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The 34-year Coyle was acquired from the Colorado Avalanche last June. He was fourth on the team in goals (20) and points (58) and played all 82 games in his first season with the Blue Jackets.

The playoff race in the NHL's Eastern Conference comes down to seven teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets, fighting for five spots over the final three weeks of the season.

Some members of Team USA are dedicating the Olympic gold medal win over Canada to the late Johnny Gaudreau and his family.

The U.S. won its first Olympic gold in 46 years in a 2-1 overtime thriller over rival Canada. A brilliant performance by U.S. goaltender Connor Hellebuyck saved the Americans' chances.

Fans showed their support for Cleveland Heights native Laila Edwards, who competed with Team USA against Canada in the women's hockey gold medal match.

As the U.S. women prepare for a gold medal showdown at the Milan Olympics, sports commentator Terry Pluto discusses how the team and Cleveland Heights native Laila Edwards could grow women’s hockey in the United States.

Gwyneth Philips is one of several hockey players with Ohio ties who will take to the ice in Milan for the winter Olympics.

General Manager Don Waddell said Evason was put in a tough situation, but the team had higher expectations this season. Waddell also said the Jackets blew leads in recent home games and lost to division rivals.

Last season brought many challenges with the loss of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew, who were killed by an accused drunk driver in New Jersey, before the season started.

More than 90,000 tickets have been sold for the game that will be played between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Detroit Red Wings.