Washington Capitals vs. Columbus Blue Jackets - October 04, 2025

Full postgame media availability with head coach Spencer Carbery after tonight’s 5-3 loss to the Kraken. #CapsKraken

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“There were times where we were on it and had the pressure on them, but too much where we weren’t taking care of the puck and giving them chances.” Boone Jenner following tonight’s contest with Seattle. #CapsKraken

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“I think it was a great start. We had momentum and sometimes those kind of things happen. We didn’t play well in the second, and it was a good response [in the third]. We’re going to learn from it.” Alex Ovechkin postgame after recording his 930th career goal. #CapsKraken

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“Definitely when you get the first one out of the way, obviously it feels good. You want to try to build off that.” Jordan Kyrou speaks to the media after recording his first goal in a Capitals sweater. #CapsKraken

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Re-Ranking the Top Free Agents Available 📊Laine, Tarasenko and other big names remain available 📲

Kraken-Capitals Highlights

10/11/2026

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Kraken Vs Capitals Game Preview The Washington Capitals are coming off a 3-1 win over the New York Rangers, and tonight they host the Seattle Kraken as they look to go 3 straight and improve t

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Disconnected Blue Jackets get exposed by the St Louis BluesThe Blue Jackets played like a team that could win solely on skill last night, and they paid the price for it with a 5-3 loss in St Louis.

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Prospect Pool Report Cards 🔠Giving out grades for every team's newest group of players 📲

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Game #3 Recap: Monahan scores in 900th game, CBJ blow another 2-0 lead to lose to BluesAfter five days off, the Jackets get no days off, playing the second part of their first back-to-back in St. Louis. Jet Greaves returns to the net, and Jake Christiansen returns to the lineup for Emil…

Blue Jackets-Blues Highlights

10/10/2026

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Blue Jackets hope to leave St Louis with the Blues tonightThe Blue Jackets head to St Louis, where they have a chance to put their foot down and dust the Blues on the road.

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Unsung hero scores first goal as a Capital in win over Rangers and its not Boone JennerWhile Boone Jenner will get most of the accolades after he scored the game-winning goal last night against the Rangers his first goal last night as a Washingto

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Blue Jackets find a way to stave off a skilled Penguins teamThe Blue Jackets found a way to pull together and pick up a big two points over the Penguins, at home on Friday night.

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Coaching Replacements for TocchetFive potential candidates for Philly as the Flyers continue to struggle 📲

Penguins-Blue Jackets Highlights

10/09/2026

Rangers-Capitals Highlights

10/09/2026

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Gameday #3: Blue Jackets back from bye vs ‘Burgh birdsFriday, October 9th, 2026 – 7:00 PM ET Nationwide Arena – Columbus, OH TV: Blue Jackets Hockey Network (available on Spectrum, Prime Video, Fubo, and ???); Radio: 97.1 FM Pittsburgh Penguins (2-2-0…

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Rangers vs Capitals Game PreviewThe Washington Capitals are coming off a 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. That game showcased the offence that the Capitals built throughout the offseason.

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Well rested Blue Jackets get a lineup boost tonight against the Pittsburgh PenguinsThe Blue Jackets are well rested, and get an important defenseman back tonight, as they host the Penguins at Nationwide.

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BS Meter on Latest Trade Rumors 🌡️Larkin to Florida? Edvinsson to Edmonton? Breaking down all the trade chatter 📲

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Unlocking Dmitri Voronkov would be huge for the Blue JacketsThe Blue Jackets should be using their week off to dial in some of their players. Dmitri Voronkov should be near the top of that list.

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Teams and Players Already in Panic Mode 😰Flyers, Hellebuyck and Larkin make our list of teams and players in trouble 📲

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Caps beat Pens in Ovi's last DC Home OpenerAlex Ovechkin’s last Capitals home opener at Capital One Center was last night. Against Sidney Crosby and the Penguins to boot! The Caps won 5-3 as Tom Wilson s

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Penguins vs Capitals Game Preview The Capitals are playing their first game since their 1st loss against the Tampa Bay Lightning. Tonight is the Capitals' home opener, and they welcome the Pitts

Caps Win Ovi's Last Home Opener 🥹

Washington defeats Pittsburgh Penguins at home

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Ovi's Kids Introduce Him 🥹Capitals star's sons take the mic for his final home opener 🎥

Exclusive Alex Ovechkin Interview🎤

The Great 8 talks deciding to retire, his kids and drinking Coke during games ahead of matchup vs. Pens 🎥

Hank's Reaction to Ovi Retiring 🗣️

Henrik Lundqvist explains how Alex Ovechkin affected his career and the NHL

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Blue Jackets prospect watch, Alessandro Di Iorio is off to a hot startBlue Jackets prospect Alessandro Di Iorio has gotten off to a strong start, while serving as captain of the OHL's Sarnia Sting.

