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05-02-2008 - Blue Jackets 2007-08 rookie review

Columbus had a total of 11 rookies suit up for them during the 2007-08 season.

04-11-2008 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects, Spring 2008

The Blue Jackets boast one of the top prospect pools in terms of top-end talent.

01-29-2008 - Blue Jackets NCAA prospects update

The Columbus Blue Jackets have five prospects currently playing in the NCAA.

12-31-2007 - Blue Jackets AHL/ECHL prospect update

Dan LaCosta was one of a few players injured in the Elmira Jackals bus crash.

12-23-2007 - Blue Jackets 2008 WJC preview

Among the three Columbus prospects heading to the Czech Republic for the World U20 Championships, one prospect returns home with the potential to win tournament MVP, and several others hope to bring home gold medal.

11-28-2007 - Blue Jackets fall 2007 junior prospect update

The Columbus Blue Jackets hold the rights to 12 prospects playing this season in the junior leagues across North America.

10-31-2007 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

The Top 20 list for the Blue Jackets features a new No. 1 prospect, four fresh 2007 draft picks, and several prospects falling down the rankings.

10-05-2007 - Syracuse Crunch 2007-08 season preview

The Syracuse Crunch enter their 14th AHL season with a brand new look from the team that finished in fifth place, five points out of a playoff spot in the North Division last season.

09-14-2007 - Blue Jackets 2007 training camp preview

Blue Jackets camp is wide open for rookies to make an impact.

07-05-2007 - Blue Jackets 2007 draft review

For the third straight season, the Jackets found themselves just outside of the top five selections, yet still had a player widely viewed as their primary target fall through to them.

06-18-2007 - Blue Jackets 2007 draft preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets will select at the No. 7 position in the 2007 NHL Entry Draft.

06-12-2007 - Blue Jackets 2002 draft evaluation

The Blue Jackets traded into the top spot in the 2002 draft and tabbed Canadian forward Rick Nash as the face of the franchise on the forward line. Overall, they had the second highest average NHL games per pick behind Toronto.

04-15-2007 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

Derick Brassard takes over as the Blue Jackets' No. 1 prospect.

02-07-2007 - Blue Jackets NCAA prospects update

The Columbus Blue Jackets have six prospects in the NCAA.

12-14-2006 - Mason continuing a tradition of fine goaltending in London

The list of quality goaltenders whose route to the NHL has taken them through London, Ontario is notable in its length and quality.

12-05-2006 - Blue Jackets junior prospects update

In a system top-heavy on talent spread across the Columbus, Syracuse and Dayton benches, the next crop of juniors looking up the ladder are reflective of an organization in transition.

10-06-2006 - Syracuse Crunch 2006-07 season preview

Coming off a disappointing finish to the 2005-06 season that saw the team secure 47 regular-season wins only to be pushed out of the playoffs in the first round, the Syracuse Crunch enter the new year with most of the same pieces in place.

09-13-2006 - Blue Jackets training camp preview

As they prepare to enter their sixth training camp in franchise history, the Columbus Blue Jackets find themselves firmly amidst the most pronounced youth movement in the team’s short history.

08-31-2006 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

Gilbert Brule remains atop the Columbus Blue Jackets prospect list.

07-07-2006 - Blue Jackets 2006 draft review

For the seventh straight season since their entrance into the NHL fraternity, the Columbus Blue Jackets made their first selection of the NHL Entry Draft in the single digits.

06-16-2006 - Blue Jackets 2006 draft preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets hold the No. 6 pick in the 2006 NHL Entry Draft.

06-10-2006 - Blue Jackets 2001 draft evaluation

Judgement of the Blue Jackets' 2001 Entry Draft selections remains an open question, with first rounder Pascal Leclaire on the cusp of the NHL.

05-25-2006 - Q&A with Gilbert Brule

Brule made the NHL before two major injuries kept him out of the Blue Jackets lineup much of the year. In January he was sent back to the Vancouver Giants and now he’s poised to win a Memorial Cup.

05-22-2006 - Q&A with Trevor Hendrikx

Trevor Hendrikx is making good on his second chance with the Columbus Blue Jackets.

04-30-2006 - Blue Jackets 2005-06 rookie review

The Blue Jackets season saw the debut of a potential franchise player in 23-year-old goaltender Pascal Leclaire.

04-08-2006 - Blue Jackets CHL prospects update

Eleven Columbus prospects competed in the CHL in 2005-06.

03-12-2006 - Matured Johnson back up with the Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets called up defenseman Aaron Johnson on Mar. 2.

03-09-2006 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

Gilbert Brule leads the Columbus Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects.

01-22-2006 - Blue Jackets NCAA prospects update

Seven Columbus Blue Jackets prospects are currently lacing them up in the collegiate ranks.

