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Columbus Blue Jackets Fire Coach Dean Evason After Disappointing Season

1/17/2026

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Dean Evason was fired as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets after a disappointing season.
General manager Don Waddell informed Evason of the decision following a loss in which the team squandered a 4-1 lead.
Under Evason, the Blue Jackets went 21-19-7 this season and struggled to protect leads.
Rick Bowness replaced Evason and has led the team to two consecutive wins.

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Story summary

Dean Evason was fired as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets after a disappointing season.
General manager Don Waddell informed Evason of the decision following a loss in which the team squandered a 4-1 lead.
Under Evason, the Blue Jackets went 21-19-7 this season and struggled to protect leads.
Rick Bowness replaced Evason and has led the team to two consecutive wins.