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Reports: Fantilli Talks Get Closer, Term The Main Issue

The Columbus Blue Jackets kick off their season in one week, but still no contract agreement and no sign of restricted free agent Adam Fantilli as they enter the second week of training camp. But we could be getting closer. Blue Jackets insider Aaron Portzline appeared on Oilers Now and reported that the holdup of late seems to be more focused on term.  The Blue Jackets have tried to get longer term, and with longer term, from Fantilli's camp's perspective, you're saying, 'If I'm giving u...

Sabres’ blue line hit hard by 2 key injuries ahead of opening night

The Buffalo Sabres open their 2026-27 regular-season against the Columbus Blue Jackets in exactly a week’s time, and they could be without two key pieces of their defensive unit for the opening contest. Both Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger are question marks after suffering injuries against those same Blue Jackets in a preseason game Tuesday. […] The post Sabres’ blue line hit hard by 2 key injuries ahead of opening night appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Oilers legend ‘horrified’ by Mike Babcock hiring

The Edmonton Oilers went to back-to-back Stanley Cup Finals under Kris Knoblauch, but after exiting in the first round in 2025-26, the team moved on from the coach. The Oilers then hired controversial coach Mike Babcock. Babcock was hired in 2023 by the Columbus Blue Jackets, but never coached a game after asking to see […] The post Oilers legend ‘horrified’ by Mike Babcock hiring appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Pens Points: Columbus Calling

Game three of the Pittsburgh Penguins preseason slate is scheduled for later this evening as they head west to take on the Columbus Blue Jackets. This will be the first of two road preseason games, with the second coming on Saturday in the preseason finale. Most importantly, the countdown to the regular season is now […]

PROSPECT STANDOUTS ft. ANTON JOHANSSON & WESTERN CONFERENCE PREVIEW – Winged Wheel Podcast – Sep. 23

This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the excitement of Detroit’s youth in a big preseason performance, & features a timely interview with defense prospect Anton Johansson. Hockeytown news & analysis covers Marco Kasper vs. Sidney Crosby, the roster battles taking shape, and a full Western Conference preview. (00:00) – Intro Brad is down and out, so Ryan and Evan have free reign. (05:50) – Preseason Game Recap The Wings get shut out by Columbus, then bounce back with a 7-4 win featuring Anton ...

What’s the holdup in Fantilli negotiations? Will Hughes extension get done?

TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun joins SC with Jay Onrait to discuss what he thinks is the biggest holdup in Adam Fantilli’s contract negotiations with the Blue Jackets, if he expects the Wild to sign Quinn Hughes to an extension, shares his biggest takeaway from his conversation with Senators owner Michael Andlauer, and much more.

Sabres D Mattias Samuelsson week to week with injury; Olen Zellweger in concussion protocol

BUFFALO – It took less than one week of training camp for injuries to the hit the Sabres hard. When the Sabres open the season next Thursday on the road against the Columbus Blue Jackets, they could be without two of their top four defensemen. Mattias Samuelsson, their top shutdown defender, is week to week with a lower-body injury he suffered blocking a shot in Tuesday’s 5-1 preseason win over Columbus, coach Lindy Ruff said.... Read the full article The post Sabres D Mattias Samuelsson...

Penguins announce roster for preseason game against Columbus

Here are the players the Penguins are bringing to Columbus for their preseason game tomorrow night. From the team: Below is the Penguins’ lineup for Thursday night’s preseason game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena. Puck drop is set for 7:00 PM ET, and fans can tune in to the game on the […]

Sabres’ Samuelsson week-to-week, Zellweger in concussion protocol

The Buffalo Sabres will open the season without at least one important defenceman. Mattias Samuelsson is week-to-week with a lower-body injury after he was hurt blocking a shot in a pre-season game Tuesday, Sabres coach Lindy Ruff told reporters Wednesday, per Rachel Lenzi of the Buffalo News. And fellow defenceman Olen Zellweger is in concussion protocol after he was on the receiving end of a bruising hit from Columbus Blue Jackets defenceman Carson Soucy on Tuesday. Ruff did say he talked to...

Blue Jackets Foundation Golf Classic 2026 Recap | $300K+ Raised for Columbus

Before we took the ice this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets hit the course for a great cause. Thanks to our players, alumni, partners and fans, the 2026 Blue Jackets Foundation Golf Classic raised more than $300,000 to support kids and families across Central Ohio. Learn more about the Blue Jackets Foundation at BlueJackets.com/Foundation Follow the #CBJ on social media! TikTok: http://BlueJackets.com/TikTok Instagram: http://BlueJackets.com/Instagram Twitter: http://BlueJackets.com/Twitter ...

“We’ll Know More Tomorrow” | Lindy Ruff Provides Injury Updates

Buffalo Sabres head coach Lindy Ruff speaks to the media on September 22, 2026 after the second preseason game vs the Columbus Blue Jackets. He provides injury updates on Zellweger and Samuelsson. He discusses the positives from the game and things to work on, along with the chemistry between Ostlund and Benson. Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabres Action: https://bufsabres.co/2XAYg5m #BuffaloSabres #Sabres #NHL For more Sabres action: Sabres.com F...

LIVE: Sabres Live | September 23, 2026

Live stream of Sabres Live featuring Brian Duff & Martin Biron. Today’s Guest: Eric Staal – Special Assistant to the General Manager Show topics include: Last night’s preseason game vs Columbus, Zellweger Injury, Samuelsson Update, Eric Staal in Studio, Around the NHL, This Day in Hockey History Subscribe to the Buffalo Sabres YT Channel: https://bit.ly/2G1G8eT For More Sabres Action: https://bufsabres.co/2XAYg5m #BuffaloSabres #Sabres #NHL For more Sabres action: Sabres.com Follow us on Twitt...

Sabres lose Mattias Samuelsson, Olen Zellweger to injuries in preseason win

BUFFALO – Uh-oh. Tuesday’s 5-1 preseason win over the Columbus Blue Jackets’ junior varsity squad proved to be costly, as defensemen Mattias Samuelsson and Olen Zellweger both left the game with injuries. Samuelsson, 26, blocked Luca Pinelli’s shot 4:36 into the second period before leaving the game around the halfway mark. Coach Lindy Ruff said Samuelsson, the Sabres’ top shutdown defender, will be further evaluated today. Meanwhile, Ruff said Zellweger, 23, suffered a concussion when...