Mark Scheig

New: Loaded #CBJ News/Rumors. -Werenski/Fantilli talk better defense. -Werenski on lack of PP's & respect: "I've noticed it for a long time." -Fantilli playing top competition & "100% bought in." -Much more including Werenski's "reset" post Olympics. thehockeywriters.com/blue-jackets-n…

Islanders now below the cut line. Get ready for an intense run to the finish. #CBJ

On Jan 12, #CBJ made a coaching change to Rick Bowness. They were in last place in the Eastern Conference. On March 19, thanks to their 6-3 win over the Rangers, they will finish the night third in the Metro thanks to a game in hand on the Islanders. 17-2-4 since the change.

It’s over. Ottawa wins 3-2. #CBJ

Ottawa just scored with 11.1 left in regulation. 3-2 over the Islanders. #CBJ

@MollieeWalkerr Maybe ;). But there is a slight change.

@mark_scheig I feel like you're punking me from home

Live look at me waiting for the #CBJ cannon

Did ask #NYR HC Mike Sullivan about Zach Werenski this morning, specifically how good he is defensively. Below is Sullivan’s full answer. “Well, I think Zach's such a great athlete, first and foremost. He’s an elite skater. I always-- when just describing types of skaters, some guys skate on top of the ice, some guys sink into the ice. Zach skates on top of it. He takes three strides, and he can separate. If he gets beat defensively, he has the ability to recover because of his skating ability. He's a real competitive guy. I think his offense is very evident to everybody, but I think his defense is sneaky good with his size, his reach, and his skating ability. And if he does get beat, like I said, he has an uncanny ability to recover. In a lot of ways, the way he plays the game, even though he lines up as a defenseman, he's a bit of a rover in how he plays the game. And I mean that in the most complimentary way because he's up the ice a lot. There’s a level of unpredictability to his game offensively, which makes him hard to defend, but he always has the ability to get back and recover. You think you have him caught in the offensive zone, and it's like, okay, we're gonna get an odd-man rush, but he always finds a way and has an ability to recover, and I think his skating has a lot to do with that.” #CBJ

@MarkCorrell2 Oh I do. Except the tire wouldn’t come out due to a rusted lug nut. Being repaired as we speak.

@mark_scheig You don't have a spare?!

Programming note: For just the second time in the last two seasons, I will not be at Nationwide for a #CBJ game tonight. This image will tell you the story as to why. Happened on my way home from the morning skate. Should be back at them on Saturday.

#CBJ fans, how will you remember Ryan Johansen?

Former #CBJ Ryan Johansen has retired. The Predators will honor that at the end of March.

There is one person to lead @OhioStateWHKY Happy to announce Nadine Muzerall will be in Columbus for a long time to come w. a new 5 year contract. She hasn’t just coached a team; she’s built a powerhouse on & off the ice. Let’s go win it ALL this weekend🔴⚪️🏆

No changes to the #CBJ lineup, per Rick Bowness. Means Jet Greaves starts vs. #NYR.

#NYR Noah Laba and Urho Vaakanainen, both injured in last night’s game vs. #NJDevils, did not make the trip to Columbus. They are still being evaluated at home, per Mike Sullivan. Igor Shesterkin in goal tonight vs. #CBJ.

No changes to the #CBJ lines or pairs at the morning skate. Why change a good thing now?

Hello 👋. #CBJ morning skate vibes on a Thursday. Everyone expected is present. Jet Greaves in place working the home net.

#CBJ Luca Del Bel Belluz with a hat trick tonight. Now up to 22 goals in the AHL this season.

Washington defeats Ottawa. Senators lost their game in hand they had against #CBJ and remain four points back of the Blue Jackets.

Hurricanes 6-5 in OT #CBJ