The passing of Lyle Odelein, the Columbus Blue Jackets' first captain, has been announced

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By Emma Johnson • Updated Oct 4, 2026 at 00:20

Former Penguins defenseman Lyle Odelein dies at 58 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette — The passing of Lyle Odelein, the Columbus Blue Jackets' first captain, has been announced

Lyle Odelein, the first captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets, has died at the age of 58. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Yahoo Sports, and WSYX have reported his passing. Odelein was a former Penguins defenseman who played a significant role in the Blue Jackets' early years. Multiple media outlets have noted his death, reflecting the respect he earned in hockey.

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