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Blue Jackets Rely on Marchenko, Voronkov as Offense Sputters
10 Nov
Summary
- Forwards Marchenko, Voronkov, and Wood lead Blue Jackets' scoring
- Balanced offense from last season has been missing so far in 2025-26
- GM Waddell preaches patience, believes scorers will break out of slump
As the Columbus Blue Jackets navigate a three-game losing streak, the team's offense has been heavily reliant on a few key players. Forwards Kirill Marchenko, Dmitri Voronkov, and Miles Wood have been carrying the scoring load, with Marchenko and Voronkov combining for 14 goals so far this season. However, the balanced, "coming-from-everywhere" offense that the Blue Jackets enjoyed last year has been absent.
Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell remains patient, believing the team's other scorers, including players like Cole Sillinger and Adam Fantilli, will eventually find their groove. Waddell has been closely monitoring the situation, spending time watching college and NHL games to try and pinpoint the cause of the team's scoring struggles. Despite the frustration, he is confident the goals will start coming, as these players have proven scoring ability.
The Blue Jackets will look to snap their losing streak when they take on the Edmonton Oilers on Monday. With the team's top scorers carrying the load, Waddell and the coaching staff hope the rest of the roster can find their offensive rhythm and provide more balanced scoring to support the team's push for a playoff spot.
