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Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

Aaron Portzline of The Athletic breaks down the latest news surrounding the Columbus Blue Jackets and touches on topics from around the NHL

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Marc Methot shares Blue Jackets memories, his move to the media side, and takeaways from the Senators Jan 26, 2022

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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.

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Leon Draisaitl goes viral, previewing Blue Jackets-Flyers, and three potential players on the move at the trade deadline Jan 19, 2022

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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!

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Jody Shelley previews Blue Jackets-Hurricanes, Jakub Voracek's 1000th game, Gregory Hofmann staying in Switzerland, and more Jan 12, 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 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!

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A peek into the Blue Jackets' near-future with Cleveland Monsters play by play announcer Tony Brown Jan 05, 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 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!

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The Blue Jackets scheduled to return to action, the World Junior Championship is canceled, and more with Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre Dec 30, 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 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!

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A COVID-19 surge in the NHL, the Olympics, and Blue Jackets observations with Jeff Svoboda Dec 16, 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 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?

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Alison Lukan returns to discuss Blue Jackets' road woes, Sonny Milano's emergence in Anaheim, and a preview of CBJ vs Seattle Kraken Dec 09, 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 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!

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Assessing the Blue Jackets at the twenty-game mark with Bally Sports Ohio's Dave Maetzold Dec 01, 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 season, from "The Jake Effect", to goaltending, the difference in playing under Brad Larsen, and much more.

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Discussing Blue Jackets player development, Rick Nash's number retirement and more with Derek Dorsett Nov 17, 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 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.

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Oliver Bjorkstrand discusses playing for Team Denmark in the upcoming Olympics, his hockey journey, and more Nov 11, 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 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.

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