Cannon Fodder

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about the how it might be best for the Jackets to tank this season. Next, we discuss how the Blue Jackets are in the final stretch of this season, which opponents they still have left to face, and discuss how the team has performed overall. Finally, we mention which defensemen have been playing well and recap what’s going on around the NHL. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we discuss the inconsistent performance that we have seen from this Columbus Blue Jackets team over the past few weeks, talk about the players who have been out with injuries, and mention the upcoming NHL trade deadline. Finally, we talk about players David Savard, Zach Werenski, and Blue Jacket’s caption Nick Foligno. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we recap where the Jackets currently stand in the NHL standings, talk about last night’s 5-4 overtime loss to the Florida Panthers, and discuss players Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we recap last night’s 4-1 victory over the Detroit Red Wings. Next, we talk about how last night’s game was the first-time fans were allowed back in Nationwide Arena at a limited capacity since the coronavirus pandemic began. Finally, we talk about what Tortorella did with recent lineup changes and mention what General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen had to say about head coach John Tortorella and his position as the head of The Columbus Blue Jackets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap last night’s 6-5 victory over the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center on Thursday February 11, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. Next, we discuss the Blue Jacket’s recent performance, talk about players Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic, and discuss the drama that occurred between Laine and Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap the current standings in NHL, talk about how many players are out with COVID-19 and are following protocols throughout the league, and discuss the performance from the Jacket’s in their last four games against the Chicago Blackhawks and the Dallas Stars. Finally, we discuss the Blue Jackets goaltenders Elvis Merzļikins and Joonas Korpisalo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap last night’s 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio. Next, we talk about we talk about how the Blue Jackets have traded centreman Pierre-Luc Dubois and in returned acquired players Patrik Laine and Jack Roslovic. Finally, we discuss the Jacket’s struggling powerplay and speculate on ways that this could improve. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about CBJ player Pierre-Luc Dubois and what his future in Columbus might look like. Finally, we recap the last two games against the Detroit Red Wings, talk about the Jacket’s power-play performance, and preview tomorrow night’s home-opener against the Tampa Bay Lightning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we discuss how the divisions have been modified for this season because of coronavirus NHL safety protocols. Next, we preview the Blue Jackets 2021 season, mention how the start of this season feels different, and talk about the Jacket’s goaltenders. Finally, we talk about the term taxi squad and define what this means for the upcoming season, and preview tonight’s CBJ season opener against the Nashville Predators. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we discuss the start of the 2021 training camp. Next, we talk about CBJ player Pierre-Luc Dubois and his exit strategy, and discuss what General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen has said regarding Dubois. Finally, we break down what the recent scrimmage was like, and discuss future lines that we might expect to see as the season-opener approaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we discuss what happened during the recent NHL Draft and what moves the Blue Jackets made. Next, we provide updates on Jacket players Brandon Dubinsky, Max Domi, Mikko Koivu, and Josh Anderson. Finally, we mention what General Manager Jarmo Kekäläinen has done so far, talk about ongoing contract negotiations regarding centerman Pierre-Luc Dubois, and speculate what potential new lines could look like going forward. Read more: Jarmo Kekalainen has salary cap room, options if Pierre-Luc Dubois signs offer sheet Michael Arace | Blue Jackets' center depth lends sense to forward lines Blue Jackets have options to manage the final year of Brandon Dubinsky's contract Blue Jackets' Mikko Koivu motivated by new team, new challenge and Stanley Cup quest Michael Arace | Is there tool other than hammer to build contract with Pierre-Luc Dubois? Blue J

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we recap how the Blue Jackets got knocked out of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Tampa Bay Lightning. Next, we talk about the Jacket’s current roster and what’s ahead for them during this off season. Finally, we speculate if the Blue Jackets will make trades and discuss the upcoming NHL Draft. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this show we recap what happened in Game 5 against the Toronto Maple Leafs, discuss the performance of goaltender Joonas Korpisalo, and talk about which Blue Jacket players stood out during this 3-2 series victory. Finally, we preview Round 1 of the Stanley Cup Playoffs against the Tampa Bay Lightning and discuss numerous factors that go into this playoff rematch. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to recap the 3-0 loss against the Toronto Maple Leafs in Game 2 of the playoff qualifying round. During this episode we discuss how this series is now tied at 1-1, talk about how many penalties the Blue Jacket’s had during Game 2, and discuss some big hits that occurred during play. Finally, we provide an injury update on defenseman Jake Muzzin, preview Game 3 against Toronto, and talk about some line changes that we could expect to see.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to recap the Blue Jackets’ 2-0 victory against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Sunday night at Scotiabank Arena. During this episode we discuss how goaltender Joonas Korpisalo played, what we saw happen as the game progressed, and speculate how we think the Blue Jacket’s might continue to struggle to score during this series. Finally, we talk about the NHL bubble, mention how no positive coronavirus cases have been reported so far, and discuss what life is like living in the bubble.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to discuss the NHL’s 24 team tournament, what this format will look like, and how these “hub” cities will work. Next, we talk about how the Blue Jackets will face the Toronto Maple Leafs in the first round of the tournament, discuss when all the players could potentially return, and mention some of the protocols the league is taking regarding the coronavirus pandemic. Finally, we talk about how player Blue Jacket’s player Nathan Gerbe is nominated for the NHL’s Masterson Trophy award this year.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to recap what has happened within the NHL during the last two weeks amid the coronavirus. During this episode we provide an update on where the standings sit since the league has suspended the season, talk about how this has impacted the Columbus Blue Jackets, and speculate what it might look like if the season resumes at some point. Next, we discuss what could happen to the NHL draft, the free agent season, and review the Jacket’s season as a whole so far. Finally, during this show we are joined by super-fan Owen Arace.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Arena in Vancouver, Canada on Sunday March 9th, 2020.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. On this episode we recap the recent 3-2 loss to the Calgary Flames, talk about which prospect players the Blue Jackets are interested in, and provide an update on the team’s current injury situation. Next we talk the forwards, how the lineups have been changing, and run through the current NHL standings.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 3-2 overtime loss to the Calgary Flames on Wednesday March 4th, 2020 at the Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta.