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 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.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to media following the 5-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Sunday March 1st, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

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 run down the current standings in the Metropolitan Division, provide an update on player injuries, and recap what happened at the recent trade deadline. Finally, we joined by guest Jody Shelley to discuss the team’s injuries, and more trade deadline moves that happened around the NHL league.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 5-4 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday February 25th, 2020 at the Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media after the 4-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Monday February 24th, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 4-3 loss to the Nashville Predators on Saturday February 22nd, 2020 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee.

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 we recap last night’s 4-3 overtime loss to the Philadelphia Flyers, discuss what happened with player Oliver Bjorkstrand, and preview the upcoming trade deadline. Finally, we go through the current injury list and talk about player Josh Anderson and what we think might happen with him.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 4-3 overtime loss against the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday February 20th, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to break down the current state of affairs with for the Jackets. During this episode we preview tonight’s game against the New York Rangers, discuss the recent Seth Jones Injury, talk about what impact this will have on the Blue Jackets, and mention other players that are out because of injuries. Finally, we preview the upcoming stretch for the Columbus Blue Jackets and what’s next.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 2-1 loss against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday February 10th, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 2-1 loss to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday February 8th, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger to discuss how the Jackets have clawed its way back into the playoff picture, break down the current standings in the Metropolitan Division, and provide updates on injured players. Next we talk about the performance of goaltender Elvis Merzlikins, discuss the upcoming NHL trade deadline, and speculate what the Blue Jackets might do at the deadline.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach John Tortorella speaks to the media following the 1-0 overtime victory over the Florida Panthers on Tuesday February 4th, 2020 at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.