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New NHL Power Rankings 📊Change at No. 1 already? Stacking up every team after first week 📲

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Report Card Grades After the 1st Week 🔠Our way-too-early marks for all 32 teams 📲

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Blue Jackets place forward Mikael Pyyhtia on waivers for assignment to the Cleveland MonstersThe Blue Jackets have placed Mikael Pyyhtia on waivers, hoping to reassign him to the Cleveland Monsters now that he is healthy.

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Players Who Will Dominate the Rumor MillDylan Larkin and the names to watch for a trade throughout the season 📲

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The Blue Jackets need to get Conor Garland going offensivelyOffense will come at a premium for the Blue Jackets this year, which is exactly why they need to get Conor Garland going.

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Trade Landing Spots for Edvinsson 📍Five destinations for the defenseman after reported trade request 📲

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Best Ovi Memories 🤩Looking back at our favorite moments from The Great 8's NHL career 📲

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Damon Severson appears close to returning, and that's great news for the Blue JacketsDamon Severson is practicing on the top defense pairing, and that is great news for the shorthanded Blue Jackets.

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Ovi to Retire After Season 🫡NHL legend tells Capitals teammates this year will be his last. Tap to watch 🎥

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3-Team Hellebuyck Trade Ideas 💡How to get Jets goalie, Canes D-man Alexander Nikishin the moves they want 📲

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Denton Mateychuk is driving play at a high level for the Blue JacketsDenton Mateychuk is thriving in his first pairing role for the Blue Jackets. He could be in for a big breakout campaign.

Lyle Odelein Dies at 58Former defenseman was Blue Jackets' first-ever captain

Blue Jackets come out flat, get walked over by the MammothThe Blue Jackets were meticulously picked apart and beaten by the Utah Mammoth last night at Nationwide Arena.

Caps fall to the Bolts, Roy injuredThe Washington Capitals will NOT become the first team in NHL history to go undefeated in the regular season. Last night in Tampa, the Caps lost to the Lightnin

Game #2 Recap: Mammoth overwhelm JacketsUtah is an up and coming team in the West and they showed it in the first period. The CBJ committed two stick infractions in the first half of the period and, while I think the PK continues to look…

Mammoth-Blue Jackets Highlights

10/03/2026

Capitals-Lightning Highlights

10/03/2026

Blue Jackets inaugural captain Lyle Odelein passes away at 58Former NHL defenseman Lyle Odelein has passed away at age 58. He was the original captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Capitals vs Lightning Game PreviewThe Capitals are taking on the Lightning tonight at 7:00 PM EST. The Capitals are coming off a very impressive 5-2 win over the Carolina Hurricanes. In that gam

Gameday #2: Jackets, Knies look to continue perfect seasonSaturday, October 3, 2026 – 7:00 PM EDT Nationwide Arena – Columbus, Ohio TV: Blue Jackets Hockey Network (available on Spectrum, Prime Video, Fubo, and ???); Radio: 97.1 FM Utah Mammoth (1-0-0…

3 things to watch for as the Jackets host the Mammoth tonight at NationwideThree things we are watching for as the Blue Jackets host the Utah Mammoth tonight at Nationwide Arena.

Ovechkin plays lowest minutes of his career in Caps season openerAlex Ovechkin had just 12:38 on ice time last night in the Caps opening night 5-2 win against the Carolina Hurricanes. It isn’t a surprise that head coach Spenc

Caps beat Canes in Season openerThe Capitals beat the Canes last night in Raleigh, winning 5-2 for their first win of the season. It was a drubbing, where the Caps were up 4-0 before Carolina

Capitals-Hurricanes Highlights

10/02/2026

Adam Fantilli did all the little things right in the Blue Jackets' season openerDespite all of the outside noise over the summer, Adam Fantilli got off to a hot start in the Blue Jackets first game of the season.

