Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

Jody Shelley previews Blue Jackets-Hurricanes, Jakub Voracek's 1000th game, Gregory Hofmann staying in Switzerland, and more

12 Jan 2022

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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...

A peek into the Blue Jackets' near-future with Cleveland Monsters play by play announcer Tony Brown

05 Jan 2022

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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...

The Blue Jackets scheduled to return to action, the World Junior Championship is canceled, and more with Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre

30 Dec 2021

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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 Th...

A COVID-19 surge in the NHL, the Olympics, and Blue Jackets observations with Jeff Svoboda

16 Dec 2021

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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...

Alison Lukan returns to discuss Blue Jackets' road woes, Sonny Milano's emergence in Anaheim, and a preview of CBJ vs Seattle Kraken

09 Dec 2021

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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 u...

Assessing the Blue Jackets at the twenty-game mark with Bally Sports Ohio's Dave Maetzold

01 Dec 2021

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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 ...

Discussing Blue Jackets player development, Rick Nash's number retirement and more with Derek Dorsett

17 Nov 2021

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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...

Oliver Bjorkstrand discusses playing for Team Denmark in the upcoming Olympics, his hockey journey, and more

11 Nov 2021

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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 ...

Jeff Rimer on a matchup against the Avalanche, the Chicago Blackhawks, the Blue Jackets' start and more

03 Nov 2021

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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...

Blue Jackets defenseman Andrew Peeke on energy around the team, growing up playing hockey in Florida, and more

27 Oct 2021

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Aaron Portzline gives updates on the Blue Jackets following their practice Wednesday, including news on Adam Boqvist, Max Domi, and Dean Kukan, before...

Blue Jackets radio play-by-play announcer Bob McElligott on the team's start, measuring success this season and more

20 Oct 2021

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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 prev...

Sean Kuraly on coming home to the Blue Jackets, updates on Mikko Lehtonen, Yegor Chinakhov, and more

14 Oct 2021

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Aaron Portzline catches you up on the latest news on Mikko Lehtonen, Yegor Chinakhov, defensive pairings and more, before sitting down with CBJ newcom...

John Buccigross on the NHL's return to ESPN, John Tortorella, the Blue Jackets and more

06 Oct 2021

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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...

Previewing the Metropolitan Division for the 2021-22 NHL season

29 Sep 2021

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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 standin...

Elvis Merzlikins gets 5-year extension, Zac Rinaldo told to stay away from the Blue Jackets, and more

22 Sep 2021

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Aaron and Alison discuss the news of goalie Elvis Merzlikins' contract extension, and what it also means for Joonas Korpisalo. Then, Zac Rinaldo has b...

Blue Jackets fire assistant couch Sylvain Lefebvre and previewing the Traverse City prospects tournament

15 Sep 2021

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Aaron and Alison discuss the firing of Blue Jackets assistant coach Sylvain Lefebvre, Blue Jackets prospects and the Traverse City tournament, and mor...

The five biggest moments of the Blue Jackets' offseason

08 Sep 2021

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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' offsea...

Insights into the Blue Jackets' offseason with GM Jarmo Kekalainen

05 Aug 2021

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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 bringi...

Discussing Blue Jackets moves in free agency, the NHL Entry Draft and more

29 Jul 2021

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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...

Seattle Kraken select Blue Jackets defenseman Gavin Bayreuther in the Expansion Draft, and looking ahead to the NHL Entry Draft

21 Jul 2021

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Aaron and Alison discuss the surprise choice of Seattle selecting Gavin Bayreuther in the team's expansion draft, and why other unprotected players no...

Discussing the Expansion Draft, Zach Parise and Ryan Suter buyouts, Seth Jones and more

14 Jul 2021

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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 ...

Remembering Blue Jackets goaltender Matiss Kivlenieks

08 Jul 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dedicate this episode to the memory Columbus Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Assistant Coach Pascal Vincent on joining the Blue Jackets' staff, power plays, Patrik Laine and more

30 Jun 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by new Assistant Coach Pascal Vincent to discuss coming to Columbus after ten years in Winnipeg, gelling a...

Assessing Jack Eichel-Columbus Blue Jackets trade rumors, how to approach a successful rebuild, John Tortora becomes Senior VP, and more

24 Jun 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the possibility of the Columbus Blue Jackets acquiring disgruntled Buffalo Sabres center Jack Eichel, and how...

Brad Larsen named head coach, Rick Nash named new Director of Player Development, Nationwide Arena DORA vote, and more

17 Jun 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Brad Larsen becoming the 8th full-time head coach in Columbus Blue Jackets history, front office moves includ...

