Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets: Recent Episodes
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Aaron Portzline of The Athletic breaks down the latest news surrounding the Columbus Blue Jackets and touches on topics from around the NHL
Aaron Portzline checks in with Blue Jackets fans ahead of next week's NHL Draft in Nashville, and after the latest news and notes, takes questions from listeners, including who they think the Blue Jackets should take with the #3 pick. Please note: This live room was recorded June 23, 2023 Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline checks in following an eventful week for the Blue Jackets including acquiring Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson, signing Dmitri Voronkov, the news of Alexandre Texier returning next season, the scouting combine and much more as he also takes questions from listeners. Please note: This live room was recorded on June 13, 2023 Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline checks in with Blue Jackets fans about the news of the team intending to hire Mike Babcock as their next head coach and more! Please Note: This live room was recorded on June 5, 2023 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline shares the latest new and notes on the Blue Jackets, including Gaudreau and Chinakhov returning to the ice and looking ahead to facing the Jets before getting to your questions in this live room.Please note: This live room was recording on December 1, 2022.Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwideLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline shares some good news and bad news in the latest news and notes about the Columbus Blue Jackets before taking your questions. Please note: This Live Room was recorded on November 15, 2022 Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline checks in from Tampere, Finland for this Live Room ahead of the NHL Global Series between the Blue Jackets and the Colorado Avalanche. Please Note: This Live Room was recorded on November 3, 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline discusses the return of Patrik Laine ahead of the Blue Jackets game vs the Coyotes Tuesday night, goalie Daniil Tarasov shining in his opportunities, and the upcoming trip to Finland before answering your questions. Please note: This Live Room was recorded on October 25, 2022. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Subscribe to The Athletic Hockey Show on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BKz27u Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline shares the latest news and notes on the Blue Jackets, including a Patrik Laine update, before discussing the Blue Jackets being 0-3, facing the Canucks Tuesday night, takes questions from subscribers and more. Please note, this Live Room was recorded on October 18, 2022. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Subscribe to The Athletic Hockey Show on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BKz27u Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After the latest news and notes about the Blue Jackets, Aaron Portzline takes listener questions in preparation for the new NHL season. Please note: This live room was recorded on Oct 10, 2022 Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Subscribe to The Athletic Hockey Show on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3BKz27u Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join Blue Jackets writer Aaron Portzline in this Live Room as he takes your questions and talks free agency, including how Columbus landing the NHL's biggest free agency, Johnny Gaudreau. Please note: This Live Room was recorded on July 28, 2022 Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined by Pierre LeBrun to discuss the Blue Jackets' blockbuster signing of free agent Johnny Gaudreau, including the surprise of teams like the Islanders and Flyers not making an offer for the player. Also, the decisions the team will have to make next if they want to keep Patrik Laine, how signing Johnny Hockey changes the perception of Columbus as a destination, and thoughts on the team now. To wrap up, Pierre shares thoughts on other free agency moves around the league, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the NHL Draft a week away, Aaron Portzline is joined by Bally Sports' Dave Maetzold and CBJ Insider Jeff Svoboda to discuss the prospects and who the Columbus Blue Jackets may select at #6 and #12. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL Draft Lottery has passed, and we now know the Blue Jackets hold the #6 and #12 picks in the first round. Who could they take with them? Porty brings in draft guru Scott Wheeler to give an overview of the draft overall, who could be available when it's Columbus' turn, and review some of Columbus' picks in last year's draft. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Listen as Aaron takes your questions and looks back on the Jackets' 2021-22 season. Please note: The Live Room was recorded on May 5, 2022. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the season is winding down, Porty shares a few pieces of Blue Jackets news and notes before being joined by John Davidson, the Blue Jackets' President of Hockey Operations. John shares some thoughts on the passings of Mike Bossy and Guy Lafleur, before giving his assessment of Columbus' season, Brad Larsen's first year as head coach, Boone Jenner and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After sharing the latest Blues Jackets news and notes, including a disappointing California trip and the team being a part of the return of the NHL Global Series, Porty is joined by new Blue Jackets defenseman Nick Blankenburg to discuss his hockey background, the story about him switching from a forward to defenseman, experiencing California for the first time, his fit in Columbus, answers your Twitter questions and much more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Porty is joined by the Bob McElligot, radio voice of the Blue Jackets, to discuss prospects Kent Johnson and Nick Blankenburg signing their ELCs, when we could see them, and what they bring to Columbus. Also the potential returns of David Savard and Josh Anderson in Wednesday's contest against the Canadiens. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Porty is joined by The Athletic's Corey Pronman to dive into to Blue Jackets' prospect pool, and discuss players that may join the club in the near future, including Kent Johnson, Kirill Marchenko, Dmitri Voronkov, Corson Ceulemans, and Aiden Hreschuk. Also, the NHL Draft lottery, Cole Sillinger and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After laying down the latest news and notes for the Columbus Blue Jackets, Aaron Portzline is joined by The Athletic's Hurricanes beat writer Sara Civian and Florida Hockey Now's George Richards to dig into the complicated trade of Max Domi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Porty checks in with Bally Sports Ohio's David Maetzold to discuss injuries the Blue Jackets have amassed, and preview the trade deadline. Thoughts on Boone Jenner's injury, the officiating in what could've been a serious injury for Jakub Voracek, and the temperature of the game vs. the Wild last Friday. Also, observations on the Blue Jackets win over the Golden Knights. Also as the trade deadline approaches, if Max Domi gets moved, and to where? Also, thoughts on Joonas Korpisalo, Dean Kukan, Gustav Nyquist, and weaponizing salary cap space. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined by Bally Sports Ohio's Jeff Rimer to give insights on Rick Nash's retirement ceremony, as he served as the MC on Saturday night. Also, discussing recent Blue Jackets games, some slow starts, and goaltending. Then going back to Saturday, discussing Nick Foligno also returning to Columbus as a member of the Bruins. And could #71 hang in the rafters of Nationwide Arena in the future? And it brings a spirited chat about other big name players that left the organization. To wrap up, a two-year extension for Justin Danforth and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ahead of the Columbus Blue Jackets retiring Rick Nash's jersey on Saturday, Porty is joined by former CBJ head coach and NHL legend Ken Hitchcock to discuss coaching Nash, coaching in Columbus, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Checking in from sunny Florida ahead of the Blue Jackets game against the Panthers, Porty shares the latest Blue Jackets news including Zach Werenski's injury, and prospect Daniil Tarasov's season ending hip surgery. Then he is joined by hockey insider Pierre LeBrun to discuss Patrik Laine's surge, and if it affects his future in Columbus ahead of the trade deadline. Also, a discussion on retool vs rebuild, possible trade deadline moves at the trade deadline for Columbus, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It's the return of Bally Sports Ohio's Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre to Front & Nationwide this week, as he joins Aaron Portzline to discuss Tuesday night's Blue Jackets loss at the hands of the Flames, the play of defensemen Adam Boqvist and Andrew Peeke, Patrik Laine heating up and if he stays or goes, and more! Get an Athletic Subscription for $1/month for the first six months: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Checking in from Buffalo, Aaron Portzline catches you up on some of the latest Blue Jackets updates, including a 5-4 win over the Capitals on Tuesday, and some NHL debuts. Then he is joined by The Athletic's Scott Wheeler to discuss the Blue Jackets' prospect pipeline and the draft. Save on an subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After sharing the latest news from Columbus, Porty dives into his chat with former Blue Jackets defenseman Marc Methot. Enjoy a fun conversation as Marc shares some memories as a member of the team, his trade to Ottawa, and his pinky injury from Sidney Crosby. Plus, observations on the Senators, what it's like from a player's perspective when a season goes south, his pick for Blue Jackets standouts, and probably most importantly, what sappy songs he'll admit he enjoys. