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The Columbus Blue Jackets join the National Hockey League in support of Hockey Fights Cancer by hosting the club’s annual Hockey Fights Cancer night presented by OhioHealth on Thursday, November 5, 2026, vs. the Dallas Stars.

HISTORY

Founded in 1998 by the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Player’s Association, Hockey Fights Cancer, presented by OhioHealth, unites the hockey community in support of cancer patients and their families to raise money and awareness for national and local organizations involved in cancer care and research. Since its inception, the Hockey Fights Cancer program, along with NHL Clubs, supporters, and fans, has donated more than $28 million to support the fight against cancer.

Lavender, the official color of Hockey Fights Cancer, represents all cancers and will be featured prominently through the campaign. To join the conversation, use the official hashtag #HockeyFightsCancer.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

GAMEDAY AUCTION

Support the Blue Jackets Foundation and Hockey Fights Cancer by bidding on exclusive memorabilia! The auction opens at 9 AM on Thursday, November 5 and closes at 9 PM that evening.

To participate, text CBJAUCTION to 76278.

JERSEY RAFFLE

Enter for a chance to win an autographed Blue Jackets jersey in support of Hockey Fights Cancer! Tickets are $10 each and available online from 9 AM on Tuesday, November 3 through the end of the second intermission on Tuesday, November 10.

To enter, text CBJAUCTION to 76278.

MERCHANDISE

Show your support for Hockey Fights Cancer with exclusive merchandise, including autographed Hats for Heroes and limited-edition mystery pucks! Proceeds benefit the Blue Jackets Foundation's pediatric cancer efforts. Items are available while supplies last.

To purchase, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit the Foundation kiosk outside Section 111.

50/50 RAFFLE, PRES. BY KEMBA FINANCIAL

Support Hockey Fights Cancer through the Blue Jackets Foundation's 50/50 raffle, presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union! Tickets are available online and in person from 9 AM on Wednesday, November 4 through the end of the second intermission on Thursday, November 5. The winner will be announced during the third period.

Official rules at BlueJackets5050.com.

ROUND UP AT THE BLUE LINE STORE

Fans visiting The Blue Line Stores at Nationwide Arena and Polaris Mall can "round up" their total at the register to make a donation to The Blue Jackets Foundation.

FOUNDATION INITIATIVES

Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation

The fight against pediatric cancer has been one of the Blue Jackets Foundation's primary areas of focus since the team's inception in 2000. Hats For Heroes and additional fundraising programs have helped raise more than $5 million to fund a variety of support programs for pediatric cancer patients and their families, including therapy through distraction, and assistance in providing palliative care for youth.

Funds raised during Hockey Fights Cancer and throughout the year benefit the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation's pediatric cancer pillar. Each year thousands of patients and their families receive support. To learn more, please check out our community report.

FLASHES OF HOPE PHOTOSHOOT

The CBJ Foundation hosts a special photoshoot with Flashes of Hope which takes individual photos of each hero and their family and then combines them with a CBJ player to help capture those smiles and forever preserve the images of courage, beauty, and dignity that each child has.

TEAM HOSPITAL VISIT

In coordination with the Blue Jackets Hockey Fights Cancer initiative, CBJ players visit Nationwide Children's Hospital to help brighten the spirits of children in treatment.

A LOOK BACK

Hockey player thankful to be back on the ice after cancer fight

Former AAA Blue Jacket Tanner Sabau's toughest opponent came at age 22 when he was diagnosed with a rare form of the disease

Hockey Fights Cancer has an impact on everyone

The Blue Jackets' annual recognition of those in the fight featured plenty of special moments

Five years later, anthem singer excited to return to Nationwide Arena 

After performing The Star-Spangled Banner at Hockey Fights Cancer Night in 2019, Molly Oldham will be back Thursday to do it again

Blue Jackets, Ronald McDonald House continue long relationship

Recently refurbished CBJ spaces are just part of what is now the largest Ronald McDonald House in the world

Pediatric cancer hero has quickly made friends with the Blue Jackets

Riley Salett, 8, has used an infectious personality to overcome cancer and inspire others along the way

Pediatric cancer heroes form quick bond with CBJ players

Photo shoot, hangout session last week welcomed this year's heroes to the Blue Jackets family

SvoNotes: Hockey Fights Cancer means a lot to CBJ fans

Everyone has a cancer story, and here's a few of them from around Nationwide Arena last night

OhioHealth Cancer Survivors Ring the Bell at Blue Jackets Hockey Fights Cancer Game!

At last night's Hockey Fights Cancer game, Molly Oldham beautifully performed her original song Mighty in Me, inspired by her own cancer journey. Throughout her performance, we welcomed OhioHealth cancer survivors to proudly ring the bell, symbolizing they are cancer-free! Their collective resilience through diagnosis, treatment, and remission is truly inspiring to us all.

CBJ Flashes of Hope 2023

The Blue Jackets pediatric cancer heroes for the 2023-24 season met players at the Flashes of Hope shoot during Hockey Fights cancer month

Hero Lila Urbanic performs Anthem

13-year-old Lila Urbanic, who is now cancer free, graced us with a fantastic rendition of the National Anthem on Hockey Fights Cancer Night.