Reflecting on Dean Evason's time with the Blue Jackets

Dec 6, 2025; Sunrise, Florida, USA; Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason keeps an eye on his team during the third period against the Florida Panthers at Amerant Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jim Rassol-Imagn Images | Jim Rassol-Imagn ImagesThe Blue Jackets front office decided to make a major change earlier this week when they elected to make a midseason coaching change, relieving both head coach Dean Evason, and assistant Steve McCarthy of their duties with the club.

The change comes after the most recent in a long line of road trips where the Blue Jackets were unable to come home with important points in the standings, going 1-3 while out west. Despite a gritty overtime win over…