It is time for the Blue Jackets to end the Jake Christiansen experimentJake Christiansen found himself benched on a night where the Jackets were already shorthanded on the blue line.

Capitals vs Hurricanes Game PreviewRegular-season hockey is finally back for the Washington Capitals as they look to start the season right against the Hurricanes in Carolina. The Hurricanes have

Every NHL Team's Cup Odds 🎰Best bets and teams to avoid with season underway 📲

Matthew Knies had a record setting debut for the Blue JacketsMatthew Knies was nothing short of outstanding for the Blue Jackets in his first game since being traded from Toronto.

Ranking Top 10 NCAA Men's Hockey Players for 2026-27 SeasonWho are the names to watch ahead of the 2027 NHL draft?

Game #1 recap, the Blue Jackets outduel the Sabres on opening NightThe Blue Jackets pulled together and found a way to pick up 2 points against the Buffalo Sabres on opening night.

Sabres-Blue Jackets Highlights

BUF at CBJ Hallowtober 1stThe first game of the season! I remember those days. Looking out at the ice, knowing that the mistakes were all out there, waiting to happen. The coach taking me aside and telling me that the ice guy…

Bettman on No-Trade ClausesNHL commissioner isn't pleased with how players use no-movement clause in order to switch teams

NHL Trade Targets 🎯Ranking top players in rumor mill 📲

Blue Jackets defenseman Ivan Provorov's remarkable injury luck finally runs outFor the first time in his career, Ivan Provorov will miss an NHL game due to injury. He's been placed on the IR list.

Shorthanded Blue Jackets need to pull together tonight against the SabresThe Blue Jackets got more bad news on the injury front this morning, and will be without three of their top five defensemen tonight.

When fully healthy, who should be on the Blue Jackets roster?The Blue Jackets will start the year without some regulars, so it will take some work to fit everyone in when healthy.

5 bold predictions for the 2026-27 Blue Jackets seasonBrace yourself. Today, the staff at Union and Blue is making our annual 5 bold predictions for the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Going without a captain this season comes with a risk, but it does make sense for the Blue JacketsThe Blue Jackets will play this season with no captain. It's risky, but it does make sense for the situation they are in.

Opening Week Power Rankings 📊Where every team stands for the opening puck drop 📲

The Cannon Staff predicts the 2026-27 NHL SeasonHello, friends. It’s time for a tradition unlike any other. (twinkly piano music abruptly stops) No, not that. The NHL season! Things officially kicked off last night, with the best team last year…

Blue Jackets 2026-27 preview, Steven Lorentz is good defensively, but not enough to warrant a roster spot yetSteven Lorentz brings size, depth and experience to the Blue Jackets. His two-way game may come in handy if injuries mount.

Carson Soucy's contract fits into the Blue Jackets cap situation like a puzzle pieceCarson Soucy's AAV is an interesting one. Here, we break down how the team came up with his contract value, and why it makes sense.

How the 5th Line reacted to the trade that sent Matthew Knies to ColumbusWe asked, and you responded. Here is how the 5th Line reacted to the trade that brings Matthew Knies to Columbus.

Ranking Every NHL Team's Road Jersey 📊Who will be wearing it best in the new season? 📲

Larkin to the Caps trade proposal dead on arrivalThe Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit has been hanging over hockey for almost four months now without an end in sight. It is only a matter of time before the Re

Blue Jackets 2026-27 preview, Emil Andrae is an intriguing player with solid upsideEmil Andrae comes to Columbus as a throw-in to the Matthew Knies trade. He shouldn't be overlooked, because he's a capable defender.

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Matthew Knies changes the way the Blue Jackets have to playMatthew Knies is a different kind of player, but he could be a welcome addition to the top line of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Grading the trade, Don Waddell pulled off a minor miracle for the Blue JacketsThe Blue Jackets did extremely well in the Kirill Marchenko trade, earning a very high grade from us. Here, we talk about why.

