NHL · Metropolitan · Est. 2000 · Nationwide Arena
Columbus Blue Jackets
Current Leadership
Majority Owner
The McConnell family, through Dispatch Printing Company, became majority owners of the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2012 after purchasing controlling interest from the estate of John H. McConnell. The family has deep roots in Columbus business and media, and has been committed to keeping the franchise a cornerstone of the city's professional sports landscape.
Arena Partner & Minority Owner
Nationwide Realty Investors has been a critical partner in the Blue Jackets' existence, developing Nationwide Arena in the Arena District of downtown Columbus. Their investment helped create one of the most successful arena-district developments in professional sports and ensured the long-term viability of hockey in Columbus.
Head Coach
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Evason | Head Coach | 2024 |
Assistant Coaches
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Steve McCarthy | Associate Coach | 2024 |
| Nate DiCasmirro | Assistant Coach | 2024 |
| Darren Rumble | Assistant Coach | 2024 |
| Manny Legace | Goaltending Coach | 2020 |
Historical Figures
Founding Owner
John H. McConnell, founder of Worthington Industries, was the driving force behind bringing NHL hockey to Columbus as an expansion franchise in 2000. He was awarded the franchise in 1997 and invested over $130 million in the team and arena. McConnell passed away in 2008, but his legacy as the father of Columbus hockey endures.