Cannon Fodder

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.