Columbus Blue Jackets

The Columbus Blue Jackets are a professional ice hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio. They are part of the National Hockey League (NHL) and were established in 2000. The team's name pays homage to Ohio's Civil War history, with "Blue Jackets" referring to the uniforms worn by Union soldiers. The Blue Jackets play their home games at Nationwide Arena. They have a passionate fan base and have made several playoff appearances, striving to compete for the coveted Stanley Cup, which is awarded annually to the NHL champion. The team's colors are navy blue, red, and white.