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, Porty is joined by Bally's Sports Ohio's Brian Giesenschlag to discuss the exchange between Jim Matheson and Oilers' Leon Draisaitl, and how the locker room/ media dynamics have changed over time, especially with the introduction of Zoom. Then, a preview of Thursday night's game against the Flyers, and meeting a familiar face in Cam Atkinson. Also, the NHL has released its updated schedule, three potential CBJ players on the move at the trade deadline, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron is joined this week by Bally Sports Ohio's Jody Shelley to preview Thursday's game vs the Hurricanes, and discuss facing teams that seem to have your number. Also, in a down stretch for the team, how are the new leaders in the locker room handling the situation? Then, discussing Jakub Voracek's 1000th game, Gregory Hofmann deciding to not play for the club, some listener questions, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline starts the show with few noteworthy items with the Blue Jackets, including the latest slump, who may be out for Thursday's game versus New Jersey, and Jakub Voracek on the verge of the 1000-game milestone. Then, Porty is joined by Cleveland Monsters play by play announcer Tony Brown to dig into some Columbus prospects that may be bound for the big club in the future: Liam Foudy, Tyler Angle, Trey Fix-Wolansky, and more! Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined this week by Blue Jackets broadcaster Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre to discuss the Blue Jackets being scheduled to return to play Thursday, the cancelation of the World Juniors tournament and how day-to-day uncertainty can affect a player, the return of Boone Jenner, Oliver Bjorkstrand being out, and more! Now, through New Year's Eve, get a subscription to The Athletic for $1.99/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Checking in from frigid Edmonton, Aaron Portzline is joined by friend of the show and Bluejackets.com's Jeff Svoboda. together, they discuss the surge of positive COVID-19 test in in the NHL, including the Blue Jackets' game against the Calgary Flames on Saturday being postponed. Also, NHL players desired to play in the Olympics, what are the chances now that it happens? Then, after a loss to the Canucks where Vancouver scored four unanswered goals, the duo share some observations about the team, including is it time to give Yegor Chinakhov some ice time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline welcomes back Alison Lukan to the pod, and the duo discusses the latest Blue Jackets news, the team's record on the road, and giving up quick goals while on the penalty kill. Then as the team prepares to play against Anaheim on Thursday, the return of familiar face Sonny Milano, and how he has found success with the Ducks. Also, a preview of Blue Jackets vs. the Seattle Kraken, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Checking in from Dallas, Aaron Portzline is joined by Bally Sports Ohio's Dave Maetzold to discuss what has impressed them about the team so far this season, from "The Jake Effect", to goaltending, the difference in playing under Brad Larsen, and much more. Get an annual subscription to The Athletic for $3.99/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the Blue Jackets' next road trip gets underway, Aaron Portzline shares some thoughts on the upcoming games, the last batch, and some updates on Max Domi and others before welcoming former CBJ forward, and current player development coach Derek Dorsett. He give insights on working in the world of player development, working under former teammate Rick Nash, Nash's upcoming number retirement, and much more. Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline shares his thoughts on the Blue Jackets and their 7-3-0 start, and the latest on Jakub Voracek, Max Domi and Adam Boqvist. Then he is joined by Oliver Bjorkstrand to talk the team's success early on, him making most of more opportunities, playing for Team Denmark in the upcoming Olympics, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined by play by play announcer Jeff Rimer ahead of Wednesday's game against the Avalanche to discuss updates on Max Domi and Adam Boqvist, the latest in the news surrounding the Blackhawks and the NHL, what he thinks about the Blue Jackets' start, a look ahead to what could be an interesting trade deadline for the team, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline gives updates on the Blue Jackets following their practice Wednesday, including news on Adam Boqvist, Max Domi, and Dean Kukan, before being joined by CBJ defenseman Andrew Peeke, to discuss energy around the team, growing up playing hockey in Florida, what is it with hockey players and chicken parm, and more. Save on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
After some Blue Jackets updates, Aaron Portzline is joined by CBJ radio play-by-play announcer Bob McElligott to discuss the team's start, and to preview Thursday's game vs. the Islanders. Also, continuing questions at center, being proactive in a rebuild, how a fan should measure success this season, and much more! Get an annual subscription to The Athletic for $3.99/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline catches you up on the latest news on Mikko Lehtonen, Yegor Chinakhov, defensive pairings and more, before sitting down with CBJ newcomer Sean Kuraly to discuss coming home to play for Columbus and opening night, expectations for this season and much more. Get 50% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined by ESPN's John Buccigross to discuss the NHL's return to the network, working with John Tortorella, his thoughts on the Blue Jackets and the Metropolitan Division this season, and what goes into a good chicken parm? Save 50% off an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Join The Athletic’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As Alison bids farewell in her final episode as co-host of the podcast, she and Aaron discuss the Metropolitan Division and how they think the standings will shake out. Who do they have winning the division? Where do the Blue Jackets fit in? Join The Athletic’s official fantasy hockey pool on OfficePools.com: http://www.officepools.com/invite/classic/m/HAFE2H6Q Save 50% on an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron and Alison discuss the news of goalie Elvis Merzlikins' contract extension, and what it also means for Joonas Korpisalo. Then, Zac Rinaldo has been told to stay away from the Blue Jackets as their lone unvaccinated player, observations from the Traverse City tournament, and more. Get 50% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron and Alison discuss the firing of Blue Jackets assistant coach Sylvain Lefebvre, Blue Jackets prospects and the Traverse City tournament, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With training camp just around the corner, Aaron and Alison look back over the summer and discuss the five biggest moments in the Blue Jackets' offseason, from trades, to extensions, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined by Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen to discuss the draft, moving on from players like Seth Jones and Cam Atkinson and bringing in Jake Bean and Adam Boqvist, the goal of keeping players long-term, answer some fan questions, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron and Alison recap the Blue Jackets' moves in opening of the NHL Free Agency period, including signing Sean Kuraly, and extending Boone Jenner and Eric Robinson, and a one-year deal for Patrik Laine. Also, the departures of Seth Jones and Cam Atkinson, a look back at how Columbus did in the NHL Entry Draft, and much more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron and Alison discuss the surprise choice of Seattle selecting Gavin Bayreuther in the team's expansion draft, and why other unprotected players not taken. Also, with the NHL Entry Draft on Friday, Aaron and Alison discuss possible options for Columbus with the #5 pick, the team's recent draft history, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the NHL Expansion Draft coming close, Aaron and Alison discuss what decisions the Blue Jackets may need to make on players to protect, and where it can get interesting at forward. Plus, the latest on Seth Jones, their thoughts on the Wild's buyouts of Zach Parise and Ryan Suter's contracts, Duncan Keith to the Oilers, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dedicate this episode to the memory Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by new Assistant Coach Pascal Vincent to discuss coming to Columbus after ten years in Winnipeg, gelling as a coaching staff under new head coach Brad Larsen, power plays, Patrik Laine and much more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the possibility of the Columbus Blue Jackets acquiring disgruntled Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel, and how his neck injury could impact his value on the trade market, the correct rebuild approach for the Blue Jackets, John Tortora taking over as Senior VP and Chief Legal Officer, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Brad Larsen becoming the 8th full-time head coach in Columbus Blue Jackets history, front office moves including Rick Nash being promoted to Director of Player Development, an upcoming city council vote on a DORA around Nationwide Arena, and more.
