Michael Arace

6 days ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

Despite the strong finish, the Blue Jackets missed the playoffs, finishing two points behind the Montreal Canadiens for the final wild card spot. The team honored the memory of the late Johnny Gaudreau throughout the season and in the final game. Players expressed disappointment at missing the playoffs but also pride in exceeding expectations after being projected to be one of the worst teams in the league. Jonny Gaudreau would have loved this.

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

Show Caption Hide Caption Daniel Gazdag on joining Columbus Crew after Philadelphia Union tradeNewest Columbus Crew midfielder Dániel Gazdag answered questions during an introductory press conference on Friday, April 11, 2025, after Columbus acquired Gazdag from the Philadelphia Union. The Columbus Crew's game against Inter Miami was moved to Cleveland's Huntington Bank Field, upsetting Crew fans. The Crew opened their checkbook to acquire high-scoring attacker Daniel Gazdag.

1 week ago | usatoday.com | Michael Arace

Despite recent wins, the Blue Jackets' playoff hopes remain slim and depend on other teams' results. Elvis Merzlikins' struggles and contract situation make him difficult to trade, and a buyout is expensive. The Blue Jackets will need to address their goaltending situation in the offseason, whether through free agency, trades, or internal options. The Blue Jackets played the Washington Capitals twice in a span of 32 hours over the weekend.

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

Despite recent wins, the Blue Jackets' playoff hopes remain slim and depend on other teams' results. Elvis Merzlikins' struggles and contract situation make him difficult to trade, and a buyout is expensive. The Blue Jackets will need to address their goaltending situation in the offseason, whether through free agency, trades, or internal options. The Blue Jackets played the Washington Capitals twice in a span of 32 hours over the weekend.

1 week ago | dispatch.com | Michael Arace

The Columbus Crew acquired attacking midfielder Daniel Gazdag from the Philadelphia Union. Gazdag, a prolific goal scorer, fills a key offensive gap for the undefeated Crew. The Crew's general manager has additional resources to potentially acquire another major player this summer. Through the winter, Columbus was a hub of outgoing transfers. Yaw Yeboah, Alex Matan, Marino Hinestroza, Christian Ramirez, Juan Camilio Hernandez Suarez ... dang, Cucho ...