Columbus Blue Jackets sign Charlie Coyle to 6-year deal worth $36 million

TL;DR

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed center Charlie Coyle to a six-year contract worth $36 million, as announced on May 12. Coyle was acquired from the Colorado Avalanche prior to the 2025 NHL Draft.

Key points

Columbus Blue Jackets signed Charlie Coyle
Contract worth $36 million over six years
Announcement made on May 12
Coyle was acquired from Colorado Avalanche
Coyle anchored a top forward line for the Jackets

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The Blue Jackets signed center Charlie Coyle to a six-year, $36 million contract, the team announced May 12.

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Columbus Blue Jackets center Boone Jenner (38) and center Charlie Coyle (3) line up for a faceoff during the NHL hockey game against the Washington Capitals at Nationwide Arena in Columbus on April 14, 2026.

General manager Don Waddell acquired Coyle prior to the 2025 NHL Draft along with forward Miles Wood in a trade with the Colorado Avalanche. Coyle, 34, anchored what became one of the Jackets' top forward lines.

Working with Mathieu Olivier and Cole Sillinger as wingers, Coyle put up impressive numbers while reaching a hallowed career milestone of 1,000 NHL games played. Playing all 82 games, Coyle finished with 58 points on 20 goals and 38 assists to reach the 20-goal mark for the third time in 14 NHL seasons.

Q&A

What is the value of Charlie Coyle's contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets?

Charlie Coyle's contract with the Columbus Blue Jackets is worth $36 million over six years.

When was Charlie Coyle signed by the Columbus Blue Jackets?

Charlie Coyle was signed by the Columbus Blue Jackets on May 12.

Which team did the Columbus Blue Jackets acquire Charlie Coyle from?

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired Charlie Coyle from the Colorado Avalanche.