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the latest in the Blue Jackets' world, including Max Domi's shoulder surgery and the affects of losing him for 5-6 months, the latest in the team's search for a head coach, if the team is headed for a rebuild, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Wednesday night's NHL Draft Lottery, and the Blue Jackets getting the 5th overall pick, also Seth Jones informing the team that he will test free agency next summer, should CBJ trade him, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the return of John Davidson to the Blue Jackets' front office, Jarmo Kekalainen's extension, and what both mean for the franchise moving forward. Also, the search for a coach is on, highlights from the IIHF World Championships, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan focus on two storylines the Blue Jackets need to address in the offseason: which goaltender does the team keep, and if they sign Seth Jones to an extension this offseason. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the end of John Tortorella's time in Columbus and share some memories and stories about the coach. Also, the top five topics the Blue Jackets will need to tackle during the offseason, including finding a coach, Seth Jones and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There certainly has been a lot going on around the NHL lately, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss everything from Tom Wilson, to the Rangers' firing of John Davidson and Jeff Gorton. Also, what former players had to say about the Columbus Blue Jackets. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan recap the Blue Jackets' 1-0 win in a shootout over the Detroit Red Wings, and Elvis Merzlikins' performance. Also, Merzlikins comments about the team and playing through a losing streak, John Tortorella's thoughts on the team culture, the duo answers some of your questions, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the bleakness of the Blue Jackets as this season winds down, the benching of Max Domi by John Tortorella, and the team as it approaches an offseason of "reloading". Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the state of the Blue Jackets post-trade deadline, and the impact of losing Nick Foligno, David Savard and Riley Nash. Also, the Blue Jackets looking at a "reload" situation for the team moving forward and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationswide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL Trade Deadline is rapidly approaching, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss what could possibly be in store for the Blue Jackets. Are David Savard or Nick Foligno on the move? Does the team trade a goalie? Also, how the latest injuries for Boone Jenner and Riley Nash can further complicate things. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
There are less than 20 games left for the Columbus Blue Jackets, but who is this team? Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss John Tortorella's desire to change them into a defense-first mentality at this stage of the game. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss referee Tim Peel's hot mic incident during the Predators- Red Wings game before discussing the difficult situation Columbus currently finds itself in: On the bubble for a playoff spot, how should the team handle the trade deadline? Save on a subscription to the Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the latest news of Mikhail Grigorenko clearing waivers and Alexandre Texier being out before previewing the upcoming Blue Jackets-Hurricanes series, turn their focus to shootouts, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
With the NHL trade deadline approaching and a team unable to get traction, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss what may be on the horizon for the Blue Jackets. Who moves? Who stays? Do both goalies stick around? Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the impact of the return of fans in a limited capacity for Tuesday's game against the Red Wings. Also, Jarmo Kekalainen's vote of confidence for John Tortorella and a discussion about midseason coaching changes, and Alison's sweet victory. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, and share their observations from Wednesday's practice, including updates on ZachWerenski and Michael Del Zotto. Also, looking ahead to Thursday's game, the league's attempt to fit in 56 games for every team, Patrik Laine...and a wager is afoot! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Also, we're looking for your feedback, tell us here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/athleticaudiosurvey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan look back at the Blue Jackets vs. Carolina, and their issues getting out of their own zone. Also, how these issues have affected the team's goalies, and how to evaluate them effectively, Max Domi's struggles, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
What a week for the Columbus Blue Jackets. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan rewind and break down all that has transpired, including Patrik Laine's benching, Mikko Koivu's retirement, and how THAT goal was allowed. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dive into the struggles of Seth Jones and Zach Werenski, and how those struggles are affecting the play of the CBJ offense. Also, Patrik Laine makes his debut, Kevin Stenlund is activated off of IR, and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dive into the trade that sent Dubois to Winnepeg and brought Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic to Columbus. What would be the signs that CBJ won this trade? Also, the unfortunate end to PLD's time in Columbus, Roslovic comes home and more. Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Blue Jackets have come out of the gate 1-2-1 and have an offense struggling to score. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the team's problems, if the Pierre-Luc Dubois situation is hurting this team and if Jarmo Kekalainen should solve the issue sooner rather than later, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We are so close to Blue Jackets hockey being played, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Fox Sports Ohio broadcaster and former Blue Jacket Jody Shelley to get you ready. They discuss the roster, Jody gives his perspective on the PLD situation, his projections for the Blue Jackets' in the Central division, and more! Save on a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the first few days of Blue Jackets camp, and observations from the team scrimmage Wednesday night. Then they dive into making some bold predictions for the season, who will score the most goals? Most assists? Comeback player? Subscribe to The Athletic for $3.99 a month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Blue Jackets training camp has begun, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan share their observations including line combos and defensive pairings, and Michael Del Zotto. They also dive into the Pierre-Luc Dubois situation, can PLD and the team co-exist while they work out a resolution? Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Training camp is right around the corner, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss what questions are lingering for this Blue Jackets team. Will Max Domi push Pierre-Luc Dubois for the #1 center spot? Also, how will PLD's contract situation play out? And as promised, Alison's John Denver story. Subscribe to The Athletic and save: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hockey is finally around the corner! Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss how the Blue Jackets may approach a shortened season, how they stack up against a new-look Central division, taxi squads, and more. Buy a subscription to The Athletic, gift a year: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan welcome Blue Jackets captain Nick Foligno and his wife, Janelle, as they discuss Janelle's new children's book, "Dear Heart: A Letter to My Special Heart". They share their daughter Milana's story, lessons adults can take from the book, Nick's time being home when there is usually a season going on, and much more. Find the book here: http://heartsplaybook.com/ Buy a subscription, gift a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this edition of Front and Nationwide, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the proposed divisions for the 20/21 NHL season, and how this Covid-19 division may benefit the Blue Jackets. Aaron and Alison discuss the shortened training camp and how team travel will work during the pandemic. Plus Portzline & Lukan take a look at how the Jackets are better positioned for the NHL expansion draft for Seattle, than they were three years ago when Vegas entered the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan welcome back Dr. Mark Cameron, Associate Professor, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, School of Medicine at Case Western Reserve University. He last appeared on the show in late May to discuss the NHL's bubble plan for return to play, now he's back to discuss this very challenging phase of the pandemic, how it affect's the NHL next season, teams hoping to play outdoors, and much more. Subscribe to The Athletic and save: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan gather notes from around the Blue Jackets organization, media, and friends sharing what they are thankful for this year. Subscribe to The Athletic and save: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline is joined this week by TSN's Ray Ferraro to discuss the road to next season, his thoughts on the new Reverse Retro jerseys, what can get the Blue Jackets over the hump, and much more. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/week: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Fox Sports Ohio's Jeff Rimer to discuss the upcoming season and the latest meetings about it. How many games need to happen to make it a legitimate season? Also, his favorite/least favorite moves of the offseason, a great Larry King story and more. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline checks in with Blue Jackets forward Gustav Nyquist after his surgery to repair a torn labrum. Nyquist discusses his injury, updates on how he's feeling, his first year in Columbus, his experience within the NHL bubble and much more. Also, Aaron and Alison Lukan discuss possible time without Nyquist for Columbus, Vladislav Gavrikov's new contract, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Fox Sports Ohio's Jody Shelley to get his thoughts on the Blue Jackets' offseason moves including the loss of Josh Anderson and the addition of Max Domi and Mikko Koivu, broadcasting from outside the NHL bubble, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan take a 30,000 feet view of the Blue Jackets and discuss what is necessary for them to become true contenders, and three avenues to help achieve it: the draft, free agency and trades. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan take their focus off of this current offseason and look ahead to Nick Foligno and his contract. He wishes to remain a member of the Blue Jackets for life, will the team make it happen, a conversation about number retirement, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the conservative approach the Blue Jackets have taken in this year's free agency period, the signing of Mikko Koivu, the left wing market, goalies, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan look back on the 1st day of NHL free agency around the league, and while the day was quiet, moving players like Alexander Wennberg shows there may be something on the horizon. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the trade that sent Josh Anderson to the Canadiens and brings in Max Domi. What impact will Domi have on the Blue Jackets? Also, they discuss the team's 21st pick in the NHL Draft, Yegor Chinakhov. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss next week's NHL Draft, the difference of it being virtual, the approach the Blue Jackets may take with their picks, contract talks, and more. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to be active in the offseason, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan explore the scenario of a buyout of Alexander Wennberg's contract in order to facilitate some moves. Subscribe to The Athletic for $1/month: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dive into the possible wingers that the Blue Jackets can pursue via trade or free agency.
