Cameron Thompson

Blue Jackets’ Defensive Depth Has Questions to Answer

Cameron Thompson | October 29, 2020

With the activity of the NHL offseason slowing down considerably, the Blue Jackets have done quite a bit to reshape their team, but still have a ways to go before…

Texier Ready to Take Next Step with Blue Jackets

Cameron Thompson | September 24, 2020

In the last seven years, general manager Jarmo Kekalainen has made his mark very clear in the Columbus Blue Jackets management as well as the roster. Whether it be his…

Blue Jackets Prospect Fix-Wolansky Poised for Breakout Season

Cameron Thompson | September 1, 2020

During an NHL draft, nothing is ever certain. Sure, the consensus top-3 or 5 picks usually go off the board without surprise, but even then, it doesn’t happen all the…

Blue Jackets Seeing Signs of Wennberg Returning to His Old Form

Cameron Thompson | August 28, 2020

At the time of his selection with the 14th-overall pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft, Alexander Wennberg was seen as a key piece for the Columbus Blue Jackets franchise…

Blue Jackets Looking For Veteran Impact

Cameron Thompson | July 31, 2020

With the exhibition games starting to wrap up, the NHL is now just days away from putting its 24-team playoff format into its next stage with the play-in qualifiers giving…

Blue Jackets Could Use Some Magic From Youth

Cameron Thompson | July 27, 2020

The National Hockey League is days away from attempting to complete its 2019-20 season with a 24-team playoff tournament to decide a Stanley Cup Champion. The Columbus Blue Jackets, among…

Blue Jackets Beginnings: Doug MacLean’s Tenure as GM

Cameron Thompson | June 29, 2020

The Columbus Blue Jackets were awarded an expansion franchise on June 25, 1997, and were set to take the necessary steps to establish itself in the National Hockey League in…

Blue Jackets Roster Impact From the Gaborik Trades

Cameron Thompson | June 4, 2020

Since breaking into the National Hockey League in the 2000-01 season after being selected third overall in 2000 by the new expansion franchise, the Minnesota Wild, the hockey world knew…

Maple Leafs vs. Blue Jackets Play-in Playoff Series: How They Stack Up

Cameron Thompson | May 31, 2020

Ever since the NHL hit pause on its season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, each team, whether it be deep in a playoff position or in the race for one,…

Blue Jackets: Jarmo Kekalainen’s 3rd-Round Picks Ranked

Cameron Thompson | May 28, 2020

Ever since Columbus Blue Jackets general manager Jarmo Kekalainen was named Scott Howson’s successor on Feb. 13, 2013, the franchise’s fortunes have dramatically changed and they have slowly earned respect…