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Brace yourself. Today, the staff at Union and Blue is making our annual 5 bold predictions for the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Blue Jackets will play this season with no captain. It's risky, but it does make sense for the situation they are in.

Steven Lorentz brings size, depth and experience to the Blue Jackets. His two-way game may come in handy if injuries mount.

Carson Soucy's AAV is an interesting one. Here, we break down how the team came up with his contract value, and why it makes sense.

We asked, and you responded. Here is how the 5th Line reacted to the trade that brings Matthew Knies to Columbus.

Emil Andrae comes to Columbus as a throw-in to the Matthew Knies trade. He shouldn't be overlooked, because he's a capable defender.

Matthew Knies is a different kind of player, but he could be a welcome addition to the top line of the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The Blue Jackets did extremely well in the Kirill Marchenko trade, earning a very high grade from us. Here, we talk about why.

The Blue Jackets have traded Kirill Marchenko and Elvis Merzlikins to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Matthew Knies.

Taking a look at four names who could break out this year, and help the Blue Jackets get over the playoff hump.