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The Blue Jackets need help at center. and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dive into the possible players the team can pursue via free agency or trade. Also, thoughts on the latest NHL Award announcements. Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan count down and discuss the best five drafts and the five worst drafts in franchise history. What were the biggest hits and misses?Subscribe to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by the Blue Jackets' director of player personnel and Cleveland Monsters GM Chris Clark to discuss how different this time of year is compared to the past, loaning players to Europe during the offseason, AHL uncertainty, and more. Subscribe to the Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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We now know the results of the voting for the Jack Adams trophy, and it did not go to John Tortorella. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan spend this episode discussing Torts, why the voting may have gone the way it did, his coaching approach, and more.
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Jeff Svoboda of bluejackets.com, and to coincide with NHL Awards announcement week, they spend some time discussing which players on the Blue Jackets they would give each award. Listen to their discussion and thoughts about their CBJ candidates for the Norris, Selke, Calder, and more.
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the news of Blue Jackets' Vice President of Hockey Operations Bill Zito taking on the role of GM for the Florida Panthers, and the decision to let assistant coach Paul MacLean go after this season. What do these departures mean for the Columbus Blue Jackets?
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Corey Pronman's organizational ranking of the Columbus Blue Jackets, what are the strengths and weaknesses of their talent pipeline? Also, which players are most likely to be on the move, Alison assesses Aaron's player grades and more.
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Dr. Nicole Kraft to discuss athletes' responses to the Jacob Blake shooting in postponing games and how it looked for the NHL to continue playing on Wednesday night. Also, the need for action to back up words of support, growing league initiatives, reintroducing empathy, and more.
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The Columbus Blue Jackets are one week into their offseason, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan draw up their plans for where the team needs to look to improve. Which position group needs the most help? Can it be addressed via free agency? Also, the trade targets, the untouchable players, and more.
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Aaron is joined by Blue Jackets Radio play by play Bob McElligott for a recap of the first round series vs the Tampa Bay Lightning, and a deep dive on the season as a whole for Columbus. Aaron and Bob discuss the job that John Tortorella did behind the bench this season, the work on the roster that Jarmo Kekalainen has ahead of him. Plus the guys take a closer at the goaltending tandem of Elvis and Joonas and what Blue Jackets could be on the move this off-season.
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Aaron Portzline is joined by Brian Engblom, former NHL defenseman and current broadcaster with the Tampa Bay Lightning. They discuss how the Lightning have learned from their mistakes in last year's series, his thoughts on Victor Hedman and Seth Jones, his vision for the rest of the postseason for the Lightning, and more!
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Aaron Portzline is joined by Lightning beat writer Joe Smith to discuss the series so far, the 5 OT thriller that was Game 1 and CBJ's response in Game 2, players who have surprised on both teams, who gets Aaron's award for best name in the league and more.
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The Blue Jackets advanced to the playoffs and now will face last year's round one opponent, the Tampa Bay Lightning, again in a best-of-seven series. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by Joe Smith from The Athletic Tampa to discuss injuries on both teams and resulting lineup changes; how Tampa Bay has changed their style of play; opinions of each team of one another; is this battle personal? and more.
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Down 3-0 in Game Three, the Blue Jackets roared back for a 4-3 overtime win against the Maple Leafs to take a 2-1 series lead in the qualifying round. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down how it all went down: changing goaltenders; Pierre-Luc Dubois' big night; Seth Jones goal; and also what's next: who's in net, ice time, and more. Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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The Blue Jackets won the first game of their play-in series against Toronto 2-0. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss all that went into that victory: goaltending, defensive play; Toronto's response; and more. They also talk about Seth Jones elevating his play, his status as a future Norris Trophy winner, and what to expect in Game Two.Get 40% off of an annual subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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Aaron Portzline is joined by James Mirtle, the co-host of Leaf Report and Editor in Chief of the Athletic NHL to give Blue Jackets fans a primer on the Maple Leafs, ahead of the beginning of the five game play in series in Toronto. The guys discuss the Torts factor, Sheldon Keefe's first playoff appearance, who will score for Columbus and who will defend for Toronto? Mirtle and Porty also offer up their predictions for the series, ahead of game one in the Toronto bubble on August 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Blue Jackets - and the NHL - made it safely to two hub cities this weekend and are now readying for exhibition play and play-in rounds. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down what comes next including Columbus' current lineup; the benefit of a mental edge; the application of "speed," along with recognition of Cam Atkinson's nomination for the King Clancy Trophy.Get 40% off of a subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwideTo advertise on Front & Nationwide, go to theathletic.com/podcastads
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Mike Zeisberger, who lives in Toronto and is an NHL insider with NHL.com, joins the program to discuss the upcoming Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs qualifying series.Get 40% Off of an Annual Subscription to The Athletic: theathletic.com/frontandnationwide
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The NHL is on the cusp of approving its return to play plan. FoxSports Ohio's Brian Giesenschlag joins Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan to discuss the pros and cons of the league's outline as well as compare it to other sports like baseball. They also talk about changes to media coverage, what to expect from the Blue Jackets when the team plays Toronto, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Details are starting to come into focus for two key NHL decision points: what a new CBA will look like, and also how the playoffs of the 2019 season will be conducted. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down both of these topics and look at the current state of affairs through a Blue Jackets lens addressing questions around the salary cap, the first overall Draft pick, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As stories like Dan Fritsche's continue to shine a light on the culture of abuse in hockey, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk with Dr. Jamey Houle, the lead sports psychologist at The Ohio State University about why abuse happens, its impact, how we can try to mitigate it, and if sports culture is changing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Aaron Portzline and Michael Russo discuss the 20-year anniversaries of the Minnesota-Columbus expansion and first entry drafts, swap old stories, talk about their respective team personal Mount Rushmore's and discuss how they got into the biz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Blue Jackets are skating in small groups now and have been joined by some coaches. In this episode, assistant coach Brad Larsen joins Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan to talk about what it's like to get back on the ice - how you even make it into the Arena; what are mini group skates like; how the coaches are preparing: the opportunity that lies ahead in potential playoffs; and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As the NHL inches closer to return to play, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan debate the viability of Columbus as one of the two hub cities. They also break down what they think the Blue Jackets roster might look like for post-season play and discuss if Josh Anderson will be part of that group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL has announced a date for Phase 3 of their return to play plan. What does this mean for the Blue Jackets? What needs to happen to get players back and ready to return to the ice? Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break all that down, along with the viability of Columbus still being a hub city candidate. They also discuss John Tortorella's comments on protest within the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Professional Hockey Writers Association has announced each team's nominee for this year's Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy that is given to the player who best exemplifies perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to hockey, and the Blue Jackets' candidate is Nathan Gerbe. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk about Gerbe's deserved nomination and also provide updates on league-wide news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL released more details in its return to play plan. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk about the new information on structure and small group workouts. They also share the Blue Jackets' players reactions to the murder of George Floyd and the growing focus on racial inequity that is coming from the NHL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Show Notes: 1:47 Returning from ankle injury 3:21 Thoughts on 24 team playoff 4:40 the major questions taht still exist 5:30 Managing mental and physical preparation 7:20 Maintaining mental energy 8:40 Spending time with family 9:53 Evaluating the Toronto matchup 12:53 What work will be needed in training camp 14:10 Torts' weekly player quizzes 15:07 the coaches quiz leader board 15:56 Who's create the latest coach's quiz 16:39 Thoughts on small group workouts 18:40 How the FOrce Network Fund 5K came to be 22:03 Promoting the event on social 27:41 Shoutouts to everyone who helped 26:08 Porty's daughter's chirps 26:38 Porty's 5K Course
