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By: Jay Forster, Locked On Podcast Network

Locked On Blue Jackets podcast is your daily podcast that drops the puck and keeps you ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the National Hockey League. Host Jay Forster shouts, weeps, and talks through the epic highs and lows as the Locked On Blue Jackets podcast provides your daily Blue Jackets fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Blue Jackets franchise, including why everyone hates the cannon so much. Locked On Blue Jackets takes you beyond the ice for...

IT'S OVER: Columbus Blue Jackets ELIMINATED From Playoffs By Flyers
#1196
Yesterday at 12:23 PM

The Blue Jackets season is over, despite having one more game to play. We talk about the circumstances of their elimination, briefly go over the UFA and RFA decisions that need to be made this summer, plus a coaching decision, and then try to predict how tonight's game is going to go, with it potentially being Alex Ovechkin's last NHL game ever.

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STILL ALIVE: Columbus Blue Jackets Take On Playoff-Bound Sabres—Can Jet Greaves DELIVER a Win?
#1195
Last Thursday at 12:00 PM

Another big test for the Blue Jackets tonight, as they take on the Buffalo Sabres. CBJ are 2-0 against them this season, but they're going to need to step up from last game's performance to get that season sweep and keep their playoff hopes alive. We break down who's hot for the Sabres right now, what the goaltending battle should be, and get some predictions for the game in!

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REDEMPTION: Columbus Blue Jackets & Zach Werenski WIN Thriller, Adam Fantilli SCORES Clutch Goal
#1194
04/08/2026

The Blue Jackets stay alive and break their losing streak with a crucial win over the Red Wings thanks to a huge performance from Zach Werenski including the shootout winner and a late game tying goal from Adam Fantilli. We break down the good and bad of the win, before looking ahead to what the CBJ have to do to make the playoffs, despite teams above them also winning their games. Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Di...


FLATLINED: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Playoff Hopes CRUMBLE
#1193
04/06/2026

The Blue Jackets continue their free-fall with another lackluster performance vs the Jets for a sixth loss in a row. We look at what went wrong, how they're failing to take advantage of the out of town scoreboard help they're getting, and what comes next, as Rick Bowness discusses blowing up every forward line for the next game.

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ROCK BOTTOM: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Boone Jenner, Zach Werenski CRUMBLE in Unwatchable Loss
#1192
04/03/2026

NOTE: Recorded before the Severson surgery news dropped

It was do or die, and the Blue Jackets died. The worst effort I've ever personally seen in a Blue Jackets game gives them their fifth straight loss and puts them out of a playoff spot. We break down the bad and the ugly in this game, before looking at how bad the odds have gotten for them to make it back into a playoff spot before time runs out on April 14.

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DO OR DIE: Can Columbus Blue Jackets and Adam Fantilli Survive or Will They COLLAPSE Completely?
#1191
04/02/2026

It's do or die time for the Blue Jackets: lose tonight and they fall out of their playoff spot and lose control of their destiny. We break down what went wrong on Tuesday and how to fix it tonight, what the new lines might look like, and make our predictions!

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CRUNCH TIME: Columbus Blue Jackets BATTLE Hurricanes Tonight—Can Jet Greaves and Zach Werenski SHINE?
#1190
03/31/2026

It's another tough night for the Blue Jackets as the Hurricanes come to town, and they're going to be just as mad about losing to the Habs as the Jackets should be about losing to Boston. We break down who's hot for both teams right now, the new look lines because of the Olivier injury, and check in on the standings and the out of town scoreboard watch!

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UNACCEPTABLE: Columbus Blue Jackets LOSE Key Games, Playoff Hopes FADING
#1189
03/30/2026

The Blue Jackets looked awful this weekeend for most of both games they played, and they ended up getting 1 point when they should have walked away with all 4. We break down the effort against the Sharks, a lottery team, and the meltdown against the Bruins, who were trailing 3-0 with 13 minutes left in the game, and look at the standings and what the CBJ's playoff odds are after losing three games in a row at this crucial stage of the season.

