Columbus Blue Jackets Sign Corson Ceulemans to Contract Extension

The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed defenseman Corson Ceulemans to a one-year, two-way National Hockey League/American Hockey League contract extension for the 2026-27 season, club President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell announced today. Corson Ceulemans, a 23-year-old defenseman, has shown excellent offensive instincts and puck-moving skills. He made significant progress last season, and the team is excited to see him take further steps in his career. Ceulemans has registered 14 goals and 31 assists for 45 points with 90 penalty minutes and 262 shots on goal in 157 career AHL games with the Cleveland Monsters. Don Waddell noted that Ceulemans is a talented young defenseman with a lot of potential. Ceulemans played two seasons at the University of Wisconsin from 2021-23, notching 15-30-45 and 71 PIM in 67 outings. He was selected by Columbus in the first-round, 25th overall, at the 2021 NHL Draft. The 6-2, 191-pound defenseman won a gold medal with Canada at the 2021 IIHF U18 World Championships. Ceulemans tied for the tournament lead among blueliners in assists and points with 1-7-8 in six contests. Waddell's announcement comes as the team prepares for the upcoming season, and the signing of Ceulemans is a key move to strengthen their defensive lineup. The contract extension is a one-year deal, and Ceulemans will look to build on his progress from last season. With his excellent skating ability and puck-moving skills, Ceulemans is expected to be a key contributor to the team's success. The Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to make a strong push in the upcoming season, and the signing of Corson Ceulemans is a big step in the right direction.