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1:00 NHL’s plan is reasonable 2:45 Mitigating risk 3:08 Success of Ohio’s actions 6:20 Risk factors involved 8:14 Testing access and supply 13:05 Steps to take to stay safe 16:40 new lessons from COVID-19 18:00 Maintaining the integrity of the bubble 21:00 Similarity to an Olympic Park 22:00 can you transmit via sweat 26:27 Can weather have an impact 29:46 The risks that may come in the fall 30:00 Antibodies 33:20 Importance of a vaccine 35:05 Learning about a new virus 39:00 Extra steps NHL has to take? 42:25 TOR-CBJ prediction
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Show Notes: :46 player approval of plan 2:14 Two teams voted against 3:39 22 page list of requirements for Phase II 5:42 Columbus as a hub city still in play? 10:39 Timeline for hockey to return 13:23 Delay of next season 14:00 Quarantine ramification 15:11 Testing 19:30 impacts to teams around the league 20:40 TOR-CBJ matchup 23:26 First round / play-in ramifications 26:03 CBJ injuries update 28:19 Expiring contracts
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1:00 Will teams play in Columbus 1:33 Recapping the NHL's proposal 2:15 CBJ is in 4:03 Should the field be smaller than 24 teams? 6:37 What we think of a CBJ TOR matchup 8:34 CBJ defense vs TOR offense 9:34 Mental preparation 10:49 no start date determined / benefits to Columbus hosting? 13:13 Top four seeds will play to re-seed 13:30 Most intriguing matchup in the East 15:40 Most intriguing matchup in the West 17:01 Listener Q&A - Projecting lines and pairs 23:00 Goaltending 25:12 Doing what is best healthwise 28:00 Playing in empty rinks 31:29 Q&A: Downgrade for CBJ 33:14 Q&A Do CBJ go after Mathew Barzal
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:40 Still a Columbus resident 1:13 Will you move to Springfield?1:23 how your new job came to pass? 3:44 What it’s like starting a new job at this time 4:44 Does no fans mean there’ can’t be an AHL? 6:18 Some teams controlled by NHL organizations 7:08 support from NHL teams 8:14 What is the process to transition to your new job? 9:50 Will you look to leave your mark on the role? 11:00 Crazier things happen in the AHL – is that fun? 12:30 The relationship between the NHL and the AHL 14:15 Why did it take so long for NHL teams to move their affiliates close? 16;16 It used to be unheard of to have NHL-AHL teams close 18:34 How do you remember your time with #CBJ 19:46 remembering the 08-09 playoffs 21:00 The too many men call on Modin 21:18 Players from both teams celebrating 21:46 Do you have a regret? 22:50 Have you been in touch with Rick Nash? 23:45 Working to Nash’s demands vs waiting out the trade market 25:15 The impact of the summer of 2012 26:32 Sergei Bobrovsky 27:37 Bringing competitiveness to the team 28:40 Did the summer of 2012 exceed the value you perceived at the time? 30:55 How did you become a reds fan? 32:29 Strange to hear the Reds called by a voice other than Marty Brennaman 34:45 Both the president of the AAA hockey and AAA baseball leagues live in Columbus – is there something to be learned from each other?
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Show notes: :48 What’s going on in hockey ops these days? 3:20 Columbus as a possible hub city 5:21 Nationwide Arena holding up – as old as Joe Lewis when CBJ entered the league 5:46 Contracts for goaltenders; what’s different about big ticket contracts this season? 8:36 Possible changes to the cap 9:59 Outlook on contracts for Anderson / Dubois 11:00 What are you most proud of from this team this season 11:49 – goaltenders 12:28 – Nathan Gerbe 12:33 coaching 13:35 Can you enjoy the moment when the team is doing well? 15:40 Discussing the leadership from John Davidson and Jarmo Kekalainen 17:50 What’s been a surprise moving from an agent to working for a team 20:15 What’s it like / who has jumped from agent -> team 21:57 First player’s contract you got signed - 22:00 First client: Steve Rohlik (ohio state) - 24:44 First NHL deal 26:50 One thing you would want fans to know about contract negotiations 29:00 Describe your personal leadership style 32:40 The power of people in pro sports giving back
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1:00 What will this season be remembered for in Cleveland 3:24 What it is like to be the supply chain of talent for the NHL club 3:03 so many PTO’s 6:41 Which guys have been told to stay ready for a possible NHL return 8:05 How coach Eaves handled his first season with the club 11:00 Sharing reports on players with the Blue Jackets 13:00 Development coach / department growth 15:01 Checking in on: Trey Fix-Wolansky 18:45 Would Fix-Wolansky have been called up 19:52 Gabriel Carlsson 21:51 Kole Sherwood 23:48 Trent Vogelhuber 26:00 What are call-up conversations like 28:00 How do you manage players who are not called up 30:18 Thoughts on Scott Howson taking over as AHL president 31:50 Day to day interactions with the AHL president? 32:50 State of AHL meetings 33:20 Checking in on the Clark family and sharing quarantine stories
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:33 Welcome back, Tom 1:00 two months since the NHL pause 1:44 Columbus remains a possible hub for games 2:25 International play suspended – impact to Columbus 3:04 Watching Soccer coming back in Germany 4:38 Comparing the NHL coming back to NBA 5:19 League gearing up – how to handle testing 8:18 What might a playoff / tournament look like? 8:55 Bottom seven teams excluded 10:09 Is it fair to lop off the bottom teams 11:04 Is the field size too big? 12:41 Impact on the Draft lottery 14:40 Chris Johnston’s scenario 17:06 Larry Brooks’ scenario 18:00 How many games do you need to justify a training camp 19:00 Round robin play 19:51 How different could these results be? 21:02 Should we scrap results from season to date? 22:55 Should seeding include season results to date? 24:23 Where is the line in the standings to get a bye? 25:20 Comparing to the 81 Reds 26:23 How long will it take to get over the asterisks? 29:29 Imagine if Canada wins in a year with an asterisk
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Show Notes: :21 Introducing Liam Foudy :41 Discussing Foudy’s NHL debut 1:00 Where are you now and how are you staying in shape 1:50 Training and working towards a date 2:10 Discussing the Feb. 9 callup 3:40 How did the callup happen? 4:47 London’s willingness to let you go to CBJ 5:30 What’s it like when Rick Nash returns to London 6:30 What’s been your experience with development coaches – how do they communicate 7:30 What was your teammates’ reaction to your NHL debut 8:00 Process 9:28 What special messages did your eceive? 9:59 What did you learn from playing in the NHL? 11:00 Did you se the competitiveness from Tampa Bay? 12:00 Who blew you away on the ice? 12:18 How do you get outside your head when making your NHL debut? 13:18 What was your second NHL game like? 14:32 What was your welcome to the NHL moment? 15;12 What are you learning about how to be a pro? 16:15 What was it like when the CHL season was cancelled? 18:00 How will you guys try to mark the end of your CHL seasons? 18:55 What’s the impact been on future NHL draft picks? 20:09 Hitting the DNA jackpot 22:00 Did you consider track or football? 22:27 What was your event in track? 23:10 When did you switch to hockey exclusively? 23:34 How does your speed stack up to NHL speed? 24:35 Can you get faster? 24:45 Playiig wing vs center 26:40 Netflix recommendation 27:00 Have you watched Schitt’s Creek?
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:20 Paying respect to Paul Donskov 1:40 How much Paul cared about hockey and Columbus 2:58 The Donskov family trip to Davos this past Christmas 4:04 Hosting the World Cup coaches at the Donskov home 6:15 Catching up with League news 6:43 League setting up phases to return to play 9:20 Financial benefits of returning to play 10:30 Changing their minds on not taking away from next year 14:00 involving an infectious disease specialist 15:05 Impact on compensations / trades 16:06 Testing demands 18:27 If Columbus hosts games will players stay at home or hotels? 20:29 Vets may not like not being able to stay home 20:55 What happens to teams that are “out of the race” 22:05 What do you do for a playoff format 23:49 Impacts on the salary cap 25:00 Will fans come back?