Staff Predictions for Stanley Cup Winner 🔮Our writing team picks the team that will lift the Cup next Summer 📲

Blue Jackets trade Marchenko, Merzlikins; acquire KniesBig news breaking just around the time that NHL teams needed to lock in their opening day rosters: As part of the deal, Marchenko is getting a new contract that will kick in next season…

Marchenko-Knies Trade Winners and Losers 📊Breaking down every aspect of Monday's blockbuster deal 📲

Leafs Acquire MarchenkoBlue Jackets trading right winger in deal involving Matthew Knies and 6 players total

Grading Knies-Marchenko Deal 🔠🍁 Leafs take big swing 😌 Jackets salvage something 📲 Full analysis here

Blue Jackets make a blockbuster trade with the Maple LeafsThe Blue Jackets have traded Kirill Marchenko and Elvis Merzlikins to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Matthew Knies.

Winners and Losers of the Preseason 📊👶 Rookies standing out 😡 Jets and Hellebuyck at an impasse 📲 Tap in for more analysis here

Trade Ideas for Quinn Hughes 💡Potential deals for the Wild star to teams that aren't the Devils 📲

4 Blue Jackets breakout candidates to watch closely this seasonTaking a look at four names who could break out this year, and help the Blue Jackets get over the playoff hump.

New NHL Rule Changes 📃Details on regular season expansion, safety and roster differences beginning 2026-2027 📲

Blue Jackets-Red Wings Highlights

09/26/2026

Capitals-Flyers Highlights

09/26/2026

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Adam Fantilli is now the focus of it allAdam Fantilli needs to come flying out of the gate and play like the elite center that his contract dictates he must be.

1 Prospect Every Team Can Get Hyped About 🤩A top young player for 32 teams to keep an eye on this season 📲

Latest NHL Trade Rumors ✍️Reviewing 3 biggest trade situations before opening week 📲

Bruins-Capitals Highlights

09/25/2026

Final Grades for Every Team's OffseasonHanding out marks for all 32 teams' transactions this summer 📲

The Blue Jackets have a few options to become salary cap compliantThe Blue Jackets will need to shed some dollars to become salary cap compliant by Monday. They have a few options to do so.

NHL Salary Cap Projected $127MInitial estimate shows $20M+ leap for 2028-2029 season (Friedman)

Adam Fantilli's new contract could help change the league's perception of the Blue JacketsAdam Fantilli's new contract gives the Blue Jackets a new centerpiece to build around, as they hope to achieve Stanley Cup aspirations.

Pending Free Agents Who Could Get TradedHughes and Karlsson lead the way for stars who could be moved during the season 📲

Spicy Hot Takes For the New Season 🌶️Why the Panthers will disappoint, the Sharks will win the Pacific and more 📲

Penguins-Blue Jackets Highlights

09/24/2026

With a huge contract extension, the expectations for Adam Fantilli are now a lot higherAdam Fantilli's new contract extension pays him amongst the NHL's most elite. As a result, the expectations are now a lot higher.

It's finally over, Adamo Guiliano Fantilli will be a Columbus Blue Jacket until 2032The Blue Jackets have re-signed center Adam Fantilli to a six-year contract extension, keeping him in Columbus until 2032.

Blue Jackets Extend FantilliColumbus locks up star forward on six-year, $13.75M deal (Friedman)

Two CBJ defense prospects get a golden opportunity to showcase themselves tonightThe Blue Jackets are throwing two of their top defense prospects into the fire tonight, with a golden opportunity to showcase themselves.

1 Player on Every Team to Get Excited About 🤩A standout on all 32 teams to watch this season 📲

With injuries already stacking up on defense, the Blue Jackets should sign Carson SoucyThe Blue Jackets are already seeing holes form in their blue line. With Carson Soucy in camp on a PTO, the solution is right there.

1 Bold Prediction for Every NHL Team 🔮Our Sara Civian provides a prognostication for all 32 teams 📲

3 takeaways from the first 2 Blue Jackets preseason gamesThe Blue Jackets have an even split through their first two preseason games. Here are a few things that we noticed.

Blue Jackets-Sabres Highlights

09/22/2026

Don Waddell has options in hand, but tough decisions loom for the Blue JacketsDepending on how the season starts, Don Waddell could take the Blue Jackets in wildly different directions.

