Columbus Blue Jackets Confirm 23-Man NHL Roster for 2025-26 Season

The Columbus Blue Jackets, celebrating their 25th anniversary, have seen notable players such as Sergei Fedorov, Artemi Panarin, and Johnny Gaudreau, with key franchise figures like Boone Jenner and Cam Atkinson leaving significant marks through leadership and statistical achievements. The team’s lone playoff series victory came in 2019 with a sweep of the Tampa Bay Lightning, a milestone that deeply resonated with players and fans alike. Heading into the 2025-26 NHL season, the Blue Jackets finalized a 23-man roster featuring mostly returning players, supplemented by veterans Charlie Coyle and Miles Wood to bolster depth. Key players like defenseman Zach Werenski, who had an outstanding previous season, and young forward Matthew Beniers, who made a significant leap, are central to the team's aspirations for a playoff return. The Blue Jackets have also developed a tougher, more physical identity, with enforcer Mathieu Olivier leading the NHL in fight wins and establishing a new level of team toughness. This combination of veteran leadership, emerging young talent, and a renewed physical presence positions the Blue Jackets well for a postseason push in the coming season.