01-01-2006 - 2006 WJC: Kris Russell for Team Canada

Currently manning the blue line at the 2006 World Junior Championships for Team Canada is Blue Jackets prospect Kris Russell.

12-30-2005 - Lindstrom still adjusting in Syracuse

One of the young guns Syracuse was counting on to carry a good deal of the offense is talented left winger Joakim Lindstrom.

12-14-2005 - Blue Jackets goaltending pipeline

As Pascal Leclaire graduates to the NHL club, it's a good time to take a look at the goaltending prospects of the Blue Jackets system.

12-06-2005 - Blue Jackets AHL/ECHL prospects update

The Columbus Blue Jackets' two minor league affiliates, the Syracuse Crunch of the AHL and the Dayton Bombers of the ECHL, currently have a combined 12 Jackets prospects on their rosters.

11-02-2005 - Blue Jackets CHL prospects update

The Columbus Blue Jackets have 11 prospects competing in the CHL this season.

10-16-2005 - Three prospects to be contributors for Columbus

Columbus is looking to see big contributions from second-year center Nikolai Zherdev as well as first-year players center Dan Fritsche and goaltender Pascal Leclaire.

10-09-2005 - Syracuse Crunch season preview

The Syracuse Crunch begin the season with a very young defense.

09-12-2005 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

2005 pick Gilbert Brule debuts at No. 2 on the Columbus Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects list.

08-05-2005 - Blue Jackets 2005 draft review

The Columbus Blue Jackets made eight selections in the 2005 entry draft, starting with center Gilbert Brule.

07-24-2005 - Blue Jackets 2005 draft preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets will try to again strike gold with their No. 6 selection in the 2005 NHL Entry Draft.

07-10-2005 - Blue Jackets 2000 draft evaluation

The 2000 NHL Entry Draft was the first in the history of the Columbus Blue Jackets, who had 11 draft picks at their disposal,

05-23-2005 - Q&A with Marc Methot

Blue Jackets defensive prospect Marc Methot has been a hero already at the 2005 Memorial Cup.

04-03-2005 - Adam Pineault proves himself in QMJHL

After a full season in major junior, Adam Pineault is showing why many considered him worthy of a first round selection.

03-17-2005 - Q&A with Andrew Murray

Bemidji State's Andrew Murray was named the CHA’s Player and Student-Athlete of the Year.

03-05-2005 - Q&A with Dan Fritsche

Recently traded to the record-breaking London Knights, Dan Fritsche talks about his past two seasons, including the World Juniors.

02-07-2005 - Q&A with Tyler Kolarik

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Tyler Kolarik is a rookie with the Dayton Bombers in the ECHL and represented the team at the ECHL All-Star game.

01-31-2005 - Blue Jackets CHL prospects update

Dan Fritsche is one of 11 Columbus Blue Jackets prospects currently playing in the CHL.

01-08-2005 - Blue Jackets AHL prospects update

The Blue Jackets Joe Motzko leads the Syracuse Crunch in scoring, with 24 points.

12-27-2004 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

Nik Zherdev returns to top the Blue Jackets top prospects following the criteria change.

12-09-2004 - Picard's progress on schedule in Lewiston

Blue Jackets prospect Alexandre Picard started off slowly this season, but currently sits in the top ten in QMJHL goal scoring and in the league’s top 15 for points.

12-05-2004 - Blue Jackets GM Doug MacLean scouts his troops

Columbus Blue Jackets GM Doug MacLean was in Moncton this weekend checking up on two of his team's prospects, Adam Pineault and Alexandre Picard. He talks about their progress and many others.

11-06-2004 - Konsorada rebounds from injured season

Tim Konsorada leads the Brandon Wheat Kings in assists having missed nearly the entire 2003-04 season with a shoulder injury.

10-11-2004 - Syracuse Crunch season preview

The Syracuse Crunch head into 2004-05 looking to put behind them the disappointment from last year’s first round playoff loss.

08-09-2004 - Blue Jackets Top 20 prospects

Center Danny Fritsche top the Columbus Blue Jackets prospects chart.

08-07-2004 - Pineault prepares for move to the QMJHL

An in-depth look at Columbus Blue Jackets 46th overall selection Adam Pineault, as he prepares to make the transition from NCAA hockey to the QMJHL.

08-07-2004 - Zherdev may rejoin CSKA

Columbus Blue Jackets rookie Nikolai Zherdev is exploring a return to his former club in Russia, CSKA.

07-03-2004 - Blue Jackets 2004 draft review

The Columbus Blue Jackets made 12 selections in the 2004 Entry Draft, headlined by Alexandre Picard.