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Show Notes: 1:00 British play by play specialists are narrating their dogs, how is Rimer surviving? 2:10 What do you think of the pitch to host Metro games in Columbus? 4:30 Why Columbus makes sense 7:05 What might it be like to call a game with no fans in the building 8:53 Will Jody Shelley get to be between the benches? 9:32 The risk / reward of being able to hear everything John Tortorella says 10:15 Will there need to be a Fox Sports Ohio plus broadcast for coach speak? (joke) 11:30 What would be the ideal seat from which to cover a game 12:42 How different would it be to call the game off a TV/monitor versus being in the building 15:37 Pre-game show will need a bigger desk to honor social distancing / it will be hard to broadcast through a mask 16:25 Bigger ramifications of the pause: - 16:25 Salary cap changes - 18:40 Using an exceptional category for one player per team - 19:48 Does that help Blue Jackets facilitate a trade? - 19:58 Could they average the cap over the next three years? - 20:20 CBJ will be healthy if season resumes 20:57 Impact of pause on free agents 22:00 Draft in June – what do we think? 23:30 Playoff format options 23:53 Impact on players whose contracts expire July 1 24:16 Rimer’s idea for trades at the Draft 25:36 What is the impact of prorating the balance of the season: entry level contracts; points scored; games played 26:30 Will the playoffs start with no more games and Blue Jackets would be out? 28:26 Blue Jackets know if playoffs started today they wouldn’t be in 29:20 Rimer believes you can’t go directly into playoffs without some other games first 30:30 Imagine games in Columbus and the Blue Jackets aren’t in the playoffs 32:29 Portzline’s thoughts on Gary Bettman 33:33 A review of the Blue Jackets players and where they stand in terms of returning from injury 37:00 Rimer on players returning from injury
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Show Notes: Part I 1:00 four central sites for playoffs? 1:20 Merzlikins signing 2:57 When to make a move with either goaltender 5:04 Is there a right time to make a move? 7:29 Blue Jackets will want to be in the drivers seat with their goaltenders Part II :00 What is your job right now 1:11 What can players do to stay in shape? 2:39 What are some exercises guys can do? 3:54 How much time will players need to get back in game shape 5:00 Is rollerblading good exercise? 6:39 How long should guys have between this season if it resumes and next 7:30 Recovery time between seasons 9:50 How different could playoff hockey look? 11:30 Compare and contrast all the sports you’ve worked in 16:05 What athletes blew you away 18:45 Nutritional coaching during the pause 19:40 Managing to a different activity level 20:40 What are you doing during the pause 21:28 What’s life like at home right now (with horses etc)
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There's hockey news! The Blue Jackets have extended goaltender Joonas Korpisalo for two years and also seem to have a deal in place with Mikhail Grigorenko - but it will have to wait until July 1 to become official. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan analyze these moves and then talk about the season to date wit former Fox Sports Ohio analyst, and fan favorite, Bill Davidge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Show Notes; :31 How Gerbe is doing 1:22 Still doesn't feel like an off-season 2:00 A health update - had double hernia surgery 3:24 When the injury happened 4:00 Frustration of be3ing injured 5:41 Appreciating the moment of what he's done this year 8:30 Catching shit from his teammates online 9:43 His relationship with Cam Atkinson and playing with him now 11:00 Charity efforts 13:21 Tom Atkinson chimes in 14:32 Has Gerbe cemented himself in the CBJ's plans 17:00 What's it like to hear your name chanted by fans 18:12 Calling play by play 20:00 His preferred nickname - Do NHL players show enough personality - What should fans know about the game of hockey 27:46 Clashing with Chara 29:01 Would CBJ be a hard out in the playoffs 31:00 What's it like to play for Torts
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Notes: :46 How is life for the Shelleys during the pause 1:40 the joys of homeschooling 2:15 Watching any old CBJ games? 3:10 Talking about Torts' speech going into the playoffs last year 3:43 What made that speech powerful 6:34 What is the player reaction to a speech like that 8:05 How did the style of play in the playoffs feed into this year? 10:10 How do you inject the belief and execution into a bunch of young players with all the injuries this year? 13:44 Will this team be satisfied with proving the naysayers wrong? 15:13 What storylines did you want to see play out this year? 15:55 when healthy, how do the veterans respond to a disappointing start? 15:59 The goaltending tandem 18:30 What is it like to be a beloved fan favorite and hear fans chant your name (like Jared Boll, Tyler Wright, Nathan Gerbe) 21:00 What was the biggest challenge moving into media from being a player? 23:30 Have any players called you out for something you said? 35:10 Which CBJ player is a future media star? 26:20 Whats the difference between working in national and local media? 27:47 Tell us about your gig with NHL (tv) 29:00 Is the endgame to be national / local or both? 30:17 Who has been a guiding force in your media career? 32:08 Are you calling plays for at home activities? 33:30 How do you go about evaluating another team?
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Notes: 1:40 - how are things in Tampa? 2:45 - How did the sweep impact Tampa Bay 6:46 - coming into the series, this was a tale of two teams with opposite seasons 10:10 - recapping Game 1 12:15 - reacting to adversity in Game 1 13:00 - the reaction in Game 2 15:15 - recapping Game 3 18:15 - what was the moment you felt the series was decided? 21:30 - what CBJ player opened your eyes in the series? 23:15 - how did leadership respond? 25:20 - Impression of the Blue Jackets fan base 26:50 - Looking back at the game between these two teams this season 28:33 - Torts' perception in Tampa Bay 31:35 - if the season ends without playoffs, what is the impact on the Lightning
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1:45 Sharing the FIFA approach per The Athletic’s article 3:57 Could the pause be indefinite for NHL? 5:48 FIFA isn’t the NHL 6:00 Realities of finishing this NHL season 7:00 Pick up where the season left off next year? 11:00 Ways to be creative about a new season? 11:55 Logistics between players association and league 13:55 Seth Jones back on the ice 15:00 The story of Jeff’s broken ankle 16:40 Bjorkstrand update 17:30 Most missed storyline 22:30 Two goalies usage 23:40 Playoff streaks and where CBJ stands among the NHL teams 24:39 New team name for Seattle 32:15 Next wave of forwards 36:30 young teams maturing
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Show Notes: 1:06 what’s life like right now? 2:25 how are you staying in touch with coaches/ players? 3:48 Kenny McCudden’s role with CBJ 8:06 Discussing how Kenny communicates with players 10:50 How do you find new areas of the game to tackle 13:00 Working in women’s hockey 17:30 Kenny’s path to the NHL 19:40 Brad Larsen’s role with Kenny 20:10 Coming back from hip replacement 22:00 How did you make the final step to the NHL? 24:05 Jared Boll’s role 26:54 The first time Kenny said no to CBJ 27:31 Working with the Chicago Blackhawks 29:48 Getting texts from CHI players after they won the Stanley Cup 30:44 What’s rewarding for Kenny in his role 31:50 A practice that sticks out from this season 34:00 Do you ever sleep, Kenny? 35:26 What have you learned about Columbus Ohio? 37:00 Workimng through the coaching change in Columbus 38:40 Torts has done the best coaching of his career
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Show notes: 2:35 – goaltending market this summer5:40 – Evaluating Elvis Merzlikins and Joonas Korpisalo11:00 – how feasible is it to truly split the net between two goaltenders15:00 – Understanding the relationship between goaltender and coach18:30 – Projecting the Metro Division as far as goaltending- New York Rangers- 22:30 – New Jersey Devils- 22:58 – New York Islanders- 23:03 – Carolina Hurricanes- 23:18 – Pittsburgh Penguins- 23:23 – Philadelphia Flyers- 23:26 – Washington Capitals23:42 – Comparing Merzlikins and Igor Shesterkin24:30 – How to evaluate goaltenders36:14 – Goaltender trades – what is the peak time for Korpisalo and Merzlikins41:10 – Evaluating Daniil Tarasov45:00 – Protecting goaltenders for the expansion draft
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1:28: Who would have come back from injury?2:50: Watching the standings shake out4:13: What would be going on in the Metro Division?4:19: Would John Tortorella have won the Jack Adams trophy?5:36: Is this the season John Tortorella would be most proud of?6:04: Who would have played in net for the Blue Jackets to finish out the season?7:25: How many goals would Zach Werenski have scored?8:23: Nick Foligno enjoys “Wine with DeWine,” and so do we--Foligno interview
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With the NHL season still on pause, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan review the entirety of the Blue Jackets’ depth chart and discuss who will return for the 2020-21 season, what contracts will need to be negotiated, and our thoughts on possible changes in the lineup for next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan have the latest updates on the Blue Jackets and go through a bunch of your #FandN questions on everything from playoffs, to Josh Anderson’s next contract, the best Blue Jackets lineup ever, and key analytical questions.
