** Greaves figures to compete for starts as the rebuild gains momentum **Watch:** How Greaves performs in training camp battles for the starting job. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 7 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets in the news while you slept.** - **CBJ** defend front office media shake-ups amid growing fan backlash - **CBJ** lock in Wheeling Nailers as new ECHL affiliate, bolstering the pipeline - **CBJ** countdown continues — 56 days out, spotlight on Marko Daňo **Watch:** How the Daňo feature plays into Columbus's depth picture as camp approaches. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 6 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets building and bleeding at the same time** • **CBJ** — Breakout defenseman turning heads, and coaches say he's barely scratched the surface • **CBJ** — Front office moves cost the team some fan favorites, sparking mixed reactions in Columbus **What to watch:** Whether the blueline upside outweighs the roster shake-up pain. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets buzz worth waking up for** • **CBJ** — A new forward addition is drawing quiet praise as a sneaky-good pickup • **CBJ** — Sunday's recap roundup highlights the Jackets' latest roster moves and storylines **What to watch:** How quickly that new forward carves out a role in Columbus's lineup. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets quietly winning the front office game** • **CBJ** ranked among NHL's most contract-efficient teams per new league-wide analysis • **CBJ** getting above-market value across roster with smart cap management • **CBJ** front office building quietly for sustainable contention, not just quick fixes • **CBJ** efficiency ranking signals front office credibility heading into offseason decisions **Watch:** Whether Columbus parlays this cap flexibility into a splash move before the trade deadline. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 31 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets go local: Columbus shifts TV broadcasts to radio simulcast** • **CBJ** — Team moves TV coverage to radio simulcast format, cutting traditional broadcast deal • **CBJ** — Fans will hear familiar radio voices calling games across both platforms • **CBJ** — Move reflects broader NHL regional TV struggles hitting mid-market teams hard • **CBJ** — No word yet on streaming alternatives or how out-of-market fans are affected **Watch for:** Official word from CBJ on digital/streaming options before next puck drop. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 30 · CBJ

**Columbus drops its radio voice — here's what happened overnight.** • **CBJ** part ways with longtime broadcaster Bob McElligott after this season • **CBJ** will shift to a simulcast model, syncing radio with TV broadcast going forward • **CBJ** lose a familiar voice that called games for the franchise for years • **CBJ** join a growing list of NHL teams moving away from dedicated radio play-by-play **What to watch:** How fans react to the simulcast switch — radio purists won't be happy. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 29 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 28 · CBJ

**66 days and counting — Columbus fans, the wait is almost over.** • **CBJ** — 66 days until Opening Night drops, per Yahoo Sports • **CBJ** — Mario Lemieux spotlight trending as the countdown kicks off • **CBJ** — Preseason buzz building as roster decisions loom • **CBJ** — Training camp around the corner, competition for spots heating up **What to watch:** Which Blue Jackets roster battles get resolved before pucks drop this fall. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 27 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets buzz heating up this offseason** • **CBJ** — Sunday recap drops; catch up on everything that went down for the Jackets this week • **CBJ** — Marchenko trade rumors surface, adding another twist to an already wild Columbus offseason • **CBJ** — Front office moves are stacking up; roster picture still far from settled heading into summer **Watch:** How the Marchenko situation resolves could define Columbus's direction for next season. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 26 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets Buzz: Bowness Gets Ranked, A Familiar Face Heads Overseas** • **CBJ** — A former Blue Jackets forward has signed with a Swiss club, closing the door on an NHL return for now • **CBJ** — Head coach Rick Bowness drew coach rankings attention — where he lands could signal how the league views Columbus's rebuild **What to watch:** Whether Bowness's ranking reflects growing belief in the CBJ rebuild heading into next season. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 25 · CBJ

**Sillinger stays: Blue Jackets lock up young center before arbitration.** • **CBJ** — Cole Sillinger signs 3-year, $13.8M deal, avoiding arbitration hearing • **CBJ** — Sillinger's $4.6M AAV keeps him affordable as Columbus builds its core • **CBJ** — Deal signals front office confidence in the 21-year-old's development trajectory • **CBJ** — One key off-season departure still looming as a potential hole in the roster **Watch for:** Which remaining roster moves Columbus makes before camp to fill that departure gap. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 24 · CBJ

