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• Trump tariffs and statehood comments about Canada stir loyalty debate about NHL great Wayne Gretzky

BRANTFORD, Ontario (AP) — John Davidson has difficulty remembering the last time Wayne Gretzky visited his childhood home across the street in this small city a couple hours' drive southwest of Toronto....2025
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• Recap #70: Jackets battle back for a shootout win on the island
The Columbus Blue Jackets entered a critical game in the wild card race with some reinforcements in Sean Monahan and Erik Gudbranson. Could they make up ground on the host New York Islanders? First Period Oh yeah, Monahan’s back. hasn't missed a beat 😏 pic.twitter.com/v4OLZfuvM9— Columbus Blue Jackets (@BlueJacketsNHL) March 24, 2025 Sadly that was about the only thi...2025
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• Game #8 Recap: Elvis, Jackets’ offense shine, McDavid lost to injury in a 6-1 victory
A bit of a different feel in the broadcast tonight with John Davidson filling in with Jody calling the Amazon game tonight. He’s an established veteran broadcaster but it’s strange after so many years in the front office. Elvis gets a tough test in his return to the crease after some time away with a […]...2024
• TBC: My New Hero

Anyone who knows me knows that I rarely have free time to just kick back and relax. I would like to do this more, but I always have something on the go. In saying this, I find it hard to sit down and commit to a book in the summer because of how busy I keep myself, but I finally took some time this past week to get into one book whose premise seemed interesting and whose author sent me an advance ...2024
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• Rangers GM Chris Drury Learning From Past Mistakes
Near the end of the 2021 COVID-shortened season, the New York Rangers made headlines when they fired president of hockey operations, John Davidson and general manager Jeff Gorton. The man…...2024
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• NHL Rumors: Who Will be the Next Columbus Blue Jackets General Manager?

It's pretty evident that John Davidson and Mike Priest who are managing the search committee for the Columbus Blue Jackets are kicking over stone....2024
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• Game #8 Recap: Elvis, Jackets’ offense shine, McDavid lost to injury in a 6-1 victory
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• Blue Jackets’ John Davidson Not Expecting Major Deadline Moves
John Davidson has a lot on his plate right now. He continues to recover from back surgery he had earlier in the season. But now he’s running the Blue Jackets…...2024
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• Zeroes At The NHL All-Star Game

If you're an NHL fan, you've likely known for some time that the numbers zero and double-zero are both outlawed by the league. The reasoning for this was that the NHL's statistic database didn't recognize those numbers as valid numbers being used, so the NHL outlawed them in 1996-97. That ended the hopes of seeing Martin Biron carrying on in his career wearing #00, Kevin Weekes never wearing the n...2023
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• Blue Jackets’ John Davidson Reflects on Frustrating Season
The 2022-23 season for the Columbus Blue Jackets has been nothing short of crazy. From their rash of injuries to the play on the ice, they have had a lot…...2023
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• Jarmo Week: Is Kekalainen the right man to lead the Blue Jackets?
Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images After reviewing the resume, has Jarmo done enough as GM? Thanks for tuning in for JARMO WEEK! To mark the 10 year anniversary of Jarmo Kekalainen becoming general manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets, we have spent the last four days recapping some highs and lows from his decade in charge: Best/Worst SigningsBest/Worst Draft PicksBest/Worst Trades...2023
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• Jarmo Week: Revisiting the best and worst draft picks of Kekalainen’s tenure
Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images There were a few homeruns, but quite a few whiffs EDITOR’S NOTE: Welcome to Jarmo Week! February 13 will mark the 10 year anniversary of Jarmo Kekalainen assuming the role of General Manager of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Over the last decade, the franchise has seen some highs and lows, with Jarmo himself making some splashy moves and also some costly err...2023
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• 2021-22 Training Camp Battles: Wingers
Photo by Jamie Sabau/NHLI via Getty Images A preview of all the wingers going into Blue Jackets Training Camp. That time of year is upon us! The Columbus Blue Jackets battled in the Traverse City Prospects Tournament over the last week for the first time since 2019, going 4-0. Now we dive into the roster battles featuring all the wingers, both established and those that might crack the ros...2021
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• Cannon Blasts: Loyalty was a lie
Photo by NHL Images/NHLI via Getty Images Wrapping up a week that saw a dramatic overhaul of the Blue Jackets’ depth chart For at least two years now, the narrative looming over the Columbus Blue Jackets is that — for a combination of factors — they struggle to retain top talent. It defines their reputation around the league, as reflected in this tweet from The Athletic’s Montreal writer: ...2021
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• 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Oskar Olausson has lots of overlooked talent
Photo by Codie McLachlan/Getty Images The smooth-skating winger could be a great addition late in the first round We are less than a month away from the 2021 NHL Entry Draft (July 23-24), so it’s time to start researching the prospects likely to be selected in the first round. The Columbus Blue Jackets currently hold three picks in that round: #5, #24, and #31. Oskar Olausson Position: LW/...2021
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• Collecting vs. Building
Photo by Rick Osentoski/Getty Images Thoughts on a continually changing Blue Jackets roster This weekend, I thought back to some of my favorite toys as a kid. For years, I was obsessed with toy cars. I collected over a hundred of them from Matchbox and Hot Wheels. I learned a lot about different makes and models, and spent time organizing them in different ways. I don’t know exactly what h...2022
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• Cannon Blasts: Some familiar faces take on new roles
Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images That and more of this week’s links Since our last Cannon Blasts, the Blue Jackets made their second big move of the offseason (the first being the return of John Davidson as president of hockey operations) by promoting assistant coach Brad Larsen to be their next head coach. I had thoughts about that. Last week, they announced a series of hires and promotio...2021
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"It was tripping on Bo Horvat, but guest commentator John Davidson thought it was a bad call."

