The Pittsburgh Penguins achieved their fifth consecutive win with a dramatic 5-4 comeback victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, highlighted by a late goal from Rickard Rakell and a game-winning assist from Erik Karlsson in overtime, as they continue to compete strongly in the NHL standings.
The St. Louis Blues are set to face the Columbus Blue Jackets with a mostly unchanged lineup, except defenseman Matthew Kessel returning. Coach Jim Montgomery emphasizes the need for key players like Jordan Kyrou and Pavel Buchnevich to step up, especially with injured teammates. Rookie Dalibor Dvorsky is expected to play his second game of the season, and Joel Hofer is likely to start in goal.
The Pittsburgh Penguins, riding a four-game winning streak, will host the Columbus Blue Jackets tonight, with Hall of Fame inductions and game details provided. The Penguins aim for their first five-game winning streak since November, with key players and lineups outlined, and the game broadcast on SportsNet Pittsburgh and 105.9 The X.
The Washington Capitals won their preseason game against the Columbus Blue Jackets with a score of 2-1, marking a positive start ahead of the regular season.
The Pittsburgh Penguins lost 4-1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets in a preseason game, with the team showing missed opportunities and a 'B game' performance. Key players like Aidan McDonough and Connor Clifton received decent grades, while goalie Arturs Silovs struggled with long-range goals. The game highlighted areas for improvement, especially in penalty management and offensive execution, as the Penguins assess their roster and system ahead of the regular season.
Pyotr Andreyanov was selected 20th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets in the 2025 NHL Draft, marking the first Russian and first goaltender chosen, based on his impressive stats in the MHL with a 1.75 GAA and .942 save percentage.
The Columbus Blue Jackets traded for forwards Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood from the Colorado Avalanche, sending Gavin Brindley and draft picks in return, aiming to strengthen their roster with experienced, physical players while Colorado clears cap space and invests in potential with Brindley's prospects.
Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood were traded from the Colorado Avalanche to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Gavin Brindley and draft picks, with both players bringing experience and energy to the Blue Jackets.
The Columbus Blue Jackets traded Gavin Brindley, a 2025 third-round pick, and a conditional 2027 second-round pick to Colorado in exchange for forwards Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood, both known for their experience, skill, and character, to strengthen their roster.
The Colorado Avalanche acquired forward Gavin Brindley from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood, including draft picks in 2025 and 2027, as part of a strategic team move.
Aliaksei Protas led the Washington Capitals to a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets by scoring both goals, including the overtime winner. Protas, who is having a career-best season, tied the game early in the third period and secured the win in overtime, extending the Capitals' road win streak to ten games. His performance earned him First Star of the Game honors and the team's postgame golden chain. Protas now has 11 goals this season, ranking second in the NHL for points per 60 minutes at five-on-five play.
The Washington Capitals made history by becoming the 12th NHL team to win 10 consecutive road games in a single season, following their 2-1 overtime victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets. This streak, which began with an 8-1 win over the St. Louis Blues, has seen the Capitals outscore opponents 48-21. Although their streak of regulation wins ended at nine, the Capitals are now second in the NHL standings, just behind the Winnipeg Jets. Coach Spencer Carbery praised the team's resilience and unity during this impressive run.
The Washington Capitals defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 in overtime, extending their road winning streak. The game was closely contested, with the Capitals securing the victory in the extra period.
The Columbus Blue Jackets traded David Jiricek and a 2025 fifth-round pick to the Minnesota Wild for Daemon Hunt, a 2025 first-round pick (top-five protected), and additional future picks. Despite Jiricek's potential as a top-four defenseman, his inconsistent play and skating concerns led to a diminished trade value. The Blue Jackets' return is seen as a poor investment, given Jiricek was a high draft pick in 2022. Minnesota receives a promising player who may benefit from a change of scenery.
The Minnesota Wild have traded their 2025 first-round pick, along with defenseman Daemon Hunt and several other draft picks, to the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for young defenseman David Jiricek and a 2025 fifth-round pick. Jiricek, a 21-year-old Czech player, was drafted sixth overall in 2022 but struggled to find his place with the Blue Jackets. Wild President Bill Guerin sees Jiricek as a valuable addition to the team's defense, despite his previous challenges, and views the trade as an investment in the team's future.