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The NHL Network did not include Jet Greaves amongst their list of top-10 goaltenders right now. He should be motivated to keep proving everyone wrong.

The Blue Jackets need a new captain, and there are three names that stand out as candidates from the current roster.

Debatably, Sean Monahan was the most disappointing Blue Jacket in 2025-26 after a stellar previous campaign. He needs to be better in 2026-27.

Zach Werenski met with the media today and said all of the right things. But, he also subtly told the organization that there is a catch.

Ivan Provorov was, quietly, one of the better second pairing defensemen in the NHL last year. The question now of course is, can he do it again?

Conor Garland has to find a way to contribute more offensively for the Blue Jackets if they want to battle for a playoff spot this season.

Mikael Pyyhtia will be in competition for a fourth line job with the Blue Jackets this fall. He could be a dark horse to make the roster.

Danton Heinen returns to the Blue Jackets on a one-year deal. He fills an underappreciated need on the fourth line.

Now that the summer lull is kicking in, are there any potential trade acquisitions still lingering for the Blue Jackets?

The Blue Jackets missed a golden opportunity by passing on a future Hall of Famer for an undersized center that they rushed into the NHL.