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"President of hockey operations John Davidson will take over while the team looks to hire a replacement."

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"President John Davidson to those who were critical of Mike Babcock's hiring as @BlueJacketsNHL from the moment his name was floated:"Maybe they were right."

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"Ever since John Davidson and Jarmo Kekalainen came to Columbus in 2012-2013, they’ve preached about accountability."

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"If Kekalainen can’t be an effective mouthpiece for the organization, there’s always John Davidson ."

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"New York Rangers hotshot rookie goaltender Igor Shesterkin suffered a non-displaced rib fracture in a car accident in Brooklyn on Sunday night and will be reevaluated in "a couple of weeks," according to Rangers president John Davidson."

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"John Davidson resigns as Blue Jackets president, and Rangers might be next stop "

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"John Davidson on Blue Jackets' intent at trade deadline."

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"To hear team president John Davidson explain it, the story is a mixture of about one-part serendipity and three parts elbow grease and due diligence."

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"Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations John Davidson is pleased with the additions made this summer, but realizes they must translate into success on the ice."

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"-- John Davidson, the Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations, addressed the contract negotiations with restricted free agent center Ryan Johansen on Tuesday."

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• Third Overall Revealed: Columbus Blue Jackets Share Their Pick Plan for the 2023 NHL Draft
Who the Columbus Blue Jackets want to choose with the third overall choice in the 2023 NHL Draft has been given a big hint by the team. During a conversation on Ohio Sports Radio’s “97.1 The Fan” about the Blue Jackets’ draft preparations, President of Hockey Operations John Davidson gave a big indication about their … Author information Igor Burdetskiy Founder, ...2023
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• Jarmo Week: Is Kekalainen the right man to lead the Blue Jackets?
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• Where is the accountability in Columbus?
Photo by Ben Jackson/NHLI via Getty Images A historic off-season for the Blue Jackets has been marred by questionable decisions and a poor product on the ice. Expectations were not sky-high going into the season for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Most fans would have been satisfied with a team that showed improvement and growth and forgiving of a poor result in the standings as long as the tea...2022
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• Scouting a Divisional Opponent - the New York Rangers made big changes on and off the ice
Photo by Bill Wippert/NHLI via Getty Images The Rangers' emphasis on getting tougher was quite evident The New York Rangers’ tumultuous offseason began before the season officially ended. It largely stemmed from a rather meaningless game at the end of the season, in which the Rangers were basically playing out the stretch. You may recall the “incident” that had the whole hockey world outra...2021
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• Cannon Blasts: Loyalty was a lie
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• 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Oskar Olausson has lots of overlooked talent
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• Zeroes At The NHL All-Star Game
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• Where is the accountability in Columbus?
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• Morning Flurries: Tampa Bay Lightning repeat as Stanley Cup champions
Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images ...and now the Colorado Avalanche offseason truly begins What seemed inevitable finally was written in the history books as the Tampa Bay Lightning secured their second straight Stanley Cup with a 1-0 victory over the Montreal Canadiens in five games. This time the Lightning get to celebrate in front of their fans and a packed house at Amalie Arena. The...2021
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• Jackets 20: Jack Johnson’s willingness to commit to a floundering franchise helped begin a culture change
Photo by Matt Cohen/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Things ended poorly, but let’s remember where we were when the big defenseman arrived, and how important it was when he stepped foot in Columbus. Welcome to the premiere of Jackets 20, a series which celebrates the 20th anniversary of the Columbus Blue Jackets by profiling 20 of the most important players from the first two decades. This...2020
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• Morning Flurries: Undefeated!

