Fans are encouraged to wear lavender, the official color of Hockey Fights Cancer, representing all cancers
The Columbus Blue Jackets to honor those who have experienced, or are currently experiencing, the journey of cancer by hosting Hockey Fights Cancer Night, in partnership with OhioHealth, on Thursday, November 16 when the club hosts the Arizona Coyotes at Nationwide Arena.
The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive Hockey Fights Cancer Johnny Gaudreau bobblehead. Attendees are encouraged to wear lavender, the official color of Hockey Fights Cancer, which represents all cancers.
The evening will feature powerful Hockey Fights Cancer stories including the debut of the Blue Jackets Foundation’s 2023 Class of Pediatric Cancer Heroes. The Blue Jackets Heroes program honors a group of kids fighting cancer. The Heroes and their families are welcomed into the Blue Jackets family through several unique experiences including a special on-ice introduction during Hockey Fights Cancer Night.
Fans will have opportunities throughout the night to show their support and recognize loved ones with a variety of activities provided by OhioHealth including:
For those wanting to support local pediatric cancer initiatives, a primary area of focus by the team since its inception in 2000, the Blue Jackets Foundation has opportunities open now through the end of the month. Fans can bid on autographed items, purchase Hockey Fights Cancer merchandise, or enter to win a Hockey Fights Cancer jersey autographed by a player by purchasing a $10 raffle ticket. To participate in the jersey raffle, fans can text CBJAUCTION to 76278 between November 14- 22. Visit www.BlueJackets.com/hockeyfightscancer to learn more about additional opportunities to support the Foundation’s mission.
The Blue Line Team Store at Nationwide Arena, Polaris Fashion Place and online have exclusive Hockey Fights Cancer merchandise including sweatshirts, hats, jerseys, pucks and more. Year-round, fans can “round up” their total at the register to donate to The Blue Jackets Foundation in support of their pediatric cancer initiatives. Visit in-store or online at www.TheBlueLineOnline.com to learn more.
To learn more about the evening’s events and how to support Hockey Fights Cancer initiatives, visit www.BlueJackets.com/HockeyFightsCancer.
