Setting the Standard — Blue Jackets HC Rick Bowness on His Comments & What Comes Next

Rick Bowness, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, joins John Shannon and Daren Millard on 100% Hockey to discuss his one-year contract extension and the message he delivered at the end of the season.

Bowness explains his decision to push the group following a disappointing finish, emphasizing the need for higher standards and accountability within the organization.

The conversation covers:

• His recent comments and the reaction to them
• The importance of setting standards within the team
• The Blue Jackets’ struggles down the stretch
• Injuries and their impact on the lineup
• The physical nature of playoff hockey
• His return to coaching after stepping away
• Thoughts on current playoff matchups around the league

A direct and candid conversation about leadership, expectations and what it will take for Columbus to move forward.