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Columbus Blue Jackets DEFEND Their Playoff Push—Can Zach Werenski and Adam Fantilli Outscore Montreal?
#1188
03/26/2026

The Blue Jackets and the Habs are both fighting to stay ahead of the pack in the playoff race. Laura Saba of Locked On Canadiens joins to talk about tonight's game, the playoff race at large, and whether or not Jet Greaves is the future of Canadian hockey!

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RESILIENCE: Blue Jackets OVERCOME Brutal Start, Zach Werenski SCORES, Jet Greaves Impresses
#1187
03/25/2026

The Blue Jackets recovered beautifully from a terrible first period against the Flyers, and ended up getting another crucial two points in the playoff race to put them second in the Metro. We talk about the good, the bad and the ugly from the game, pre-emptively name Jet Greaves the playoff starter, and check in on some prospect movement, as junior and college seasons begin to wind down!

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NOT WORRIED: Columbus Blue Jackets Suffer Shutout Loss But Predict Big Rebound in Playoff Race
#1186
03/24/2026

It was a disappointing effort on Sunday for the Blue Jackets, but they can bounce back tonight by defeating the Flyers and keeping hold of their playoff spot. We break down what went wrong vs the Islanders, what they need to do against the Flyers, and why RIck Bowness is probably right not to make any line-up changes after just one regulation loss.

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PLAYOFF PUSH: Columbus Blue Jackets vs Islanders – How The CBJ CAN Advance
#1185
03/22/2026

The Blue Jackets take on the Islanders tonight in a BIG showdown to either cede ground in the playoff race or increase the gap between them and New York! We break down how big this game is, who's hot for the Islanders right now, and who needs to show up big for the CBJ to get a win.

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DOMINATION: Columbus Blue Jackets With Another Convincing Win
#1184
03/22/2026

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Columbus Blue Jackets vs Seattle Kraken—Will Zach Werenski DELIVER for Continued Playoff Push?
#1183
03/21/2026

Another important 2 points on the line tonight for the Blue Jackets as the Kraken come to town. We talk about who's hot for the Kraken right now, a potential goaltending battle, and check in on who needs to win or lose tonight for the CBJ to keep their grip on a playoff spot!

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BEND DON'T BREAK: Blue Jackets THRIVE as Adam Fantilli, Zach Werenski Propel Playoff Momentum
#1182
03/20/2026

The Columbus Blue Jackets are IN A PLAYOFF SPOT for the first time since November! We break down the messy game last night that gave them their 11th straight game with at least a point, talk about how Zach Werenski looks like himself again, and how Adam Fantilli is heating up in a big way at just the right time!

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TRAP GAME: Can the Columbus Blue Jackets DOMINATE Igor Shesterkin and Avoid Disaster vs. Rangers?
#1181
03/19/2026

The Rangers are in town tonight and the Blue Jackets need to be careful to avoid falling for a trap game. We talk about how the Rangers are heating up, what the Blue Jackets need to do to beat them, and what the playoff race is looking like today, before talking about Jet Greaves starting to get national attention!

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The Columbus Blue Jackets BURY The Hurricanes
#1180
03/18/2026

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Columbus Blue Jackets MUST WIN Tonight—Can Kent Johnson and Zach Werenski DELIVER?
#1179
03/17/2026

The Blue Jackets have a huge test tonight as they face the Carolina Hurricanes, the best team in the East. We break down why they're such a good team, and what the Blue Jackets have to do to beat them, before looking at the standings and how the CBJ can finish tonight in a playoff spot.

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LOCKDOWN: Blue Jackets LIMIT Flyers, Jet Greaves STAYS Sharp as Columbus CHASES Playoffs
#1178
03/16/2026

Another tight defensive game for the Blue Jackets turns into a win, as they take a shootout victory over the Flyers to stay in the thick of the playoff hunt. We break down their record setting game, Mason Marchment's curious benching, Jet Greaves' strong play, and check in on the standings to see what the Blue Jackets need to do to sneak into a playoff spot.

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CRUCIAL: Columbus Blue Jackets FACE OFF vs Flyers—What They MUST DO to ADVANCE Playoff Hopes
#1177
03/14/2026

Another big game for the Blue Jackets tonight as they face the Flyers, who are only 4 points behind them in the standings. We discuss another Voronkov healthy scratch despite his good game vs the Panthers, who's hot for the Flyers right now, and how the CBJ can finish the night in a playoff spot with a strong win and a little out of town scoreboard luck!

