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Layers of sadness Jul 08, 2021

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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 we know now regarding the tragic death of Blue Jackets goalie Matiss Kivlenieks. Finally, we talk about what’s next for the Blue Jackets this summer and mention the upcoming NHL expansion draft.

Jackets at a crossroad Jun 23, 2021

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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 NHL player Jack Eichel and speculate if the Blue Jackets will try to acquire him. Next, we discuss his neck/back injury and how he wants to get surgery to correct it. Finally, we talk about what he might be able to bring to Columbus if he gets traded to the Jackets.

Meet the new boss same as the old boss May 21, 2021

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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 how former head coach John Tortorella is no longer with the Columbus Blue Jackets. Finally, we speculate who might become the next head coach of the Blue Jackets and talk about how John Davidson is going to return to Columbus and be the team’s president of hockey operations.

Embrace the tank Apr 30, 2021

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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.

Trade deadline: The end of an era Apr 09, 2021

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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.

The 5th Laine Mar 12, 2021

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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.

Play with joy!! Mar 03, 2021

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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.

Jackets are grinding amid defensive struggles, shortened season Feb 12, 2021

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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.

Can the Blue Jackets gain consistency? Feb 05, 2021

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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.

Laine change Jan 27, 2021

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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.

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