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images Your daily dose of Avalanche news, along with other interesting stories across the NHL. All Avalanche The Colorado Avalanche rookies will want to remember their weekend in Las Vegas, and what will happen in Vegas won’t stay in Vegas, as they were undefeated in their efforts against the rookies of the Arizona Coyotes, Anaheim Ducks, and Vegas Golden Kni...2023
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• Collecting vs. Building
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• Scouting a Divisional Opponent - the New York Rangers made big changes on and off the ice
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• Cannon Blasts: Loyalty was a lie
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• Off-season mode: Where the Blue Jackets go from here?
Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images For a team with a lot on their plate, the answer of where to go? Start simple, build up the foundation through the draft. It’s tough to think about hockey-related matters so soon after the tragic passing of Matiss Kivlenieks. If you haven’t heard this week’s edition of The Cannon Cast, Elaine Shircliff shared stories and memories of Kivlenieks from her...2021
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• Rangers goalie Shesterkin injured in car crash
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• How the Blue Jackets Went from the NHL's Biggest Laughingstock to Its Best Team
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• Blue Jackets' Davidson upset with Johansen talks
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. -- John Davidson, the Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations, addressed the contract negotiations with restricted free agent center Ryan Johansen on Tuesday. Johansen, coming off his entry-level contract, last......2014
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• Davidson says Blue Jackets 'have to prove it': report
Columbus Blue Jackets president of hockey operations John Davidson is pleased with the additions made this summer, but realizes they must translate into success on the ice. The Blue Jackets failed to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs last se......2015
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• Blue Jackets could trade Johansen: report
Center Ryan Johansen could be traded, Columbus Blue Jackets president John Davidson told The Columbus Dispatch. "The situation is, we're in a position where we're trying to upgrade our team. If we can make a deal, I don't care who it is, we're ......2015
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• Where is the accountability in Columbus?
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• Blue Jackets know who next captain will be: report
The Columbus Blue Jackets have decided on a captain and will name him before next season, president of hockey operations John Davidson said late last month. "We know who it's going to be," Davidson told Columbus Business First in an interview p......2015
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• Dave Lozo's Bag Skate: Are We Headed for a Low-Scoring, Boring Postseason?
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• Morning Flurries: Undefeated!
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• Zeroes At The NHL All-Star Game
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• Where is the accountability in Columbus?
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• Scouting a Divisional Opponent - the New York Rangers made big changes on and off the ice
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• Blue Jackets offseason rumor roundup
Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports Lot’s of smoke, but no fire yet... With the hiring of new head coach Brad Larsen, the Columbus Blue Jackets have checked the first item off of their offseason to-do list. Apparently, it was always going to be Larsen. Now that the easy work is over, the real challenges are now at the forefront. It’d be an understatement to say this is a HUGE offseason for the t...2021
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• Rangers Rumors: Here’s Who Is Responsible For Statement Ripping NHL

Obviously, John Davidson and Jeff Gorton were not the ones responsible for the scathing statement sent out on New York Rangers letterhead tearing into the NHL. So, not surprisingly, it appears owner James Dolan was the one responsible. The Rangers on Wednesday shockingly canned Davidson and Gorton, which came after they reportedly distanced themselves from […] The post Rangers Rumors: Here&#...2021
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• Rangers introduce Drury, dismiss speculation

At Chris Drury's introductory news conference, Rangers adviser Glen Sather said that the firings of Jeff Gorton and John Davidson had nothing to do with a scathing letter to the NHL....2021
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• Source: Rangers fire GM, prez in shocking move

The New York Rangers fired general manager Jeff Gorton and president John Davidson on Wednesday, a source confirmed to ESPN....2021
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