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Preseason Game Week Open ThreadOpe, sorry about that, got busy with work and travel stuff. Training camp is underway, and no news remains…bad news? Adam Fantilli is still back in Michigan, as the team and his agent continue to…

Trade Landing Spots for Pavel Zacha 📍Bruins forward is rumored to be on the move already 📲

Trade Ideas for McDavid 😱Three teams are primed to make a deal if the Oilers fall out of contention 📲

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5 takeaways after the Capitals first two preseason gamesThe Washington Capitals played the Flyers last night in Hershey. The Caps won 5-2, one night after the other half of the lost to the Bruins in Beantown 3-2 in a

What can we learn from the first preseason game roster for the Blue Jackets?The Blue Jackets will ice a pretty young lineup at Nationwide Arena tonight. There are a few battles to watch.

Ranking Every Team's Home Jersey 📊Which team came out on top in our home sweater ranking? 📲

Capitals-Bruins Highlights

09/20/2026

NHL Contenders' Dream Targets 🎯5 players on bad teams who will likely be available for postseason clubs at deadline ➡️

Kirill Marchenko provides no clarity on his future at his first press conferenceKirill Marchenko met with Columbus media today, for the first time since it was reported that he would not sign an extension with the Blue Jackets.

Marchenko Evades CBJ QuestionBlue Jackets forward wouldn't give clear answer on if he likes playing in Columbus 🎥

Preseason NHL Power Rankings 📊Stacking up all 32 teams as training camp begins 📲

Blue Jackets lines in early camp are really interestingThe Blue Jackets are going to let their skilled players take the reins, if early training camp lines are any indication.

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Capitals start training camp with line combinations that opposing teams won't likeThe Washington Capitals hit the ice yesterday for the first day of training camp. Who will play on which line and with whom has been a topic of discussion since

Starting training camp without Adam Fantilli is another colossal failure by the Blue JacketsThe Blue Jackets are going through the beginning of training camp without arguably their most important roster piece.

Breaking NewsNHL star Alex Ovechkin says he's 'for peace and love' after appearing in ad for Putin-aligned party (AP)

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Zach Werenski wants to lead this team to the next levelStar defenseman Zach Werenski is back in Columbus, and ready to help turn the Blue Jackets into a Stanley Cup contender.

Ovi Quote on Final Season 😂Treating Year 22 like Year 1 📸

Gaudreau Fam's New Program 👏

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The Gaudreau Family Foundation is launching a free-to-skate and play program at their hometown rink @HollydellIce 👏👏👏

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Cam Talbot is the perfect backup for Jet GreavesCam Talbot joins the Blue Jackets late in the offseason, but he could be the perfect partner to work with Jet Greaves this year.

Early Vezina Rankings for Best Goalie 📊Which netminder will be the best at the end of the 2026-27 season? 📲

3 Blue Jackets training camp battles you should keep an eye onThere are only a few jobs up for grabs at Blue Jackets training camp. We talk about the battles to watch here.

Landing Spots for Nikishin 📍Six teams that could deal for the Canes defenseman after a trade request 📲

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Kirill Marchenko's Jackets tenure may be coming to a closeThis article details how Kirill Marchenko has become a valuable member of the Columbus Blue Jackets, and why they may have to move on from him soon.

Capitals Say Alex Ovechkin Was Asked to Film United Russia Ad While Home This Summer (AP)

Capitals Pay Young Star 💰Ryan Leonard agrees to 8-yr, $84M contract extension after rookie season

Blue Jackets 2026-27 season preview, Jet Greaves is the no doubt starter of the future in ColumbusThis article details Jet Greaves and his meteoric rise to the role of starting goaltender for the 2026-27 Columbus Blue Jackets.

Hellebuyck Trade Ideas 💡How NHL contenders could land a gold-medal-winning American goalie 📲

Staff Predictions for Every Playoff Team 🔮Our team makes its projections for all 16 2027 NHL playoff teams 📲

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Why I’m Not Worried About Adam FantilliUnlike many of the Jackets’ fanbase, I’m not worried about the unresolved Adam Fantilli RFA contract. And I have two basic reasons for my lack of concern. Firstly, we all know what the basic…

Blue Jackets are signing G Cam Talbot to a one-year contractPierre LeBrun reports that the Blue Jackets are signing veteran goaltender Cam Talbot to a one-year contract, to be announced later today.

Elliotte Friedman thinks the Blue Jackets could see massive offers for Kirill Marchenko todayElliotte Friedman believes teams will up their offers on Kirill Marchenko, with today being a sort of soft deadline.