Jet Greaves gets paid — CBJ lock up their goalie of the future. • **CBJ** signed G Jet Greaves to a 3-year, $15M deal running through the 2028-29 season • **CBJ/Greaves** avoided arbitration after both sides admitted they were "so far apart on the money" • **CBJ** now have their starter secured as the team eyes continued rebuilding momentum **What to watch:** Whether Columbus makes another big swing this offseason to build in front of their newly locked-up netminder. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 23 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets lock up a familiar face.** • **CBJ** re-sign veteran forward Danton Heinen to a one-year deal • **CBJ** bring back depth scoring as roster construction continues this offseason • **CBJ** Heinen provides cheap, reliable bottom-six insurance heading into 2024-25 • **CBJ** front office quietly piecing together a supporting cast around core youth **What to watch:** Whether CBJ adds more veteran depth or turns focus to defense this week. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 22 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets morning report: Greaves contract standoff headlines a busy overnight.** - **CBJ/Greaves:** Arbitration filings show the two sides $4.7M apart — Greaves wants $7.5M, CBJ filed lower. - **CBJ broadcast:** Blue Jackets land NHL Productions deal to handle local game telecasts going forward. - **CBJ broadcast:** Fans left with big question on what the new deal means for their viewing experience. - **CBJ/Rangers:** Former first-round pick and a CBJ "legend" both hired by New York's front office. **What to watch:** Arbitration hearing dates — a $4.7M gap doesn't close easy. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 21 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets contract drama is heating up this offseason.** • **CBJ** — Fantilli extension talks ongoing as the young star looks to cash in on a breakout season • **CBJ** — Greaves and the team working toward a new deal as the netminder solidifies his starter role • **CBJ** — Sillinger negotiations in progress with the emerging center seeking a big payday • **CBJ** — All three deals could reshape Columbus's cap picture heading into 2024-25 **What to watch:** Which of the three gets done first — and whether any holdout threatens training camp. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 20 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets Back in Action — Here's Your Sunday Recap** • **CBJ** — Sunday recap covered by The Hockey News via Yahoo Sports • **CBJ** — No final score details surfaced overnight; full recap available on Yahoo Sports • **CBJ** — Check TheHockeyNews.com for full game breakdown and stats **What to watch:** Keep an eye on CBJ's next scheduled game and any roster moves coming out of the weekend. --- *Note: The source didn't include specific game details — tap the Yahoo Sports link for the full CBJ recap.* The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 19 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 18 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets roundup: here's where CBJ stands heading into the stretch run.** - **CBJ** fell to Colorado 3-1 on Feb. 15, dropping a tough home game against the Avs - **CBJ** dropped the Oct. 13 opener to Florida, setting an early-season tone - **CBJ** split the season series with the Panthers, winning the Nov. 10 matchup - **CBJ** lost the Mar. 30 rematch with Florida, a costly late-season setback - **CBJ** topped Montreal on Dec. 29, picking up a critical two points in the standings - **CBJ** released the full 2026-27 schedule, giving fans a roadmap for the season **Watch for:** how CBJ responds after the Florida loss with limited runway left in the regular season. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 17 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets drop home opener to Wild, but a packed schedule awaits.** - **CBJ** fell to the Minnesota Wild in last night's home contest at Nationwide Arena - **CBJ** 2026-27 schedule is officially out — 84 games on the slate for next season - **CBJ** full schedule released via Yahoo Sports and NBC4, dates now available for planning **What to watch:** Check the new 2026-27 schedule for early marquee matchups and circled rivalry dates. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 16 · CBJ

**Columbus Blue Jackets Morning Briefing** • CBJ: Luke Tuch (brother of Alex) signed to a 2-year contract • CBJ: A Blue Jackets goalie prospect ranked among the NHL's best at the position • CBJ: Columbus will host the Buffalo Sabres for their home opener • CBJ: Full offseason recap breaks down roster moves and outlook heading into the new season **What to watch:** Whether Luke Tuch can carve out a roster spot or heads to Cleveland to develop. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 15 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets buzz this morning — trade talk and trivia.** - **CBJ:** Rumor mill spinning — Columbus could retain Zach Werenski's $9.58M cap hit to make a Maple Leafs deal work - **CBJ:** Deep dive into the five most obscure goalies to ever suit up for Columbus — hockey history for the diehards **What to watch:** Whether Columbus moves Werenski or builds around him heading into the offseason. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 14 · CBJ