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The NHL season remains on pause and as the days tick away, Aaron Portzline, Tom Reed and Alison Lukan discuss the current state of the Blue Jackets and the league. They also answer your #FandN questions including possible playoff setups; favorite things; how AHL call up logistics work; and more. Submit your questions on Twitter using the #FandN hashtag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The NHL has suspended the season . In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the impacts of this decision, what it means for fans, the Blue Jackets organization, and how things may look from a hockey perspective when the game returns to the ice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12 games to go in the regular season and the Blue Jackets remain in the playoff hunt. In this episode, Aaron Portzline, Tom Reed, and Alison Lukan discuss what to make of the 1-1-1 western Canada trip and process versus results. They also break down the recent play of Pierre-Luc Dubois; what should be the plan for playing Joonas Korpisalo and Elvis Merzlikins down the stretch; and, is this John Tortorella’s best coaching performance to date? And stay to the end for an update on both Ohio State hockey teams’ success this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk about the OT loss in Calgary, the Blue Jackets’ OT woes this season, a day off in beautiful Banff, Alberta, the newest free agent signing, and who is and isn;t a threat in the playoff race.
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Coming off a big win against Vancouver, the Blue Jackets face the most difficult schedule of any team in the NHL, and they’ll have to play through it without Josh Anderson who had season-ending shoulder surgery this week. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break it all down - the pro’s and con’s of the schedule, what’s happening around the Metro, and who is to count this Blue Jackets team out? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode, Alison Lukan goes one on one with the newest Blue Jacket Devin Shore to talk about what it’s like to be traded, adapting to a new team; and…Harry Potter! We also review the past few days for the Blue Jackets, injury updates, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
00: Game Recap – shuffling of standings2:37 A win over Ottawa4:56 Foligno’s message to the team6:05 The way this team has to play7:42 Reviewing the Sonny Milano trade9;52 Milano’s evolution including the Calder Cup win12:50 Milano is a unique player14:26 The role of RFA status for Milano and Devin Shore16:15 Markus Hannikainen traded18:38 Josh Anderson not moved at the deadline21:40 Does CBJ take a PR hit if Josh Anderson leaves the organization?22:49 The friendship between Devin Shore and Josh Anderson25:07 Pos reinforcement and the impact of how hockey culture handles injuries
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1:11 What’s going on with this team3:20 The hits keep coming and coming at the top of the lineup4:25 OT choices5:43 it all works together in this game – injuries impacting everything7:22 Giving up leads7:44 NHL deadline preview8:16 status of team as playoff team11 Josh Anderson14:24 Sonny Milano on the block?17:02 Blue line have any trade options?19:00 Seller without selling the season20:51 Fans impression of deadline moves22:45 How hard is this scenario for Jarmo Kekalainen24:33 Upcoming Schedule
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Show Notes: :50 CBJ heading into big head to head with Flyers1:27 Winner gets third in Metro1:50 Breaking down the Blue Jackets’ five game losing streak3:24 Reviewing the New Jersey game4:14 Glass half empty?6:55 Remaining schedule review7:30 Guys are not scoring10:00 Missing Seth Jones11:50 Glass half full?15:40 This team compared to the 14-15 team in terms of injuries17:00 Is the team getting tired?17:24 Trade proposals you’d accept
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2:21 Seth Jones Injury2:52 Atkinson injury4:14 played on a broken ankle6:41 Jones absence affects all areas of play8:50 Jones learned on OT9:18 TBL Game9:46 Replacing Atkinson with Foudy11:19 Foudy’s performance12:55 Contract restrictions for ELC13:35 David Savard welcomes a son14:30 Scoring woes – 10G in 6 games17:00 Impact of Wennberg’s loss18:46 Anderson signing?20:30 Can’t imagine trading him21:43 Different shoulder23:55 look across league26:55 Send in your trade proposals
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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by ESPN’s John Buccigross to discuss the surprising Blue Jackets season thus far; who the team might target at the trade deadline; the evolution of Ohio State hockey; and the best chicken parm.
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With the inaugural Blue Jackets Hockey Analytics Conference happening this weekend, assistant general manager, Josh Flynn joined Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan to talk about why he wanted to hold this event, what he hopes comes from it, and more events about what to expect from the weekend.
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Before this season began, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan shared their bold predictions for the year: https://theathletic.com/1233492/2019/09/23/burning-questions-bold-predictions-for-the-blue-jackets-in-2019-20/. With 31 game to go, we revisit those thoughts to see what we got right, what we got wrong, and what remains to be decided.
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The Blue Jackets incredible run continues with two wins over the weekend each backed by a different Latvian goaltender. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk about the contributions in net; how the play in front of the goalers helps their success; how much longer this streak may go; the veterans who are returning to the lineup; and how this year feels different than last.
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With the Blue Jackets back in the playoff hunt, one of the key players who has risen up to help drive the team’s success is Elvis Merzlikins. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss all things Elvis - his drive to be great; his performance in net; the possibility that he can connect with Columbus outside hockey; the silver lining of having two great young goaltenders; and how does Blue Jackets management act going forward - will there be a trade on the horizon?
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The Blue Jackets beat the Kings last night 3-2 and are now one point out of a wild card spot. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down the game in Los Angeles; the games that lie ahead; and discuss the contributions of Elvis Merzlikins, Sonny Milano, and Nathan Gerbe, and how knowing the opportunity is yours for the taking has bread confidence in this young group.
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The Blue Jackets lost to Chicago Sunday, but that wasn’t the biggest story. A failed clock re-set cost the team an overtime win, and ultimately set up a shootout that would see Joonas Korpisalo leave the game due to injury, and a post-game John Tortorella rant. Now, Korpisalo is out weeks and Elvis Merzlikins takes over as the starting goaltender. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan recap all of these events and offer their perspective on how it all went down and how the club moves forward from this series of events.
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Depleted by injuries, the Blue Jackets earned an impressive 3-0 win over the Washington Capitals Monday. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan recap all the highlights of the game and talk about where this team is overall in terms of the play of their rookies; looking at players deeper in the organization; and what we continue to learn - and still need to learn - about goaltending as Joonas Korpisalo claims the starters net.
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The Blue Jackets earned a 5-2 win over the Capitals, Monday, to stop a four-game losing skid. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the different identities the team has shown in this stretch and try to figure out what the team might truly be - and if there’s still time to put it all together.
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With Zach Werenski expected to miss four weeks of action due to a shoulder injury, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down the impacts of that loss as well as how the Blue Jackets need to respond, including the ongoing lack of scoring. The two also discuss recent revelations of coach misconduct in the league.
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Alison and Aaron sit down for a very special podcast where they pick the All-Decade Blue Jackets team.
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Coming off the second shutout of Joonas Korpisalo’s career, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss how he has taken ownership of the Blue Jackets’ net and what Elvis Merzlikins has to do to recover from the loss in Winnipeg. The two also break down the impact both the power play and penalty kill are making with their team, and the curious case of Josh Anderson’s play to date.
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Coming off a weekend win against St. Louis, the Blue Jackets continue to shuffle lines to try and spark offense. We talk about the forward changes, along with how the team has fared without the suspended Nick Foligno; the possibility of Merzlikins getting more playing time in Cleveland; Zach Werenski’s calm style of play, and more in advance of Tuesday’s game against Montreal.
