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Blue Jackets respond angrily to Patrik Laine's criticism, earn comeback win over CanadiensLaine received boos from the fans, hits from the players and no "welcome back" video from the front office.Aaron Portzline237Blue Jackets respond angrily to Patrik Laine's criticism, earn comeback win over Canadiens

Blue Jackets may have avoided Zach Werenski injury scare, but their OT struggles continueAfter a 5-4 loss to Philadelphia, Columbus dropped to a 1-6 record in OT games this season.Aaron Portzline55Blue Jackets may have avoided Zach Werenski injury scare, but their OT struggles continue

Zach Werenski revels in Blue Jackets growth, seeks spot on U.S. 4 Nations rosterThe NHL will announce rosters for the 4 Nations Face-Off on Dec. 4. Werenski has made a strong case this season to crack the U.S. team.Aaron Portzline24Zach Werenski revels in Blue Jackets growth, seeks spot on U.S. 4 Nations roster

Blue Jackets' Dean Evason infuriated by non-call in overtime loss: 'It's ridiculous!'The Blue Jackets forced overtime against the Canadiens but fell just 44 seconds into OT after a play that set Evason off.Aaron Portzline80Blue Jackets' Dean Evason infuriated by non-call in overtime loss: 'It's ridiculous!'

Zach Werenski sets career high, scores OT winner in Blue Jackets' wild win over Lightning"I've seen a lot of hockey players," coach Dean Evason said of Werenski. "I don't think I've seen one like him, honestly."Aaron Portzline50Zach Werenski sets career high, scores OT winner in Blue Jackets' wild win over Lightning

Blue Jackets show no finishing touch in loss to Anaheim: 'Enough of the moral victories'Despite mustering 42 shots, the Blue Jackets struggled to convert on their offensive dominance against the Ducks.Aaron Portzline45Blue Jackets show no finishing touch in loss to Anaheim: 'Enough of the moral victories'

Blue Jackets' recently built No. 1 line unites, erupts in surprising win over Avalanche"They've got a chemistry, a relationship, a bond in that room already," coach Dean Evason said after the Jackets' 6-4 win Saturday.Aaron Portzline68Blue Jackets' recently built No. 1 line unites, erupts in surprising win over Avalanche

Blue Jackets hold on for as long as they can but fall to LightningColumbus was no match for Steven Stamkos and Tampa Bay in a 5-2 loss.Aaron Portzline48Blue Jackets hold on for as long as they can but fall to Lightning

Blue Jackets match NHL record in rousing win over free-falling FlyersAll six of the Blue Jackets' goals vs. the Flyers were scored by defensemen, matching an NHL record set more than 31 years ago.Aaron Portzline50Blue Jackets match NHL record in rousing win over free-falling Flyers

Blue Jackets continue ugly trend in blowout loss to CoyotesAfter an early lead Tuesday, the Blue Jackets allowed four third-period goals to the Coyotes. "We're finding ways to lose every night."Aaron Portzline97Blue Jackets continue ugly trend in blowout loss to Coyotes

With Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski out, will David Jiricek get a bigger role on defense?Columbus didn't give a specific diagnosis on Werenski, but he is expected to miss multiple weeks.Aaron Portzline73With Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski out, will David Jiricek get a bigger role on defense?

Blue Jackets cave in third period, lose to Canadiens: 'It's hard to swallow'The Blue Jackets have been unable to grab hold of games in the balance. Wednesday they lost two second-period leads to the Canadiens. Aaron Portzline101Blue Jackets cave in third period, lose to Canadiens: 'It's hard to swallow'

Blue Jackets' sloppy play, Werenski injury sully opening night — and Fantilli's 'excellent' debutThere's a lot of "new" around Columbus, but that's not what cost them against the Flyers.Aaron Portzline151Blue Jackets' sloppy play, Werenski injury sully opening night — and Fantilli's 'excellent' debut

Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski back on the ice after shoulder injuryThe biggest boost the Blue Jackets will get on the blue line this season will be the return to health of Werenski.Aaron Portzline36Blue Jackets' Zach Werenski back on the ice after shoulder injury

Blue Jackets face worst-case scenario with Zach Werenski, Nick Blankenburg injuriesCoach Brad Larsen said "everything's on the table" when it comes to dealing with devastating losses.Aaron Portzline71Blue Jackets face worst-case scenario with Zach Werenski, Nick Blankenburg injuries

Columbus' Zach Werenski will miss remainder of the season with upper body injuryZach Werenski will miss the remainder of the season with a torn labrum and separated shoulder.Aaron Portzline and The Athletic Staff61Columbus' Zach Werenski will miss remainder of the season with upper body injury

Blue Jackets snap losing streak but lose Werenski to injury — 'Not good at all'Werenski, the Blue Jackets' top defenseman and power-play point man, left in the first period and his coach gave a dire update.Aaron Portzline67Blue Jackets snap losing streak but lose Werenski to injury — 'Not good at all'

No hard feelings: Blue Jackets set to welcome Chicago’s Seth Jones back to NationwideThere's no doubt the Blue Jackets will welcome Jones back with a message on the big board. The crowd response should interesting.Aaron Portzline45No hard feelings: Blue Jackets set to welcome Chicago’s Seth Jones back to Nationwide

Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski eating big minutes, adjusting well to being ‘lead dog’ on defenseWerenski, in a bigger role after the Seth Jones trade, is playing big minutes and has "taken his game to another level."Aaron Portzline17Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski eating big minutes, adjusting well to being ‘lead dog’ on defense

Inside an NHL offseason skate with Zach Werenski, Zac Jones, Will Lockwood and Brandon NauratoA behind-the-scenes look into how Werenski, Jones and other NHL players tackle their offseason goals to get better.Max Bultman39Inside an NHL offseason skate with Zach Werenski, Zac Jones, Will Lockwood and Brandon Naurato

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