Blue header with lavender border. Hockey Fights Cancer logo is set to the left with presented by OhioHealth in the center. A photo of players' skates and sticks with a purple overlay is to the right.

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 16, 2023, vs. the Arizona Coyotes. Lavender, the official color of Hockey Fights Cancer, represents all cancers and will be featured prominently throughout the campaign. To join the conversation, use the official hashtag #HockeyFightsCancer.

SPECIAL TICKET PACKAGE HISTORY SHOW YOUR SUPPORT A LOOK BACK DONATE NOW DOWNLOAD YOUR BATTLE CARD

HiSTORY

Founded in 1998 by the National Hockey League and the National Hockey League Players' 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.

The initiative gets an assist from players, coaches, officials, equipment managers, front office staff, corporate partners, and fans. Together, the hockey family looks to inspire hope and courage for those who are living with, going through, and moving past cancer. 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.

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

The CBJ Foundation offers several Hockey Fights Cancer-themed items to fans in an effort to raise funds in support of the fight against pediatric cancer.

Proceeds will benefit the Foundation's fight against pediatric cancer. 

Auction

  • Open from 9 AM on Thursday, November 16 until the end of the second intermission on Thursday, November 16.
  • Features HFC-themed items
  • To participate, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com

Jersey Raffle

  • Open from 9 AM on Tuesday, November 14 until the end of the second intermission on Wednesday, November 22.
  • Each raffle ticket is $10 and can be purchased in person during the games on Thursday, November 16 and Wednesday, November 22 on the BLT.
  • Can't come to the game? To participate, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com

Merchandise

  • Limited HFC autographed mystery pucks will be available from 9 AM on Thursday, November 16 until the end of the second intermission on Thursday, November 16.
  • Autographed Hats for Heroes
  • HFC-themed t-shirts
  • Merchandise sales will end at the end of the second intermission on Wednesday, November 22. 
  • To purchase, text CBJAUCTION to 76278 or visit cbjauction.givesmart.com.

50/50 Raffle

In honor of Hockey Fights Cancer, the CBJ Foundation will host a 50/50 raffle presented by KEMBA Financial Credit Union.

  • Opens at 9 AM on Thursday, November 16 and closes at the end of the second intermission on Thursday, November 16
  • The winner will be announced on Thursday, November 16 during the third period. 
  • To participate, fans can purchase raffle tickets at www.bluejackets.com/5050raffle or in person at the game on Thursday, November 16.

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.

A LOOK BACK

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

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 $4 million to fund a variety of support programs for pediatric cancer patients and their families, including therapy through distraction, critical research projects, 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.

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.

Hats for Heroes

The Hats for Heroes program, featuring limited edition designs for each season, is an opportunity for the 5th Line to assist in the team’s fight against cancer. The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #9's enduring partnership gives a boost to the program's success. Proceeds from the hat sales contribute significantly to the Foundation's efforts to fund a variety of support programs for pediatric cancer patients and their families in central Ohio.

HFC Battle Card

Fans can download an "I fight for..." battle card courtesy of OhioHealth. The card features a space where fans may write their personal connection to the fight against cancer. Fans are encouraged to write a name in recognition of cancer survivors and all those who have been touched in some way by the disease.

Share your photos on Facebook, Instagram and X using #HockeyFightsCancer

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.