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It’s been an up and down road trip for Columbus. They won in Arizona but lost in Colorado in a game that saw Joonas Korpisalo lose his cool, and Nick Foligno with an illegal hit that will cost him a few games. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the repercussions of those actions and what the Blue Jackets will have to do if they want to get their season back on track.
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After a six-game point streak, the Blue Jackets are 0-3-1 in their last four games. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss which version of this team is their true identity; players who aren’t meeting expectations right now; the challenges the group is facing; and the recent call-up of Kole Sherwood and what he can bring to the ice.
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After a 7-4 loss in Philadelphia, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down some big lessons learned including managing emotion; injuries to Murray and Texier; and the struggling power play - including John Tortorella’s thoughts.
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After the Blue Jackets earn an impressive overtime win in Toronto, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the attitude of the team and how they have bought in; the return of Josh Anderson; managing Ryan Murray’s workload and players who are contributing in different ways.
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The Blue Jackets have steadied defensively since that debacle in Pittsburgh during the second game of the season. This is going to be their backbone all season, but what have we learned about this group offensively. And when does rookie goaltender Elvis Merzlikins get his first chance to redeem himself following a difficult NHL debut.
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Alison and Aaron talk about the Blue Jackets first win of the season, playing with Patience, Josh Anderson being out of the lineup and what that means and also the Blue Jackets special teams – is the power play for real?
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Front & Nationwide Episode 80-Examining the Blue Jackets roster as it starts to take shape by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 79-Blue Jacket training camp updates-who's looked good, Texier talk, does an offer sheet await by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 78-2019-20 Season Preview and Training Camp Updates by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 77-Blue Jackets' Free Agency Debrief by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 76-Looking at the Draft, Development Camp, and the current state of Free Agency by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 75-Special guest-Dave Maetzold--Rick Nash once again a Blue Jacket; Stanley Cup Final by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 75-Discussing the Blue Jackets' off-season with Bob McElligott by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 74-JD's departure; can Columbus get more Draft picks; Blue Jackets at Worlds by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 73-Discussing next season's goaltending plan; how does it feel if Boston wins the Cup? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 72-Laying out the variables of a busy Blue Jackets off-season by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 71-Examining Blue Jackets-Bruins' Game 5, Previewing Game 6 by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 70-Previewing Game 4, Marchand's hit, the power play, Seth Jones elevating his play by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 69-Takeaways from Blue Jackets-Bruins two games in with Joe McDonald by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 68-Previewing the Round 2 Blue Jackets-Bruins matchup with Joe McDonald by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 67-Waiting for Round 2-Gavrikov arrives; fan celebration; managing the down time by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 66-Breaking down the Blue Jackets series sweep of Tampa Bay with Greg Wyshynski by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 65-What's contributing to the Blue Jackets' success? Checking in on Tampa Bay with Joe Smith by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 64-Previewing Blue-Jackets-Lightning Game 3-expectations, adjustments, news updates by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 63-Looking back at Blue Jackets-Lightning Game 1; previewing Game 2 by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 62-Breaking down the playoff series versus the Tampa Bay Lightning by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 61-Playoff scenarios; Texier to play; Kukan making an impact by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 60-Blue Jackets playing as a team, reaping rewards; Elvis, Peeke, Dalpe, Bob news by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 59-A big win over Montreal; the role of the fourth line; Foligno for Masterton; appreciating Bill Davidge by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 58-The state of things-discussing the Blue Jackets road trip and huge upcoming games by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 57-Trying to make sense of the Edmonton game; Panarin's recent performance; goaltending updates by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 56-Blue Jackets top line; goaltending; and is Elvis entering the building? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 55-Josh Anderson setting the tone; the penalty kill; final 12-game stretch by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 54-The need to find the finish; Current play of Duchene; Bjorkstrand; Anderson by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 53-Taking stock-play against Pittsburgh, Bob and Korpi, Duchene and Dzingel, the schedule ahead by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 52-On the Blue Jackets and measuring up to great expectations by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 51-With a big 10 games coming, time for Blue Jackets to gel by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 50-The deadline that was bigger than a cannon blast by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 49-Breaking down the Matt Duchene trade by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 48-Measuring up against Tampa Bay; trade deadline nearing; Sherwood's NHL debut by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 47-Lessons from the Islanders; moms' trip; trade deadline needs by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 46-Recapping the road trip; Panarin changes agents; managing to the trade deadline by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 45-Confidence building for Bjorkstrand, power play by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 44-Where we are on Bobrovsky and Panarin by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 43-In search of centers by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 42-Reacting to Panarin's decision to not sign a pre-trade deadline extension by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 41-the addition of Martin St. Louis; Jersey number stories; Stenlund's NHL performance by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 40-What we're learning about Korpisalo; Panarin decisions; Brassard a Jacket again? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 39-Jackets' 3-0 in the face of adversity; Korpisalo ups his game; Nash back at Nationwide by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 38-Bobrovsky returns; Nash Retires; Foligno back with his team by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 37-Evaluating the Blue Jackets at the half-way point; Dubinsky's new role; the schedule ahead by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 36-Jones, Atkinson All-Stars again; secondary scoring; the tight Metro race by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 35-Playing for Foligno and family, Werenski finding his game, Dubois' evolving by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 34-Blue Jackets foot off the gas defensively? Atkinson's success; Bobrovsky's status by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 33-The power play; shooting at an empty net; Blue Jackets' new SVP:Chief Marketing Officer by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 32-Jackets re-discovering their style of play; Wennberg's path; the tale of Nationwide Arena by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 31-A look around the Metro; the 2021 expansion draft; a trade we wouldn't make by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 30-Assistant coach switch; the end of 'Find a Way to Win'; returning to defensive structure by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 29-Hoodies, Thursday's OT win in Philly, and Werenski's continued evolution by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 28-In game of mistakes, what do we know about these Blue Jackets; open ice hits; Mosters Update by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 27-Duclair-Bjorkstrand competition; shift lengths; and Coliseum memories by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 26-Talking Blue Jackets with Sportsnet's Chris Johnston by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 26-Talking Blue Jackets with Sportsnet's Chris Johnston by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 25-Discussing Bjorkstrand, Murray, and the Blue Jackets' busy schedule ahead by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 24-Breaking down game 21,Werenski,Atkinson;Are Jackets a Cup contender? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 23-The resurgence of the Blue Jackets, Wennberg, and Dubinsky by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 022-Jackets hitting their stride? Evolving Duclair and Werenski by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 021-The return to Washington; defensive shake-up; Bob is Bob again by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 020-Game 15 lineup changes; managing confidence; power play challenges by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 019-The different moods of Blue Jacket hockey; more on Elvis Merzlikins by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 018-What's behind the Blue Jackets' goals against; Dubinsky update; Ohio State jerseygate by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 017-Breaking down G9- playing the right way, new lines, home crowds by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 016-Jones returns, new defensive pairs, are we back to morning skates? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 015-Game 6, Duclair's development and a possible Jones return by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 014-Interpreting a 3-2 start; Werenski's defense; Korpisalo's starts by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 013-Korpisalo starts, Duclair moves up on the power play, and the Murray Nutivaara pair by Front and Nationwide
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Losing Dubinsky; Calvert, Cole’s return; what to learn from Tavares’ last season with NYI
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Front & Nationwide Episode 011-What game one tells us by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 010-The predictions episode by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 009-What Seth Jones' injury means, Werenski is back, & what about an outdoor game in Ohio? by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 008-Discussing changes behind the bench and on the blue line by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 007-Examining the Blue Jackets' special teams by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 006-Looking at the Blue Jackets' roster-combinations and questions by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 005-Bobrovsky and Panarin speak; updates from training camp by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 004-Discussing Jackets prospects' play with Corey Pronman by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 003-Front Office Extensions and Prospect Play begins by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 002-Riley Nash and a new look on defense by Front and Nationwide
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Front & Nationwide Episode 001: Bob and Bread by Front and Nationwide
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