Rick Nash Franchise All-Time Points Record

Rick Nash holds the Columbus Blue Jackets franchise records for goals, points, and games played.

Rick Nash is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player who serves as the director of player development for the Columbus Blue Jackets. He played 15 seasons in the NHL for the Blue Jackets, New York Rangers and Boston Bruins, and was selected to play in six All-Star Games.

Quick Facts

Player: Rick Nash
Franchise: Columbus Blue Jackets
Draft: 1st overall, 2004 NHL Entry Draft
Franchise tenure: 2005–06 through 2011–12 (9 seasons)
Franchise record (points): All-time leading scorer
Franchise record (goals): All-time leading goal scorer
Calder memorial trophy: 2005–06
All-star selections: Multiple-time NHL All-Star

Lore & Background

Nash was selected first overall in the 2002 NHL entry draft by Columbus. He played for the Blue Jackets from 2002–03 through 2011–12, when he was traded to the New York Rangers. He is the Blue Jackets franchise career leader in goals, points, and games played. His number 61 was retired by the franchise in 2022.

Reader's Guide

Nash's tenure with the Blue Jackets spanned nine seasons (2002–03 to 2011–12). He was traded to the New York Rangers during the 2011–12 season and did not play for Columbus after that.