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STOLEN: Sergei Bobrovsky SHINES as Columbus Blue Jackets Dominate but Lose in Overtime
#1176
03/13/2026

The Blue Jackets lose a frustrating one as Sergei Bobrovsky stands on his head and the Panthers win on a controversial penalty call. We break down the strong 5v5 play of the Jackets, look at the poor PK, and check in on the playoff push as every other team in the race also lost last night, which is great news for the CBJ!

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MONSTROUS: Columbus Blue Jackets Limit Lightning To 18 Shots, Conor Garland With 2 Goals In Win
#1175
03/11/2026

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DISASTER: Columbus Blue Jackets' Defensive ISSUES Exposed as Zach Werenski, Jet Greaves Struggle
#1174
03/10/2026

The Blue Jackets had another uninspiring game last night, as they fall in OT to the LA Kings after another bad defensive effort. We talk about Zach Werenski's rare bad game, the defence as a whole, and the struggling goalies, before moving on to preview tonight's game in Tampa, which could get messy. We also check in on the standings and see how much ground the Jackets have to make up on the teams they're chasing.

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BREAKDOWN: Blue Jackets Defense FAILS—Adam Fantilli STRIKES, Merzlikins Left Out to Dry
#1173
03/09/2026

It wasn't a great night defensively for the Blue Jackets, despite a pretty good offensive one, as they fall on Saturday to the Mammoth in overtime. We talk about the comeback attempt that fell short, the defensive miscues that led to goals against, and how the playoffs are still very much within reach, before previewing tonight's game against the LA Kings!

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BOOST: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski RETURNS, Conor Garland Joins, Offense SET to IGNITE
#1172
03/07/2026

The Blue Jackets have a big game against the Mammoth tonight, and luckily they have almost a full complement of players, as Zach Werenski returns to the lineup, Mason Marchment avoids missing time after leaving Thursday with an injury, and Conor Garland joins the gang ready to make his CBJ debut tonight! We discuss all three players, Dmitri Voronkov's probable healthy scratch, and how to take care of the Mammoth in tonight's game!

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IMPACT: Columbus Blue Jackets ADD Conor Garland, ELEVATE Playoff Outlook with Strategic Trade
#1171
03/06/2026

It was a late night for Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell, as he finalised a trade to bring Conor Garland to Columbus from Vancouver. We break down the trade, what this means for the roster construction going forward, whether Garland can bounce back now he's not on the Canucks, and how worried we should be about Mason Marchment, who left last night's game with an injury.

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MELTDOWN: Can the Columbus Blue Jackets CAPITALIZE on Panthers’ Implosion?
#1170
03/05/2026

The Blue Jackets need to have a less eventful game tonight than the last time the played the Panthers. We break down what's up with the Panthers this season, who needs to show up for the CBJ, the new look D pairings with the continued lack of Zach Weresnki, and talk a little bit about why the CBJ probably won't be making a splash this trade deadline.

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BREAKTHROUGH: Can the Columbus Blue Jackets IGNITE with Kent Johnson and Adam Fantilli Leading?
#1169
03/04/2026

The Blue Jackets get another big win, this time over the Nashville Predators! We break down the game, including a strong third period, Kent Johnson's return to the lineup, and Boone Jenner's pre game injury, before looking at how much this D-corps misses Zach Werenski!

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BREAKING: Rick Bowness’ Blue Jackets STUMBLE Yet Escape New York Rangers With Overtime WIN!
#1168
03/03/2026

The Blue Jackets tried really hard to lose last night, but they managed to escape New York with two points, despite another epic third period meltdown. We break down the game, talk about Kent Johnson's continued healthy scratching, and preview tonight's game against the Nashville Predators!

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BREAKDOWN: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Playoff CHANCES Slip After Loss– Key Games Ahead
#1167
03/02/2026

The Blue Jackets have lost two crucial games, and put themselves right back in the hole they were in before Bowness' hiring. Can they claw their way out of it? We break down the Islanders game, look at the standings and what it means going forward, whether their trade deadline approach needs to change with a loss tonight, and finally take a look at the Rangers and how important beating them tonight is for the season to continue with any playoff hopes.