06-10-2004 - Blue Jackets 2004 draft preview

The Columbus Blue Jackets will pick at No. 4 in the 2004 Entry Draft.

06-06-2004 - Blue Jackets ink Wheat King duo

The Columbus Blue Jackets announced June 1st the signing of a pair of teammates, Tim Konsorada and Ole-Kristian Tollefsen of the Brandon Wheat Kings.

05-30-2004 - Blue Jackets final prospect statistics 2003-04

Final statistics for Columbus Blue Jackets prospects at all levels.

04-22-2004 - Blue Jackets rookie review 2003-04

A look at the 13 rookies who suited up for the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2003-04.

04-11-2004 - Blue Jackets CHL prospect update: Playoff edition

A look at the six Columbus Blue Jacket prospects whose Canadian Hockey League teams advanced to the 2003-04 CHL playoffs.

04-11-2004 - Blue Jackets NCAA prospect season recap

A review of the college hockey season for the eight NCAA prospects owned by the Columbus Blue Jackets.

04-09-2004 - Three Blue Jacket prospects agree to tryout contracts

In recent weeks, the Columbus Blue Jackets have signed three prospect forwards, Steven Goertzen, Peter Zingonito and Greg Mauldin, to amateur try-out contracts.

03-24-2004 - Blue Jackets: CHL prospect season in review

The 2003-04 Canadian Hockey League's regular season has come to a close, and many teams are deep into the first round of their playoff match-ups. A look back on the season that was for those prospects playing in the CHL.

03-24-2004 - Q&A with Blue Jackets GM Doug MacLean

Columbus General Manager Doug MacLean took in a Western Hockey League playoff game this week and spoke with Hockey's Future about the upcoming draft and current Blue Jackets prospects.

03-11-2004 - Rookie Report: Nikolai Zherdev

Russian import Nikolai Zherdev, now cleared to remain in North America, continues to feel his way through his rookie season in the NHL.

02-29-2004 - Blue Jackets CHL Prospect Update

A glimpse of the Columbus Blue Jackets prospects currently playing in the CHL.

02-17-2004 - Will Nikolai Zherdev complete his season with the Blue Jackets?

Examination of the Zherdev case heading into the arbitration hearing next week.

02-04-2004 - Blue Jackets CHL Update

A look at the Columbus Blue Jackets' prospects in the CHL, and how they fared in the month of January.

02-01-2004 - Q&A with Aaron Johnson

An interview with AHL All-Star rookie defenseman Aaron Johnson, currently playing with Columbus' AHL affiliate Syracuse Crunch.

01-31-2004 - Blue Jackets Prospect Watch

The captain of the Brandon Wheat Kings returns, as does a superstar in Sarnia, a Syracuse defenseman is recognized, and an interesting twist to the Columbus Blue Jackets saga of Nikolai Zherdev.

01-17-2004 - Justin Aikins having a breakout season

Columbus Blue Jacket prospect Justin Aikins is coming into his own at the University of New Hampshire.

01-01-2004 - Blue Jackets Prospect Watch

A look at the happenings within the Columbus Blue Jackets prospects including a returnee from the World U20 'B' Championships, another potential season ending injury for a European prospect, and a prospect leaving North America.

12-31-2003 - Blue Jackets CHL update

With the month of December coming to a close, the Canadian Hockey League's 2003-04 season nears its midway point. For the most part, the Columbus Blue Jackets organization should be pleased with the play of several prospects currently lacing up their skates in Major Junior.

12-17-2003 - Blue Jackets Tollefsen Captaining Norway

Columbus Blue Jackets prospect Ole-Kristian Tollefsen is off to France to compete in the World Junior B Championship, representing his native Norway.

12-15-2003 - Blue Jackets NCAA prospect update

An update on all eight of the Columbus Blue Jacket prospects currently working their skills at the NCAA level.

12-13-2003 - Columbus well represented at the WJC's

Columbus Blue Jacket participation in the WJCs makes headlines around the world with the controversy surrounding Nikolai Zherdev.

12-07-2003 - Blue Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Update on prospects in the Columbus Blue Jackets organization currently playing in the CHL 2003-04 season.

12-04-2003 - Blue Jackets AHL prospect update

Update on the play of the 10 Columbus Blue Jackets prospects currently playing for the Syracuse Crunch.

11-29-2003 - Nikolai Zherdev struggles in the RSL

Recap of Nikolai Zherdev's ups and downs, as well as an interview with his agent, Sasha Tyzhnych, regarding his current status.

11-18-2003 - Blue Jackets prospect watch

A look at the happenings within the Columbus Blue Jackets prospects including a Swedish prospect's season ending surgery, a pair of Russian snipers, and a disgruntled netminder.

