Trade to Fame, How Blue Jackets Trio Became Superstars Mark Scheig | April 14, 2018 The Columbus Blue Jackets have never been in a better position in franchise history. Their wealth of talent and youth have them in a position to win a playoff series…
Botterill Slams Door on Sabres’ Season – Now What? Jeff Seide | April 13, 2018 There were moments when Buffalo Sabres general manager Jason Botterill’s frustration was palpable. At times, steam could almost be seen emanating from his ears and nose. He often bit his…
Fisher Reveals Votes for NHL’s Major Awards Larry Fisher | April 11, 2018 For the first time in history — or at least in a long time — members of the Professional Hockey Writers Association will be revealing their votes for the NHL’s…
Sabres Find Their Captain on Clean Out Day Jeff Seide | April 10, 2018 On Monday in downtown Buffalo, the Sabres conducted their usual exit interviews during locker clean out day. Players spoke about playing harder next year, being more mentally prepared, being committed,…
2018 Stanley Cup Playoffs Storylines Johannes Wheeldon | April 9, 2018 This week marks the official start of the NHL postseason. Wednesday is the day. Get excited. Whether your team is in or out, playoff time is always exciting. Are you…
Blue Jackets Grew Up While Chasing Playoffs Mark Scheig | April 8, 2018 It took a 13-2-2 end to their season, but the Columbus Blue Jackets did something for the first time in franchise history on Thursday night. Thanks to getting to overtime,…
In Defense of the NHL Playoff Format Peter Ferrell | April 5, 2018 As the 2017-18 National Hockey League season winds down and the Stanley Cup Playoffs approach, it is becoming increasingly apparent the current playoff format, introduced for 2013-14, is widely despised.…
5 Potential Playoffs 1st Round Matchups Kyle Gipe | April 3, 2018 With less than one week remaining in the regular season, the playoff picture is becoming clearer. There are 10 teams that have clinched a playoff spot and, although some teams…
McDavid Shouldn’t Win the Hart Trophy Will Billinghurst | March 30, 2018 With the NHL season winding down and the Stanley Cup Playoffs in sight, it’s time to turn our attention to some of the NHL Awards that are handed out for…
How to Fix the NHL’s Playoff Format Brett Slawson | March 19, 2018 When the National Hockey League altered its Stanley Cup Playoffs format five seasons ago, the changes arguably created more problems than they solved. It’s stupid. It’s the stupidest thing ever.…
Blue Jackets Mailbag: March 2018 Edition Kristyn Repke | March 13, 2018 Welcome to our Columbus Blue Jackets monthly mailbag. Once a month (or more, if warranted), Blue Jackets writers Kristyn Repke and Mark Scheig will answer both fan questions and questions from each…
The 2018 Calder Trophy Race Eugene Helfrick | March 10, 2018 The 2018 Calder Memorial Trophy race has a much different feel to it compared to the last few seasons. In 2016 and 2017, there were generational players making their career…