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The Carolina Hurricanes underwent some huge organizational changes this summer. Beginning with the departure of long-tenured executive and roster architect Don Waddell and replacing him with Eric Tulsky, it kickstarted a series of free agent signings and losses.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

The Columbus Blue Jackets Will Be Without One of their Leaders

The Columbus Blue Jackets and general manager Don Waddell announced an injury to an important part of their team. The Blue Jackets are set to open their 2024-25 regular season tonight versus the Minnesota Wild.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / 1st Ohio Battery / October 9

It's All Part Of The Plan: Blue Jackets Roster Decisions This Week Were Not Always Popular, But Are For The Best

Since before training camp started, President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell said he would be searching for additional scoring to add to the Columbus Blue Jackets roster.

NHL News / NHL Rumors / October 4

Stars GM Jim Nill addresses plans for pending free agents

Mark Scheig: Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell on 97.1 radio, @971RandI: “might come through the pipeline in the next little bit.” It’s been well documented that the Blue Jackets would like to add a forward.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 1

Blue Jackets recall three, make other roster moves

The Blue Jackets have recalled defensemen Cole Clayton, Stanislav Svozil, and goaltender Zachary Sawchenko from AHL Cleveland, general manager Don Waddell announced Tuesday.

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Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / September 20

Columbus Blue Jackets Legend Added to Management

Columbus Blue Jackets President and General Manager Don Waddell has made a big announcement regarding management. There have been a number of additions. The biggest addition is Blue Jackets legend Rick Nash.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / September 19

NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Exploring Trade Market

It’s time for another edition of NHL rumours. We’re starting training camps, but general managers have been fairly busy in the last few days. Teams are getting their rosters in place, but there’s still tinkering to be done.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Inside The Rink / September 18

Blue Jacket’s Hold Pre-Season Press Conference Part 1: Don Waddell and Dean Evason

On Monday, September 18, the Columbus Blue Jackets held a press conference to discuss the upcoming 2024-25 NHL Season. Don Waddell and Dean Evason were the first to speak, followed by Captain Boone Jenner, Alternate Captain Zach Werenski, and Sean Monahan.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Breakaway on SI / September 18

Report: Blue Jackets Not Done Adding to Roster

The Columbus Blue Jackets ended the 2023-24 seasons as one of the worst teams in the NHL, finishing eighth out of eight Metropolitan Division teams. The expectations still aren’t that high for the Blue Jackets heading into 2024-25, but they would like to see progress made toward becoming a serious contender in the NHL.

NHL News / Inside The Rink / September 17

Former Boston Bruins Forward Looks to Provide Guidance for Columbus Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed veteran left wing James van Riemsdyk to a one-year, $900,000 contract for the 2024-25 season, club President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell announced Sunday.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / September 16

NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Looking for Roster Additions

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re closing in on the start of training camp in just a few days. However, general managers have been active most of the summer.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Last Word On Sports / August 28

NHL Rumours: Columbus Blue Jackets Cap Space

It’s time for another round of NHL rumours. We’re nearing the unofficial end of summer in North America, but that means hockey season is starting soon.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 27

Blue Jackets star prospect ruled out for rookie camp

He is recovering from a disc herniation that cost him much of his draft year.

Summer synopsis for the Columbus Blue Jackets

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The 'NHL goals leaders' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / August 16

Blue Jackets Summer Q&A with GM Don Waddell

Don Waddell knew what he was in for when he first signed on to become the President and General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets. The summer of 2024 hasn’t been a typical one.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / July 29

Blue Jackets Already Feel Different Under Don Waddell

The Columbus Blue Jackets needed a new direction and a fresh perspective. Given the way things have gone since the departure of John Tortorella, stability was something not linked to the team in any way.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Yardbarker / July 15

Blue Jackets GM optimistic a Laine trade can still get done

Blue Jackets GM optimistic a Patrik Laine trade can still get done

With most of the NHL’s top free agents having already signed new deals, teams have turned to the trade market to try and fill their need for an impact scorer.

Blue Jackets coaching search runs into interesting snag

Columbus, Jet Greaves avoid arbitration with two-year deal with $812,500 AAV

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The 'Most recent expansion teams' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / The Hockey Writers / June 22

Blue Jackets’ Waddell Talks Upcoming NHL Draft & Free Agency

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in the midst of an intense busy stretch of their offseason. They now enter the week of the 2024 NHL Draft at the Sphere in Las Vegas.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Pro Hockey Rumors / June 20

Blue Jackets not expected to move veteran goaltender

GM Don Waddell may still have other moves up his sleeve in the coming days, but moving on from goaltender Elvis Merzļikins won’t be one of them.

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The 'Columbus Blue Jackets first rounders' quiz

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / June 20

Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell: ‘We’re open’ to trading No. 4 draft pick

The new boss in Ohio is prepared to be aggressive heading into the NHL Draft. During his pre-draft media availability on Thursday, Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations and general manager Don Waddell admitted that he would be willing to hear offers for their fourth-overall pick.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Field Level Media / May 28

Blue Jackets hire Don Waddell to lead turnaround

The Columbus Blue Jackets agreed to a multi-year deal Tuesday with Don Waddell to become the club's president of hockey operations, general manager and alternate governor.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 28

Blue Jackets name Don Waddell president of hockey ops, GM and alternate governor

The Columbus Blue Jackets officially announced that Don Waddell has agreed to a multi-year contract and will serve as the President of Hockey Operations, General Manager and Alternate Governor.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / May 28

Blue Jackets Make Don Waddell Hiring Official

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced on Tuesday that they’ve signed Don Waddell to a multi-year contract to serve as our club’s president of hockey operations, general manager, and alternate governor.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Oilersnation / May 25

Don Waddell expected to join Blue Jackets in management role

It’s been a day since Carolina Hurricanes president and general manager Don Waddell resigned from his position, and he’s already expected to step into the shoes of another top job with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / Daily Faceoff / May 25

Report: Blue Jackets expected to name Don Waddell to management role

After becoming a “free agent” barely 24 hours ago, one of the game’s longtime figures might have already found a new home. According to TSN’s Pierre LeBrun, the Columbus Blue Jackets are projected to reveal Don Waddell as the man taking over the top hockey operations job with the organization.

Columbus Blue Jackets News / NHL Trade Talk / May 25

Don Waddell Taking Top Hockey Ops Role with Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to welcome Don Waddell to their management team, though his exact title has yet to be confirmed. Reliable hockey insiders