End Of An Era: John Tortorella's Time in Columbus is Done, Per Report | 1st Ohio Battery - 1st Ohio Battery

It seemed more and more likely as the season went on, and we now have confirmation.

Tonight, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reported that John Tortorella will not be returning to Columbus to coach next season. After his contract expires in the summer, Tortorella will pursue other opportunities.

The club went 227-166-54 during his tenure, and went from a perennial basement-dweller to making the playoffs in four out of the last five years. This season was an anomaly, and his legacy shouldn't be tarnished by it. 

Tortorella wouldn't comment on his future after the Blue Jackets' overtime win tonight vs. the Red Wings, only saying that he and Jarmo Kekalainen would continue to have discussions. Despite that, the writing seemed to be on the wall for quite a while. 

"For these guys here, I loved being with them and it was an honor get them and to watch them and be part of that," said Tortorella after the game. "(We) fell off the mountain this year and you’ve got to start over, so whatever happens, my relationship with those guys, it’s never going to change."

During his time in Columbus, Tortorella preached accountability, consistency, and perseverance as three virtues he wanted to see in his players. Throughout the years, the Blue Jackets became respected for the way they played, thanks to Tortorella's style. 

This seems like a mutual understanding to move on. The Blue Jackets are at a dire crossroads, with contract negotiations looming, three first-round picks, and a lack of offensive superpower. There will be a new man for the job, and it'll benefit every party involved. 

Thanks for the sweep over Tampa, countless tirades at referees, always-interesting press conferences, and everything else.

We'll miss you, Torts.

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