Brian Hedger

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Columbus Blue Jackets' Cayden Lindstrom has charley horse after hit in WHL championship

1 day ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

Blue Jackets prospect Cayden Lindstrom suffered a leg injury (charley horse) in Game 3 of the WHL championship series. This injury comes after Lindstrom missed the regular season due to back surgery. Lindstrom's status for Game 4 is uncertain, but he stated he was "feeling good" after the game. The Medicine Hat Tigers currently lead the series 2-1 against the Spokane Chiefs.
Pete Rose is not alone: 2 MLB players with Columbus ties also reinstated

1 day ago | cantonrep.com | Brian Hedger

• Kauff and Magee, both Ohio natives, were previously banned from baseball by Commissioner Kenesaw Mountain Landis. • Magee was banned for game-fixing, while Kauff's ban stemmed from alleged involvement in a car theft. • The pardons resulted from a new MLB policy for deceased players with lifetime bans, prompted by a petition from Rose's family.
Columbus Blue Jackets notes: GM Don Waddell doing 'legwork' on staff hires

2 days ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

Don Waddell and his executive staff are going through a virtual stack of resumes before the Blue Jackets’ offseason picks up steam. Prior to engaging in serious talks with pending free agents or prepping for the NHL draft, the Jackets’ president of hockey operations/general manager is heading up searches to find replacements for staff vacancies at video coach, strength and conditioning coordinator, head equipment manager and assistant athletic trainer.
Columbus Blue Jackets center Cayden Lindstrom finally returns for Medicine Hat Tigers

5 days ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

Cayden Lindstrom, the Blue Jackets' 2024 fourth-overall draft pick, returned to game action after 399 days and back surgery. Lindstrom notched an assist in his first game back, helping the Medicine Hat Tigers win their WHL championship series opener. Lindstrom had been rehabbing in Columbus since sustaining a disc injury prior to the 2024 draft. He is expected to participate in the Blue Jackets' development camp in July and play for Michigan State next season.
Ohio State football fan Denny Hamlin trolls Texas with 'horns down' gesture at NASCAR

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's car caught fire and ended his race early at the Wurth 400 in Texas. Hamlin, an Ohio State fan, taunted University of Texas fans with a "horns down" gesture before the race. Hamlin attributed his misfortune to karma for the taunt, referencing Ohio State's playoff win against Texas. He planned to do the gesture after the race if he won, but did it during introductions instead.
Ohio State football fan Denny Hamlin trolls Texas with 'horns down' gesture at NASCAR

1 week ago | portclintonnewsherald.com | Brian Hedger

NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin's car caught fire and ended his race early at the Wurth 400 in Texas. Hamlin, an Ohio State fan, taunted University of Texas fans with a "horns down" gesture before the race. Hamlin attributed his misfortune to karma for the taunt, referencing Ohio State's playoff win against Texas. He planned to do the gesture after the race if he won, but did it during introductions instead.
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski to play for US at world championship

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

Zach Werenski, after initially declining, will join Team USA for the men's world championship. Werenski, a Norris Trophy finalist, led the NHL in ice time this season. He previously led Team USA in scoring at the 4 Nations tournament. Werenski joins other Blue Jackets players and staff participating in the tournament. Zach Werenski will play for the U.S. at the men’s world championship after all. The Blue Jackets’ top defenseman was added to the U.S. roster by USA Hockey on May 5.
Columbus Blue Jackets center Sean Monahan a finalist for NHL's Masterton Trophy

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

Zach Werenski won’t be the only one who represents the Blue Jackets during the NHL’s awards show in late June. Sean Monahan and Dean Evason will join the James Norris Memorial Trophy candidate as award finalists, respectively, for the Masterton Trophy and Jack Adams Award. The NHL announced finalists for those two awards May 2 along with finalists for the Frank J. Selke Trophy and Lady Byng Memorial Trophy.
Columbus Blue Jackets 2024-25 report card: Not quite straight As but close

2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

The Columbus Blue Jackets fell short of the playoffs despite a surprising and emotional season. The team set offensive records but inconsistencies and defensive struggles hindered their playoff push. Goaltending remains a concern, while coaching and front office decisions received high marks. The next step will be tougher. The Blue Jackets made a big stride during a surprising push toward the playoffs that fell two points short.
Major League Pickleball holding big event featuring 9 teams in Columbus

2 weeks ago | dispatch.com | Brian Hedger

A big Major League Pickleball event is returning to Columbus. Running May 1-4, the MLP will host its second 2025 regular-season event at Pickle & Chill, located at 880 W. Henderson Rd. in Columbus, where the growing professional league concluded its inaugural 2022 season. Nine of the league’s premier level co-ed teams, including the Columbus Sliders, will compete among 22 teams over four days. At stake are valuable standings points that go toward earning spots in the MLP Playoffs in August.

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