11-15-2003 - CHL Prospect update

Update on Columbus Blue Jacket prospects playing in the Western Hockey League, Ontario Hockey League, and Quebec Major Junior Hockey League.

11-02-2003 - Blue Jackets: Draft picks paying dividends for the Syracuse Crunch

For the Columbus Blue Jackets, the entry draft is beginning to pay dividends for their top minor league affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch.

10-18-2003 - Blue Jackets: CHL prospect update

A glimpse at the start of the 2003-04 Canadian Hockey League season for prospects of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

10-17-2003 - Blue Jackets: 2003-04 NCAA prospect preview

A glimpse into what the 2003-04 season may hold for Columbus Blue Jacket prospects.

10-13-2003 - Blue Jackets: Pair of prospects secure roster spots

The Columbus Blue Jackets will start the 2003-04 season with two prospects on their opening day roster, Danny Fritsche, who spent last season with the Sarnia Sting of the OHL, and former Syracuse Crunch forward Andrej Nedorost.

09-28-2003 - Blue Jackets: CHL Prospect Update

A glimpse at the Columbus Blue Jackets prospects playing in the CHL as the first two weeks of the season pass by.

09-27-2003 - Blue Jackets: Andrej Nedorost Challenging in Camp

Andrej Nedorost, who is heading into his fourth season as a Blue Jacket, is giving Head Coach and General Manager Doug MacLean a handful of reasons to keep him out of Syracuse this season.

09-15-2003 - Blue Jackets: Enforcers Fighting for a Chance at Camp

Training camp has begun and it seems Columbus has hung a “Tough Guy Wanted” sign in the window of the Core Comm Ice Haus.

09-09-2003 - Blue Jackets: Top 20 reranked

Another year has passed, and the Columbus Blue Jackets organization is a year older, a year wiser, and a year stronger. A new hockey season begs new expectations, new projections and new rankings.

09-09-2003 - Blue Jackets: Rookie Camp roster unveiled

The Columbus Blue Jackets will be hosting their 2003 Rookie Evaluation Camp on Wednesday, September 10th, with dozens of Blue Jacket prospects, familiar faces to those who search out the future of the Columbus organization.

07-31-2003 - Blue Jackets: Overseas prospects

Update on 10 Columbus Blue Jacket prospects playing in Europe.

07-20-2003 - Of Russian Influence - An Introduction To Nikolai Zherdev

What is it that has the Columbus Blue Jackets drooling over Russian sensation Nikolai Zherdev?

07-19-2003 - Blue Jackets CHL Season In Review

Review of the CHL seasons of the 11 Blue Jacket CHL prospects.

07-02-2003 - Blue Jackets NCAA Season In Review

Columbus has collected a fine assortment of role players and is allowing them to continue their development at the US college level.

06-23-2003 - A Distinct Canadian Flavor for Columbus on 'Day Two'

Just as the first day of the draft, rounds 1 through 3, seemingly belonged to the Russians as far as the Columbus Blue Jackets scouting department was concerned, the second day of the draft, rounds 4 through 9, had a very distinct Canadian touch to it.

06-22-2003 - Columbus Opts to go with Russian flavor on 'Day One'

The Columbus Blue Jackets, who had never taken a Russian player higher than 98th overall in club history, broke that trend, selecting two Russians in the first three rounds of the 2003 NHL Entry Draft.

06-18-2003 - Blue Jackets: Draft Retrospective

A review of some of the good and bad selections by the Columbus Blue Jackets.

05-15-2003 - Jacket Prospects Getting The Jump On '03-'04

The youth of the Jackets system are getting geared up for another year as they attend a voluntary camp at The Ice Haus, practice facility for the Blue Jackets.

05-04-2003 - Blue Jackets questions

Welcome to the first ever ‘Ask The Editor, Jackets Style’ article. There were tons of interesting questions asked, and even a couple that may have stumped yours truly. So without further ado, here are your questions, and my answers.

04-03-2003 - Highs & Lows: Jacket Prospect Analysis

Heading into their third National Hockey League season, the Columbus Blue Jackets had certain expectations. Some of these were met, and some of these expectations fell short. Likewise, certain expectations were placed on prospects in their development heading into the season. Some of these were met, and some of these expectations fell short. Taking a glimpse at the successes and shortfalls of prospects in the Columbus Organization may show some surprising results.

03-23-2003 - Knopp Like The Rest: An Exclusive With Ben Knopp

Ben Knopp has a special distinction, the answer to a trivia question only select hockey fans would know and care about. The Jackets were barely an NHL franchise, still in its infancy, with no recognizable names etched in the original team roster at the time of the 2000 Entry Draft, the organization’s first. Ben Knopp has the distinction of being the Jacket’s 2nd ever draft selection.

