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 previously led the Wild for over four seasons, guided the team to the playoffs each year during his tenure.Dean's our coach now, and we want Dean to win. He came from Minny, you know as a player when you go back to places you played before those games have a little extra meaning. You want to win."
Evason expressed his anticipation for the game, noting that while he looks forward to seeing familiar faces, his primary focus is on leading the Blue Jackets to a Stanley Cup victory. Following the season opener in Minnesota, the Blue Jackets will travel to Colorado for a Saturday night game. They will then return to Columbus for their home opener next Tuesday, where they will face the defending champions, the Florida Panthers. The team plans to honor Johnny Hockey and his brother Matthew during the event.
The Blue Jackets will also host their annual "Blue Carpet" arrival next Thursday when they take on the Buffalo Sabres.
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