An explosive offense, plucky defense, impressive coaching and deft management decisions have the Blue Jackets battling for a playoff spot.

Before what will be an important second half for Columbus, let's evaluate what we've seen from every player to this point.

Trending: After sweeping the series in the Kraken’s inaugural season of 2022-23, the Blue Jackets have lost the last five games to Seattle including a 4-2 final Nov. 12 in the Emerald City. Former CBJ: Bjorkstrand is now in his third season with the Kraken and has four points (1-3-4) in two career games against the Blue Jackets in Nationwide Arena.

Mathieu Olivier is proving that he's much more than a one-trick enforcer for the Blue Jackets. He's also a versatile power forward and pending UFA.

There isn't a better story than the play of the Blue Jackets. The Senators join them in the playoff picture but the Rangers are in trouble.

The Seattle Kraken are in Columbus tonight to face the Blue Jackets for the second and final time of the season. The Kraken beat the Jackets on November 12th by a score of 5-2.

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The American Hockey League’s highest-scoring player is headed to the NHL. The Columbus Blue Jackets announced they’ve recalled Luca Del Bel Belluz from their AHL affiliate, the Cleveland Monsters.

As the OHL trade deadline approaches, another Columbus Blue Jackets prospect has been traded. Goaltender Nolan Lalonde, along with draft picks, has been acquired by the Soo Greyhounds. In return, the Kingston Frontenacs will receive goaltender Charlie Schenkel.

Johnny Gaudreau's jersey number will be retired by his junior team at a ceremony this weekend honoring him and his late brother, Matthew.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have recalled forward Luca Del Bel Belluz from the Cleveland Monsters, it was announced Wednesday. Del Bel Belluz, who was selected by the Blue Jackets in the second round of the 2022 NHL Draft, is currently leading the AHL in points. Through 34 games, he has scored 17 goals and added 20 assists for 37 points.