03-12-2003 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

The CHL is gearing up for the stretch drive towards the playoffs. Some prospects are gearing up for the post-season, while others are looking towards an extended offseason. This edition’s MVP is Kelowna Rockets forward Kiel McLeod, though his time in the organization seems to be limited.<

02-22-2003 - An Exclusive With Karl Goehring

Amidst the clichés and political-correctness that are expected in talking with athletes, there are certain phrases that ring true in ones mind. You can tell from the sincerity in their voices that they truly believe what they are saying. Karl Goehring, goaltender for the Syracuse Crunch, believes he can overcome his size to beat the odds.

02-16-2003 - Jackets CHL Prospects Update

There have been a few prospects not buying into the ‘lull’, and continue to pound out impressive numbers. This update, the MVP Award is going to defenseman Aaron Johnson.

02-15-2003 - The 'After-Nash': Columbus' New Top Ten

As an 18 year old, Rick Nash signed his first professional contract, and weeks later he was in training camp with the likes of Ray Whitney, Marc Denis and Rostislav Klesla. The following weeks, he was dressed in the Columbus Blue Jackets line-up. Months later, he was playing in his 41st NHL game, moving him from the ‘Prospects List’ to the 'Graduated List'. So where does this leave the remaining Jacket Prospects?

02-13-2003 - Are the Crunch Close to Flat Lining?

A body lies on a gurney. Doctors surround it as a dull ring echoes through the room. The words "he's flat lined" fill the air and hang over the body like the grim reaper himself. A nurse rushes into the room pushing a defibrillator. The doctor grabs the paddles as another nurse hastily squirts some gel on the chest of the patient. "Clear" reverberates against.....

02-01-2003 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

This edition's update MVP is unsigned prospect Kiel McLeod. Read on to find out why...

01-29-2003 - An Exclusive With Chris Campoli

Guest writer and Hockey's Future Buffalo Sabres/Nashville Predators Editor Ken McKenna managed to take the opportunity to talk with Erie Otter defenseman Chris Campoli, a player invited to the Columbus Blue Jackets training camp for the 2002-2003 season.

01-27-2003 - The Anatomy of a Penalty Shot

It is arguably the most exciting play in sports. The penalty shot. Hockey's version of the midieval joust. Mono e mono, two players squaring off with all eyes fixed on the participants.

01-19-2003 - Bye, Bye Darren, We Hardly Knew Ya'

To all those looking forward to seeing NHL veteran Darren Van Impe play this upcoming weekend when the Crunch return home from their season long eight-game road swing.

01-15-2003 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Back with the 7th edition of the Jackets CHL Prospect Update. Inside is this rounds Jacket Prospect MVP. Read on to find out more. As well, a special glimpse, a one game critique of the young Jackets in Columbus.

12-31-2002 - 2002 Spengler Cup Has Distinct Crunch Flavor

With the NHL and AHL seasons in full swing and the World Junior Championships heating up in Halifax, it is no surprise that this year's edition of the Spengler Cup receives....

12-27-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

This week’s MVP is none other than Ole-Kristian Tollefsen, who despite not playing any CHL hockey in the past few weeks, earns this right. Find out how this can be by reading on...

12-13-2002 - Columbus Blue Jacket Prospect Report II: Syracuse Crunch Players

It's that time again, time to look at the Blue Jacket prospects currently skating with the Syracuse Crunch. It is our second of eight installments that we will....

12-08-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Welcome to the 5th edition of the Jackets CHL Prospect Update. This week’s MVP is Kelowna Rockets over-ager Kiel McLeod. Read on to find out why he's worthy of this title this time around. Also, a "Special Update" on who you all voted to read about, Per Mars of the USHL's Lincoln Stars. Read on for more info...

11-27-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Welcome to the 4th edition of the Jackets CHL Prospect Update. This week’s MVP is Plymouth Whalers blue liner Cole Jarrett, with his stunning offensive outputs in the last few weeks. As well, vote for who will be the next Special Update among the Columbus Blue Jackets Prospects.

11-12-2002 - Columbus Blue Jacket Prospect Report: Syracuse Crunch Players

Now that the Syracuse Crunch are ten games into the 2002-03 season, we thought it was time to take a look at the Columbus prospects currently skating in Syracuse with the Crunch.

11-10-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Welcome to the 3rd edition of the Jackets CHL Prospect Update. This round, we’re giving the honour of Update MVP to Rimouski Oceanic defenseman Aaron Johnson. Read on to find out why. Also, a special look at a player formally known as property of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

10-27-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Welcome to the 2nd edition of the Jackets CHL Prospect Update. The 2nd Edition’s “Most Valuable Player” tag goes to Seattle Thunderbird forward Steven Goertzen. Find out why by reading on. Also, a special look at the Jackets 2nd round selection in the 2002 Entry Draft.

