It’s Korpisalo’s net; special teams kicking in; who still has more to give

Recapping a wild 24 hours for the Blue Jackets-Korpisalo injured, Tortorella’s rant, Merzlikins takes over in net: The Blue Jackets lost to Chicago Sunday, but that wasn’t the biggest story. A failed clock re-set cost the team an overtime win, and ultimately set up a shootout that would see Joonas Korpisalo leave the game due to injury, and a post-game John Tortorella rant. Now, Korpisalo is out weeks and Elvis Merzlikins takes over as the starting goaltender. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan recap all of these events and offer their perspective on how it all went down and how the club moves forward from this series of events. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Blue Jackets start west coast swing; Merzlikins, Gerbe, Milano stepping up: The Blue Jackets beat the Kings last night 3-2 and are now one point out of a wild card spot. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down the game in Los Angeles; the games that lie ahead; and discuss the contributions of Elvis Merzlikins, Sonny Milano, and Nathan Gerbe, and how knowing the opportunity is yours for the taking has bread confidence in this young group. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Status of NHL hub cities; will Josh Anderson rejoin Blue Jackets this season: 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 break down what they think the Blue Jackets roster might look like for post-season play and discuss if Josh Anderson will be part of that group. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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15 games to go for the Blue Jackets - examining what lies ahead: Coming off a big win against Vancouver, the Blue Jackets face the most difficult schedule of any team in the NHL, and they’ll have to play through it without Josh Anderson who had season-ending shoulder surgery this week. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break it all down - the pro’s and con’s of the schedule, what’s happening around the Metro, and who is to count this Blue Jackets team out? by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

34 min listen

The Blue Jackets' attempt at an identity change by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Challenges the Blue Jackets face: It’s been an up and down road trip for Columbus. They won in Arizona but lost in Colorado in a game that saw Joonas Korpisalo lose his cool, and Nick Foligno with an illegal hit that will cost him a few games. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the repercussions of those actions and what the Blue Jackets will have to do if they want to get their season back on track. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Elvis Merzlikins gets 5-year extension, Zac Rinaldo told to stay away from the Blue Jackets, and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Blue Jackets fans return to home games, a vote of confidence for John Tortorella and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Elvis Merzlikins and the aspiration to greatness: With the Blue Jackets back in the playoff hunt, one of the key players who has risen up to help drive the team’s success is Elvis Merzlikins. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss all things Elvis - his drive to be great; his performance in net; the possibility that he can connect with Columbus outside hockey; the silver lining of having two great young goaltenders; and how does Blue Jackets management act going forward - will there be a trade on the horizon? by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

35 min listen

Blue Jackets bought in; Anderson returns; who is stepping up: After the Blue Jackets earn an impressive overtime win in Toronto, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the attitude of the team and how they have bought in; the return of Josh Anderson; managing Ryan Murray’s workload and players who are contributing in different ways. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

32 min listen

Blue Jackets updates and #FandN answers: Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan have the latest updates on the Blue Jackets and go through a bunch of your #FandN questions on everything from playoffs, to Josh Anderson’s next contract, the best Blue Jackets lineup ever, and key analytical questions. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

45 min listen

Talking Blue Jackets and Buckeye Hockey with John Buccigross: Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan are joined by ESPN’s John Buccigross to discuss the surprising Blue Jackets season thus far; who the team might target at the trade deadline; the evolution of Ohio State hockey; and the best chicken parm. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Max Domi gets benched, and approaching a Blue Jackets reload by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Another big win against Washington; looking at the rookies; Korpisalo on the rise-evaluating Merzlikins: Depleted by injuries, the Blue Jackets earned an impressive 3-0 win over the Washington Capitals Monday. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan recap all the highlights of the game and talk about where this team is overall in terms of the play of their rookies; looking at players deeper in the organization; and what we continue to learn - and still need to learn - about goaltending as Joonas Korpisalo claims the starters net. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

37 min listen

The Blue Jackets' sluggish start, the Tampa Bay series and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

39 min listen

Still searching for offense; responding to Werenski’s injury; a reckoning in hockey culture: With Zach Werenski expected to miss four weeks of action due to a shoulder injury, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan break down the impacts of that loss as well as how the Blue Jackets need to respond, including the ongoing lack of scoring. The two also discuss recent revelations of coach misconduct in the league. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

33 min listen

Assessing Jack Eichel-Columbus Blue Jackets trade rumors, how to approach a successful rebuild, John Tortora becomes Senior VP, and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

37 min listen

Nothing is coming easy for the Blue Jackets: After a six-game point streak, the Blue Jackets are 0-3-1 in their last four games. Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss which version of this team is their true identity; players who aren’t meeting expectations right now; the challenges the group is facing; and the recent call-up of Kole Sherwood and what he can bring to the ice. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

33 min listen

Elvis Merzlikins shines in shootout win, shares thoughts on season, John Tortorella on the "the room" ,and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

51 min listen

Blue Jackets Keep Finding Ways to Win; Kivlenieks’ First NHL Win; Atkinson and Bjorkstrand Return: The Blue Jackets incredible run continues with two wins over the weekend each backed by a different Latvian goaltender. In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan talk about the contributions in net; how the play in front of the goalers helps their success; how much longer this streak may go; the veterans who are returning to the lineup; and how this year feels different than last. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Taking stock of the Blue Jackets as the NHL presses the pause button: The NHL has suspended the season . In this episode, Aaron Portzline and Alison Lukan discuss the impacts of this decision, what it means for fans, the Blue Jackets organization, and how things may look from a hockey perspective when the game returns to the ice. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Eric Robinson traded to Sabres, Blue Jackets injuries aplenty, blowing late leads by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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The latest on Elvis Merzlikins, Boone Jenner's return imminent, and a noisy season for the Blue Jackets by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Discussing struggles for Seth Jones and Zach Werenski, and how it also affects the offense by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Previewing Blue Jackets- Hurricanes, shootout woes, and more by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Recapping the western Canada trip; what’s up with Pierre-Luc Dubois? And, what should be the plan in net?: 12 games to go in the regular season and the Blue Jackets remain in the playoff hunt. In this episode, Aaron Portzline, Tom Reed, and Alison Lukan discuss what to make of the 1-1-1 western Canada trip and process versus results. They also break down the recent play of Pierre-Luc Dubois; what should be the plan for playing Joonas Korpisalo and Elvis Merzlikins down the stretch; and, is this John Tortorella’s best coaching performance to date? And stay to the end for an update on both Ohio State hockey teams’ success this weekend. by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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Surveying the Blue Jackets' horizon: Nick Foligno's future by Front & Nationwide: A show about the Columbus Blue Jackets

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