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Roarke Boes

Blue Jackets writer since 2012, following the team since 2000-01. Former goaltender. When I'm not writing, I work as a YouTube Rights Specialist for Omnia Media of Los Angeles. I know more about Arena Football history than any man should.

Blue Jackets New Division Features Familiar Faces

Roarke Boes | April 23, 2013

The July blockbuster that sent Rick Nash to New York was viewed by most of the hockey world as an overwhelming victory for the Rangers. For Columbus, it appeared to…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets

Surprise Blue Jackets Face Tough Road to Post Season

Roarke Boes | March 21, 2013

Less than two months ago the Columbus Blue Jackets seemed destined for another last place finish. Following an abysmal start and without the face of the franchise for the first…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets

How The Blue Jackets Will Make the Playoffs

Roarke Boes | March 11, 2013

The NHL returned stronger than ever in its first full month back since the latest lockout. The season was saved, but with an abbreviated season comes a myriad of pains…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets

Jarmo Kekäläinen Already On Thin Ice In Columbus

Roarke Boes | February 28, 2013

The NHL’s most patriotic (American) brand has gone European. The Columbus Blue Jackets, named for Ohio’s rich Civil War history, recently announced the hiring of Finish general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen.…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets

The Blue Jackets Struggle to Replace Rick Nash

Roarke Boes | February 11, 2013

The Blue Jackets loss to the Oilers Sunday served as a painful reminder of the difference between potential and productivity. Both Columbus and Edmonton are loaded with prized prospects, but…

Categories Columbus Blue Jackets

Coyotes Relocation Would Lead to Significant Realignment

Roarke Boes | February 7, 2013

It seems fitting that the latest attempt to purchase the Coyotes fell apart within 48 hours of Groundhog Day. The NHL has owned the troubled Glendale-based franchise four long years…

Categories Arizona Coyotes
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