The CBJ Writer

If you're reading this now and are a loyal fan of mine, thank you for your patience. What I write today is independent of the influence of others. I have avoided reading any articles about the Columbus Blue Jackets hiring of Dan Waddell and only listened to his words so I could give my thoughts without plagiarizing another journalist or blogger. This news also broke while I was working, so that's why you'll see I reposted Columbus Blue Jackets official posts for you all to read but not myself. So, without further delay, here are my thoughts on the organization's hiring of Dan Waddell.  First and foremost, the accomplishments this man has alone speak volumes. How he built and transformed the Carolina Hurricanes into a team with multiple NHL Playoff appearances and Division Championships is enough to sell his worth. That said, his thought process on Columbus is something I'm encouraged by as well. He stated that he would work within the organization and get to know it

As the offseason gets underway, we all know the first step in missing the postseason is the NHL Draft Lottery, and it didn't disappoint for Columbus this evening. We will be fourth up in Round 1, which gives us a great opportunity to either pick another young player to mold and shape for this franchise or trade the pick for a player we need. Being this high in any draft gives a General Manager multiple directions to go, and I say 'a General Manager' because the franchise still needs one. Currently, John Davidson, the Columbus Blue Jackets President of Hockey Operations, is doing his position and that of a General Manager until one is found. Personally, I hope the news of one being hired comes soon, as I'd like them to be settled into the organization before this Draft takes place.  In addition, we now know that the 2024 NHL Draft will take place in Las Vegas's brand-new technological thriller, The Sphere. Having seen videos of U2 playing within it, I can only imagin