**John Davidson heads to Buffalo as CBJ goalie history gets its flowers.** - **CBJ:** Ex-president John Davidson joins the Sabres organization in a new front-office role - **CBJ:** Elvis Merzļikins, Steve Mason, and Marc Denis headline the debate for best goalies in franchise history - **CBJ:** The Davidson era produced playoff runs but ended without a Cup — Buffalo gets a proven hockey exec - **CBJ:** Goaltending remains a cornerstone identity in Columbus, from Mason's Vezina campaign to today's crease battles **Watch:** Whether Davidson's front-office moves in Buffalo make CBJ fans wonder what could've been. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 13 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets rebuilding buzz hits the wires** • **CBJ** — 2026 WHL prospect pool breakdown drops, spotlighting Columbus's pipeline depth • **CBJ** — Former Jackets/Monsters prospect heads to Sweden, continuing his pro journey abroad • **CBJ** — Hockey News Sunday recap covers the latest Columbus news and notes • **CBJ** — Young forward under the microscope heading into camp needing a statement season **What to watch:** Which young forward gets named as the bounce-back candidate — and whether camp confirms the hype around the WHL pipeline. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 12 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets buzz is building — here's your morning catch-up.** • **CBJ** — A promising prospect is drawing serious attention as a player to watch heading into next season • **CBJ** — On this date in franchise history, Brandon Dubinsky left his mark on Blue Jackets lore **What to watch:** Keep an eye on prospect updates as Columbus continues building toward a playoff push. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · SAT · JUL 11 · CBJ

**CBJ's future hinges on health — here's where the pipeline stands.** • **Blue Jackets** prospect pool outlook for '26-27 is cautiously optimistic, per Yahoo Sports • **CBJ** development trajectory leans heavily on key prospects staying healthy through next season • **Columbus** pipeline depth could accelerate or stall depending on injury luck and system fit • **Blue Jackets** rebuild timeline remains fluid — talent is there, but so are the question marks **What to watch:** Which CBJ prospects lock down roster spots in training camp this fall. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 10 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets buzz: trade rumors, prospects, and a double-game stretch.** - **CBJ** — David Pagnotta dropping "great news" hints; details TBD but the vibe is positive - **CBJ** — Top D-prospect Jackson Smith polishing his game ahead of a potential NHL push - **CBJ** — Detroit emerging as a suitor for a $57.5M CBJ defenseman; roster shakeup possible - **CBJ vs. PIT** — Penguins hosted the Jackets; check final score from last night's matchup - **CBJ @ DET** — Columbus also faced Detroit; back-to-back stretch tests the squad's depth **Watch:** How the $57.5M defenseman trade chatter develops as CBJ faces a potential roster decision. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 9 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets land a new backstop for the pipeline.** • **CBJ** signed goalie prospect Sergei Ivanov, adding depth behind the crease • **Ivanov** comes in as a developmental piece with eyes on the NHL future • **Columbus** continues building its prospect pool as the rebuild rolls on • **The Jackets** now have added competition in the goaltending depth chart **Watch:** How fast Ivanov climbs the organizational ladder once training camp opens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 8 · CBJ

Quiet morning across your teams, CBJ Nothing major moved overnight. Open The Zone to scan the rest of the league. The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 7 · CBJ

**Jackets fans, your morning download.** • **CBJ** – Veteran blueliner Colton White officially signed, adding depth to the backend • **CBJ** – Adam Fantilli reportedly drawing interest from Philadelphia, trade buzz heating up **Watch:** Will Columbus shop Fantilli or build around him heading into the season? The lineup's set. Drop in.

DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 6 · CBJ

**Blue Jackets Arbitration Clock Is Ticking** • **CBJ** — RFAs Yegor Chinakhov and Dmitri Voronkov both filed for salary arbitration Sunday • **CBJ** — Arbitration filings signal contract talks with the club haven't moved fast enough for either forward • **CBJ** — Chinakhov coming off a 20-goal season, making his ask a legitimate one • **CBJ** — Voronkov emerged as a physical presence in 2023-24, giving him leverage at the table • **CBJ** — Club has until hearings to get deals done; most arbitration cases settle before a ruling **What to watch:** Whether Jarmo Kekalainen moves quickly to avoid hearings — or lets both cases go to the wire. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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