Max Domi's shoulder surgery, the latest on a search for a head coach, and more

09 Jun 2021

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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 fo...

Blue Jackets will pick 5th in the 2021 NHL Draft, and discussing Seth Jones

03 Jun 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Wednesday night's NHL Draft Lottery, and the Blue Jackets getting the 5th overall pick, also Seth Jones infor...

John Davidson returns to the Blue Jackets, the search for a coach, IIHF highlights and more

26 May 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the return of John Davidson to the Blue Jackets' front office, Jarmo Kekalainen's extension, and what both me...

Decisions on goaltending, Seth Jones, loom for Blue Jackets

19 May 2021

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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 i...

The end of the John Tortorella era, and the top five topics of the Blue Jackets' offseason

12 May 2021

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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 ...

Tom Wilson, drama in New York, and former players' thoughts on the Blue Jackets

05 May 2021

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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...

Elvis Merzlikins shines in shootout win, shares thoughts on season, John Tortorella on the "the room" ,and more

28 Apr 2021

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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, Me...

Max Domi gets benched, and approaching a Blue Jackets reload

21 Apr 2021

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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...

Blue Jackets without Nick Foligno, David Savard, and Riley Nash after trade deadline, reloading vs. rebuilding, and more

14 Apr 2021

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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 Ri...

NHL Trade Deadline: Discussing the options for the Blue Jackets

07 Apr 2021

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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...

The Blue Jackets' attempt at an identity change

31 Mar 2021

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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 desi...

Tim Peel's hot mic, and how will the Blue Jackets handle the trade deadline?

24 Mar 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss referee Tim Peel's hot mic incident during the Predators- Red Wings game before discussing the difficult situ...

Previewing Blue Jackets- Hurricanes, shootout woes, and more

17 Mar 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the latest news of Mikhail Grigorenko clearing waivers and Alexandre Texier being out before previewing the u...

NHL trade deadline preview: Blue Jackets trade tiers, the goalies and more

11 Mar 2021

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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 fans return to home games, a vote of confidence for John Tortorella and more

03 Mar 2021

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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 ...

A 6-5 OT loss to Chicago, practice observations, and more

25 Feb 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks, and share their observations from Wednesday's practice, includi...

Columbus' issues in their zone, evaluating goaltending, Max Domi, and more

17 Feb 2021

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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 h...

What a week: Patrik Laine benched, Mikko Koivu retires, and an offside goal

11 Feb 2021

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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 be...

Discussing struggles for Seth Jones and Zach Werenski, and how it also affects the offense

03 Feb 2021

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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 of...

Pierre-Luc Dubois exits, Patrik Laine enters

28 Jan 2021

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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 b...

The Blue Jackets' sluggish start, the Tampa Bay series and more

21 Jan 2021

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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...

Preparing for the Blue Jackets' season opener with Fox Sports Ohio's Jody Shelley

13 Jan 2021

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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 Ja...

Thoughts on Blue Jackets camp and bold predictions for the new season

08 Jan 2021

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the first few days of Blue Jackets camp, and observations from the team scrimmage Wednesday night. Then they ...

Blue Jackets Training Camp, Pierre-Luc Dubois, and more

05 Jan 2021

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Blue Jackets training camp has begun, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan share their observations including line combos and defensive pairings, and ...

Discussing the biggest questions for the Blue Jackets ahead of training camp

31 Dec 2020

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Training camp is right around the corner, and Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss what questions are lingering for this Blue Jackets team. Will M...

Discussing the new Central division, taxi squads and more

23 Dec 2020

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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 ...

Nick and Janelle Foligno discuss "Dear Heart: A Letter to My Special Heart"

17 Dec 2020

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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...

Blue Jackets get set for New Year's Training Camp

10 Dec 2020

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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-...

Dr. Mark Cameron returns to discuss COVID-19 and effects on the NHL's season

04 Dec 2020

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan welcome back Dr. Mark Cameron, Associate Professor, Department of Population and Quantitative Health Sciences, School...

Blue Jackets share what they are thankful for

25 Nov 2020

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan gather notes from around the Blue Jackets organization, media, and friends sharing what they are thankful for this ye...

Talking next season, Reverse Retro jerseys and more with TSN's Ray Ferraro

20 Nov 2020

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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 g...

Discussing lingering questions about the upcoming season with Jeff Rimer

13 Nov 2020

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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 ...

Checking in with Gustav Nyquist, Gavrikov's new contract + more

06 Nov 2020

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Aaron Portzline checks in with Blue Jackets forward Gustav Nyquist after his surgery to repair a torn labrum. Nyquist discusses his injury, updates on...