10-25-2002 - Leclaire Leads Crunch Over Hershey

Flashback to the preseason. A group of reporters huddle around the desk of Head Coach Gary Agnew. The topic of conversation is goaltending and all the scribes in attendance have gloom and doom on their minds.

10-20-2002 - Rusty Crunch Fall for Second Straight Night

Oil! Oil! Reminiscent of the tin man in the classic movie "The Wizard of Oz", the 2002-03 Syracuse Crunch is experiencing the dangers of inactivity. Forced to wait an extra week to begin...

10-12-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Welcome to the first edition of the *new* Canadian Hockey League Update for players property of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Players have moved on from last season, and players have been welcomed under the Blue Jackets banner. Read on for more info...

10-03-2002 - Rick Nash: Down To The Wire

Everyone knows Rick Nash is a hockey player, but how many were aware that he also plays a wicked game of hardball? That would be one thing that Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager Doug MacLean is learning. The first overall pick from the 2002 NHL Entry Draft remains unsigned, as the team edges closer and closer to the beginning of the season...

09-24-2002 - Intense Competition for Jobs at Jacket Camp Fact or Fiction?

Blue Jacket writer Jeff Parzych takes an in-depth look at the so-called battle for roster spots that is taking place amidst this year's Columbus training camp.

07-21-2002 - Jackets Top Ten

A new look at the top ten prospects in the Jackets system, including the likes of Rick Nash, Pascal Leclaire, Kiel McLeod, and many more. Read on to see who is who, and who's ranked where in the Jackets system...

07-06-2002 - Jackets Draft Analysis: Rounds 6-9

Continuing the look at the 2002 Draft for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Rounds 6 through 9 will be highlighted in this selection.

07-02-2002 - Blue Jacket Draft Recap with a Crunch Twist

Blue Jacket writer Jeff Parzych takes a look back at the 2002 Columbus draft and also examines the impact these selections may have on the Syracuse Crunch.

06-30-2002 - Jackets Draft Analysis: Rounds 1-5

A quick glimpse of what General Manager Doug MacLean & Co. could do to build up what has thus been a lackluster crop of prospects at the forward position. Obviously, the addition of Rick Nash suddenly makes this group more distinguished, but MacLean still felt the need to boost his depth at forward by selecting only one player that didn't play the forward position.

06-21-2002 - With Tugnutt Gone Does Syracuse Need to Say Good-Bye to Labbe?

It is not supposed to happen this way. Not after the season he just had and the love affair that has been created between this diminutive netminder from Sherbrooke and the fans of the Syracuse Crunch. In only his first full....

05-31-2002 - Mandeville & Columbus Part Ways

The Columbus Blue Jackets Organization and Louis Mandeville part ways after the Jackets chose not to offer the 2000 9th Round Pick a contract earlier this week.

05-28-2002 - The Future Between the Jackets Pipes

A look at what is to be expected in the near future for Shane Bendera, Pascal Leclaire and Andrew Penner...all property of the Columbus Blue Jackets looking to make a splash by taking their game to a new level...

04-30-2002 - Crunch Fall Victim to Missed Opportunities

It's official. The Syracuse Crunch are now in a real battle in their quest to hoist that elusive Calder Cup sometime in late May. After last night's 4-2 loss to the Chicago Wolves in Game Three of the Western Conference Semifinals, Syracuse now holds.....

04-27-2002 - Crunch Down Wolves in Familiar Fashion

At quick glance, after hearing that the Crunch were victorious in their Game One match-up of the Western Conference Semifinals against the Chicago Wolves, you probably came to the conclusion that superstar goaltender Jean-Francois Labbe was the story of the night. After all, the Crunch did win by the score of....

04-22-2002 - Crunch Sweep Phantoms From Post-Season

After Wednesday's 4-1 victory over the Phantoms in Game 2, a contest that saw the Crunch explode for four goals in the third period for the win, this reporter was in the process of completing an interview with Syracuse forward David Lind by asking one last question. Having won the first two at home, I asked, would you like to ......

04-19-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update: Playoff Edition

And then there were 3. Kiel McLeod(Kelowna), Shane Bendera(Kelowna), and Scott Heffernan(Majors) are the only Jackets prospects left in the playoffs. Inside you'll find all the information from those Jackets Prospects who managed to make it to round two.

04-14-2002 - Crunch Overcome Bad Bounces, Hang On to Down Phantoms

Why should the playoffs be any different? All season long the prevailing characteristic of the 2001-02 Syracuse Crunch has been their ability to overcome adversity. They have been faced with a myriad of obstacles and time after time.....

