The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to kick off their season Wednesday night against the Minnesota Wild, marking a significant homecoming for their new head coach, Dean Evason. Evason, who ...

Dean Evason’s low-key wave to an appreciative Minnesota Wild crowd early in the first period Thursday belied an emotionally charged season opener for his new and suddenly very shorthanded team.

Minnesota Wild general manager Bill Guerin has a complicated situation to navigate. DAVID JOLES • [email protected] Wild GM Bill Guerin and Coach Dean Evason end-of-the season press ...

Dean Evason has been lucky enough to stand behind the bench for two outdoor NHL games, including as Minnesota’s head coach Jan. 1, 2022, when the Wild hosted St. Louis at Target Field.

Coach Dean Evason confirmed that the 30-year-old veteran will return to the lineup for Monday's game at the New York Islanders, his first action since sustaining a sprained right wrist on Jan. 7.

Columbus, one of the NHL's highest-scoring clubs all season, has now endured three shutouts in its last five games.

The Columbus Blue Jackets had a relatively quiet trade deadline day, which was expected. GM Don Waddell had been open about his deadline plans, stating he would only look to add a depth forward or two ...