Getting Jody Shelley's perspective on the Blue Jackets

30 Oct 2020

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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 l...

The road to the Blue Jackets becoming contenders

22 Oct 2020

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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 thr...

Surveying the Blue Jackets' horizon: Nick Foligno's future

16 Oct 2020

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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...

The addition of Mikko Koivu and discussing Blue Jackets in free agency

13 Oct 2020

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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...

Reflecting on the 1st Day of free agency

10 Oct 2020

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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 Alexa...

Josh Anderson out, Max Domi in, and the 21st pick Yegor Chinakhov

07 Oct 2020

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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 ...

Looking Ahead to the NHL Draft

02 Oct 2020

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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 ...

Exploring a buyout of Alexander Wennberg's contract

29 Sep 2020

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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 Alexande...

Discussing the Blue Jackets' outside options at wing

25 Sep 2020

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Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan dive into the possible wingers that the Blue Jackets can pursue via trade or free agency. Subscribe to The Athletic:...

Discussing the Blue Jackets' Outside Options at Center

22 Sep 2020

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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...

Discussing the best and worst drafts in Blue Jackets history

18 Sep 2020

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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 hit...

Europe, The AHL & More: A Chat with Chris Clark

15 Sep 2020

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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 dif...

The Paradox of Tortorella

11 Sep 2020

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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 epi...

Applying the NHL Awards to the Blue Jackets Roster

08 Sep 2020

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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 tim...

Bill Zito Becomes Panthers GM, Paul MacLean Departs

04 Sep 2020

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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 Flor...

Discussing Blue Jackets Trade Tiers, Player Grades and more

01 Sep 2020

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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...

There Can Be No Normal When This Continues to Happen

28 Aug 2020

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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...

Outlining the Blue Jackets' Offseason To-Do List

25 Aug 2020

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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...

An Emotional Season for the Blue Jackets Comes to a Close

21 Aug 2020

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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...

Getting the Defensive Perspective on the Blue Jackets- Lightning Series from Brian Engblom

18 Aug 2020

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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...

5 OTs, Stand Out Players & More: Blue Jackets- Lightning Series Observations with Joe Smith

14 Aug 2020

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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 Gam...

Previewing the Blue Jackets-Lightning Round One Playoff Series with Joe Smith

11 Aug 2020

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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. ...

How 'bout the Blue Jackets? Discussing Columbus' Game Three comeback win

07 Aug 2020

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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....

Game One Breakdown: Blue Jackets versus the Maple Leafs

04 Aug 2020

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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 we...

Columbus Blue Jackets vs Toronto Maple Leafs Play In Series Preview

31 Jul 2020

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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 th...

Now inside the bubble, the Blue Jackets are one step closer to post season hockey

28 Jul 2020

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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 ep...

Previewing the Blue Jackets vs. Maple Leafs qualifying series with NHL Insider Mike Zeisberger

24 Jul 2020

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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 quali...

Discussing Blue Jackets' training camp, the Toronto Bubble and more with Jeff Rimer

21 Jul 2020

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Breaking down Blue Jackets Training Camp and what comes next with Bob McElligott

17 Jul 2020

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Blue Jackets' Training Camp 2.0 Begins

14 Jul 2020

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Blue Jackets readying to return to play and operate under a new salary cap

10 Jul 2020

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Talking sports' return to play with Brian Giesenschlag

07 Jul 2020

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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...

NHL Closing in on Return to Play and New CBA

03 Jul 2020

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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 w...

Understanding the psychology of abuse in sports

30 Jun 2020

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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...

Discussing abuse in junior hockey and Dan Fritsche's experience

26 Jun 2020

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Celebrating the 2000 NHL Draft Cousins, the Wild and the Blue Jackets

23 Jun 2020

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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...

Talking about getting back to the ice with assistant coach Brad Larsen

19 Jun 2020

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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 Portzl...

Status of NHL hub cities; will Josh Anderson rejoin Blue Jackets this season

16 Jun 2020

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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 ...

NHL is one step closer to NHL hockey; Tortorella's evolving position on protests

12 Jun 2020

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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 b...

Nathan Gerbe is this year's Masterton Nominee

09 Jun 2020

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The Professional Hockey Writers Association has announced each team's nominee for this year's Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy that is given to the play...

NHL takes it's next steps; hockey responds to racial injustice

05 Jun 2020

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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...

Checking in with Cam Atkinson

03 Jun 2020

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Show Notes:1:47 Returning from ankle injury3:21 Thoughts on 24 team playoff4:40 the major questions taht still exist5:30 Managing mental and physical ...