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As draft and free agency loom, Waddell ready for action
From scouting meetings to contract discussions to free agency and trade conversations, not to mention a trip to Buffalo, N.Y.
Blue Jackets mailbag, part 1: Fabbro’s future, trade possibilities, contender status check
The Columbus Blue Jackets are hoping to make significant upgrades this summer after taking a major step forward and nearly ...
Columbus Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell not weighing buyouts for Merzlikins, Severson
Contract buyouts are not of interest to Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell this offseason, including Elvis Merzlikins and Damon Severson.
Columbus Blue Jackets free agency glance: negotiations ongoing with July 1 looming
Daniil Tarasov, who struggled as Elvis Merzlikins’ primary backup in 2024-25, is the Blue Jackets’ only unsigned NHL goalie.
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Columbus Blue Jackets' Don Waddell on coaching change: 'We need to have a different voice'
Don Waddell is looking for a new voice to lead the Blue Jackets back to NHL relevance from ice level. He’s searching for those wielding experience as an NHL head coach, but the Jackets’ new ...
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With grief lingering, Blue Jackets GM Waddell places focus on hockey in wake of Gaudreau’s death
“I don’t think anybody’s focused right now other than on the grieving part, which is understandable.” Much of the burden has fallen to Waddell, who has been in discussions with the ...
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With grief lingering, Blue Jackets GM Waddell places focus on hockey in wake of Gaudreau's death
“I don’t think anybody’s focused right now other than on the grieving part, which is understandable.” Much of the burden has fallen to Waddell, who has been in discussions with the NHL and ...