A collection of notes, insights, ruminations and did-you-knows gathered throughout the week for the Columbus Blue Jackets ... I was told we were doing family pictures. My mom was here to help ...

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.

Anybody going into this Blue Jackets offseason thinking they’ve seen the last of Elvis Merzlikins in the Columbus net might want to sit down for this one. Asked if he felt the team’s payroll ...