04-07-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update: Playoff Edition

Updates on all Jacket prospects currently in the midst of the CHL Playoffs, and even some that have already been knocked out. One has to hand it to Jacket Prospect Goalies Pascal Leclaire, Andrew Penner and Shane Bendera for a job well done...Read on for more info...

03-29-2002 - Jackets Farm Update

All the information you need on the Syracuse Crunch, the Columbus Blue Jackets AHL Affiliate. This week, goaltender JF Labbe was named to the AHL's Second Team All-Stars. Read on for more info...

03-26-2002 - Jackets Junior Prospects SIR(Pt 3)

The third and final installment of the season in review for the Jackets prospects focus on those that play in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League. Included are Louis Mandeville, Aaron Johnson, and Pascal Leclaire.

03-24-2002 - Jackets Junior Prospects SIR(Pt 2)

The second installment of the season in review for the Jackets prospects playing in the CHL focus on the OHLers. Included are Cole Jarrett, Andrew Penner, Scott Heffernan, and Ryan Bowness.

03-22-2002 - Jackets Junior Prospects SIR(Pt 1)

A season in review for all major junior prospects who's rights are owned by the Columbus Blue Jackets Part One A season review of Columbus Blue Jackets prospects Shane Bendera, Tyler Sloan, Ben Knopp, and Kiel McLeod.

03-19-2002 - Jackets Deadline Deals

Before 3 O'Clock Eastern Time today, Columbus Blue Jackets GM Doug MacLean managed to pull the trigger on two deals. He completed one, sending veteran blue-liner and first ever team captain Lyle Odelein. The second saw winger Blake Sloan leave.

03-13-2002 - Interview with Louis Mandeville

Interview with Louis Mandeville, the Columbus Jackets 9th Round (292 Overall) Selection in the 2000 Entry Draft.

03-10-2002 - Jackets CHL Prospect Update

Statistical Updates on each Jacket prospect playing in the WHL, OHL, or QMJHL. This week's hottest player is WHL Kamploops Blazer Ben Knopp. Read for more info...

03-08-2002 - Jackets Farm Update

All the transactions from the Blue Jackets AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch.

02-16-2002 - Jackets Farm Update

All the transactions and statistics you desire from the Blue Jackets AHL affiliate, the Syracuse Crunch.

02-12-2002 - Jackets NCAA Update

Updates on Blue Jacket prospects taking the college route to the NHL. Included in this update are Tim Jackman, Tyler Kolarik, and Peter Zingoni. Read on for more...

02-09-2002 - Jacketes CHL Prospects Update

An update on all the players in the CHL whose NHL rights are owned by the Columbus Blue Jackets. Everyone from Aaron Johnson to Tyler Sloan. This weeks most impressive prospect goes to Ben Knopp, who has finally put together his game in recent weeks with his new team, the Kamloops Blazers. Read on for more info...

02-09-2002 - Jackets Rumor Mill

With the roster freeze almost in effect for the Olympics, I figured I'd take this time to take a look at some deadline deal possibilities involving two of the most popular Blue Jacket players, both of which aren't likely to wear the Columbus crest on their jerseys at the end of the season.

02-07-2002 - Jackets Farm Update

A belated update of the Syracuse Crunch, the Columbus Blue Jackets AHL affiliate. Also included is reassignment information on Robert Kron, Preston Mizzi, and more...

01-25-2002 - Jackets CHL Player Update

The 2nd installment of a trio of updates for the Blue Jackets focuses on the ties the Jackets have to the CHL. Updates on guys like Pascal Leclaire, Shane Bendera, Aaron Johnson, Kiel McLeod and Louis Mandeville. Check It Out!

01-25-2002 - Blue Jackets Farm Update

After taking last weekend off to entertain myself with a few hockey games, I'm back with the first of a triple-shot of updates. Here are the news, notes, and stats you so desperately crave for the Syracuse Crunch, the Blue Jackets AHL affiliate.

01-12-2002 - Syracuse Crunch Update

Back yet again with another installment of the Syracuse Crunch Update, a complete listing of the statistics for the Syracuse Crunch...

01-05-2002 - Jackets CHL Player Update

After an extended Christmas Break, I'm back to quench your thirst with all the info you need on the Columbus Blue Jackets CHL players. This time the 'Standout Award' will go to Shane Bendera, who has put up very impressive numbers since joining the Kelowna Rockets. Read on for more info...

12-29-2001 - HF's Spotlight on Jackets Prospect Louis Manderville

Halifax Mooseheads' defenseman Louis Mandeville is a strong offensive defenseman with good size. He sees the ice well, and is considered by many scouts as a solid playmaking defenseman. The Columbus Blue Jackets used their ninth-round pick in the 2000 NHL entry draft to...

