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The Columbus Blue Jackets joined the NHL in 2000 as an expansion franchise alongside the Minnesota Wild. Their first game was a 5-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 7, 2000. For the first 12 years of its history, the team played in the Western Conference before switching to the Eastern Conference for the 2013-14 season. The franchise struggled during the early part of its history and didn’t reach the postseason until 2008-09. In total, the team has made six postseason appearances and has advanced past the first round once. 

Blue Jackets Defeat Sharks 4-2, Sweep Season Series

On Saturday, the San Jose Sharks visited the Columbus Blue Jackets as the two teams finished their season series. Their last game was a 4-3 Blue Jackets win, thanks to a very late goal by Boone Jenner in the third period that prevented overtime. This time, it was a more convincing win on paper for Columbus, but it was a game that could’ve gone either way. The Blue Jackets walked out with a 4-2 victory, but the Sharks were arguably the better team, which isn’t something we’ve been able to say often this season. Goaltending let the team in teal…

Blue Jackets’ Alex Nylander Has Golden Opportunity to Succeed

Alex Nylander is no stranger to outdoor games. Just last season as a member of the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins, he participated in the outdoor game played at First Energy Stadium in Cleveland. While the Penguins eventually lost that game in overtime, it was a day he wouldn’t soon forget. The game between the Penguins and Cleveland Monsters was supposed to be an early afternoon start. But thanks to direct sunlight on the ice, the game was delayed for several hours. There were big puddles of water during warmups that made it impossible to play. Finally at sunset, the game was allowed…

Blue Jackets News & Rumors: Injury Roundup, Recalls & More

Things around the Columbus Blue Jackets are starting to look like the 2022-23 season again in one aspect. The injury bug has decimated the team. The domino effect will be felt throughout the organization. Welcome back to Blue Jackets News & Rumors. Head coach Pascal Vincent shared with the media on Wednesday the latest on a few injury situations. We’ll get you caught up on those. Then we’ll talk about the land of opportunity for those getting a chance to play. Injury Recap The Blue Jackets had multiple players unable to finish the game Tuesday night in Montreal. Both Yegor…

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Blue Jackets FAQ

What year were the Columbus Blue Jackets founded?

The Columbus Blue Jackets joined the NHL in 2000 as an expansion franchise alongside the Minnesota Wild.

When did the Columbus Blue Jackets play their first game?

The Columbus Blue Jackets’ first game was a 5-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks on Oct. 7, 2000.

Who is the current head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets?

The Columbus Blue Jackets’ current head coach is Pascal Vincent.