Building NHL Stars Behind the Scenes | Columbus Blue Jackets News

Columbus Blue Jackets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 7, 2026 · 1m

Thirty-three promising young hockey talents hit the ice at the Columbus Blue Jackets’ prospects development camp, where coaches—including veteran Tommy Cross—crafted intense on-ice drills and off-ice bonding experiences to nurture future NHL stars. Cross, a 12-year pro who credits his mentors for his success, stressed that this camp is about building trust and long-term growth, not just wins. From visiting the Columbus Crew’s facilities to hitting the golf simulator, the program blends skill development with relationship-building. Coaches remain active year-round, traveling to wherever…