12-19-2001 - Bendera Shipped To Rockets

Red Deer Rebel goaltender and Canadian Junior Team invitee Shane Bendera was dealt today to the Kelowna Rockets in a package which sent Jason Stone and Carsen Germyn to the Rebels...

12-19-2001 - Bendera Takes Off For Kelowna

Late yesterday afternoon Shane Bendera had his car packed, but it wasn’t to go join his new Rocket teammates for their game in Moose Jaw against the Warriors. In fact, Bendera wasn’t even aware that he was a member of the Kelowna Rockets at the time. Read on for more info...

12-17-2001 - Jackets CHL Player Update

Update on players from the WHL, OHL, and QMJHL who have been drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets. The player who has shown the most significant improvement this week is Brampton Battalion RWer Ryan Bowness. Read on for more info...

12-16-2001 - Canadian Junior Goaltending Situation Established

On Saturday, Canadian Junior Team Officials made their final roster cuts, which included trimming their goaltenders down from 4 to 2. Both Shane Bendera and Pascal Leclaire, Columbus Blue Jacket goaltending prospects, recieved their fate...

12-08-2001 - AHL Complete Player Update

The statistics of every player to wear a Syracuse Crunch during the 01/02 campaign, the AHL Affiliate of the Columbus Blue Jackets...

11-30-2001 - Jackets CHL Player Update

Updates on players ranging from goaltenders Pascal Leclaire and Shane Bendera to defensemen Aaron Johnson and Cole Jarrett. Information on how each Columbus Blue Jacket draftee is doing in the Canadian Hockey League. Read on for more info...

11-26-2001 - Jackets AHL Player Update

Update on the players of the AHL's Syracuse Crunch, minor-league affiliate with the Columbus organization.

11-13-2001 - Blue Jackets CHL Prospect Report

Columbus's prospect report in the Canadian Hockey League.

11-12-2001 - The Bears Even Up with the Crunch

AHL Report's Brian Bertolette checks in with his latest game recap from the Hershey Bears and Syracuse Crunch matchup. If you still haven't checked out the AHL Report, there still is time!

11-09-2001 - Blue Jackets AHL Player Update

Report on the Jackets minor and junior league players.

10-10-2001 - Blue Jackets Nielsen Out 4-6 Weeks

Chris Nielsen is expected to be out 4-6 weeks. In other news, the Syracuse scoring is updated along with other Columbus prospects.

10-03-2001 - Four Blue Jacket Rookies See Opening Night

With the final cuts made, the BlueKackets finalized their roster. There were few surprises but a few more rookies made the team.

06-20-2001 - Blue Jackets Draft Preview

Success has its rewards, but in the case of the Columbus Blue Jackets, it also has its drawbacks...

02-22-2001 - Darche recalled to Columbus

As the BlueJackets season winds down a revolving door to Syracuse has been opened. Last night, rookie Mathieu Darche got his shot.

12-02-2000 - Blue Jacket Prospect Update

A statistical anaylisis of the Bluejacket prospects in Syracuse, the IHL, and in major junior.

11-28-2000 - Blue Jacket First Quarter Findings

With their Inagural Season a little more than a quarter over, it is time to get the red pen out and grade Columbus like a graying school teacher.

10-07-2000 - Opening Night 1, starring Columbus and Chicago

The title sounds like a B slasher film already assured of a sequel. Opening Night 2 is on Monday against the Los Angeles Kings. There are no plans for Opening Night 3.

10-01-2000 - Columbus Cuts Not Far Away

With Opening Day just seven days away, MacLean and King are soldifying the pro roster and farming out everone else.

09-06-2000 - Thrashers win 6-4 over Blue Jackets at Traverse City

With only two minor penalties and a few stoppages in play the first 12minutes of the game appeared as if it was going to be a fairly slownight without much scoring, fighting or penalties...

09-06-2000 - Jackets Knutsen Suffers Injury Before Camp

Norwegian and Columbus Blue Jacket Espen Knutsen has suffered a slight shoulder injury just the day before he was scheduled to leave for Camp.

09-01-2000 - Norway`s Knutsen Received Raves From Blue Jackets King

Espen "Sjampo" Knutsen received rave reviews from her new employer Dave King, Head Coach of the expansion Blue Jackets. This will be Knutsen`s second go round on the North American circuit...

08-05-2000 - Basement-bound Jackets, Look Solid for the Future

Mark McGwire didn't hit a home run during his first at-bat in the Major Leagues. Michael Jordan didn't lead the league in scoring in his first couple of seasons and even God needed seven days to create our surroundings. Summing all of that up, you can imagine how the Blue Jackets will not win the Stanley Cup next season. However, five years from now could be a different story.

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