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Columbus Blue Jackets’ Playoff Path Gets Tough as Goaltending DECIDES the Battle with Bruins
#1166
02/27/2026

The Blue Jackets streak ended last night with a loss to the Bruins, but they can start a new one tomorrow night vs the Islanders. We break down the good, the bad and the ugly from last night's game, check in with the standings (not in our favour) and look ahead to a crucial game against the Isles that will either save their playoff push or doom it.

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DO-OR-DIE: Zach Werenski & Columbus Blue Jackets PREPARE for Four-Point Battle vs Boston Bruins
#1165
02/26/2026

The Blue Jackets are back and so is their playoff push! We break down the importance of tonight's game, check in on the standings, take a look at who's hot for Boston right now, and debate which goalies should start for each team!

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GOLDEN: Columbus Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski SHINES on Olympic Stage, USA Wins Gold
#1164
02/23/2026

ZACH WERENSKI IS AN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALLIST! We break down his play in the gold medal game, how he's looked all tournament, and what his play in overtime to get the game winning assist could do for his Norris campaign! Plus, we look at the impact the Gaudreau family had on USA hockey and how meaningful it was to see them in Milan and on the ice to help celebrate.

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OLYMPICS SQUAD: GOLDEN: Team USA Stuns Canada as Jack Hughes and Connor Hellebuyck SECURE Historic Win
#1163
02/23/2026

Team USA stuns Team Canada with Jack Hughes’ overtime heroics to clinch gold, marking a historic double as both U.S. men’s and women’s teams take top honors. Is this the start of a new era in international hockey, or will Canada’s depth and Connor McDavid’s star power rebound in the next Olympics?

Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, David Morassutti, Zach Berman and Armando Velez break down the Olympic gold medal thriller, spotlighting Connor Hellebuyck’s record-setting goaltending and Canada’s struggles following Sidney Crosby’s absence. Conversation heats up with debate over the MVP selection, i...


OLYMPICS SQUAD: CLASH: USA vs. Canada SET for Gold—Who Will CONQUER the Ultimate Hockey Showdown?
#1162
02/21/2026

USA and Canada set up a dream gold medal showdown after dominating in Olympic hockey semifinals—can Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon outduel the American stars for gold? Goaltending and blue line depth take center stage as Sidney Crosby’s possible return adds extra drama, while Brad Marchand’s leadership fuels Canada’s comeback momentum.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, and Kyle Kjer break down Canada’s resilience, Team USA’s offensive explosion led by Jack Hughes and the Tkachuk brothers, and the impact of Zach Werenski on the American blue line. Key topics include Finland’s collapse after a hot st...


OLYMPICS SQUAD: THRILLER: USA Women Stun Canada in Overtime, Hilary Knight LIFTS Team, Olympic Rule CHANGE?
#1161
02/20/2026

USA Women seize Olympic gold in dramatic overtime, stunning Team Canada and cementing a new era of rivalry. Is Canada's reign slipping with a generational shift underway? Hilary Knight’s heroic goals power Team USA, while Marie-Philip Poulin’s injury exposes Canada’s reliance on veteran stars. The squad examines whether physical contact rules in women’s Olympic hockey should evolve as skill, pace, and grit reach new heights.

Gil Martin, David Morassutti, Kyle Kjer, and Glenn Dreyfuss break down key moments, including the controversial penalty and Switzerland’s bronze medal win. Insights focus on the emergence of youth i...


EXPLOSIVE: Mitch Marner RESCUES Canada, NHL Superstars IMPACT Olympic Games, Crosby Injury FEARS
#1160
02/19/2026

Canada and Team USA punch their tickets to the Olympic hockey semifinals after gripping overtime battles. Are NHL stars elevating the sport’s global stage and making these games must-watch? Sidney Crosby’s injury shakes up the Penguins’ playoff outlook, while Mitch Marner’s clutch heroics spark Leafs fans and ignite Twitter with debate about his legacy. Unforgettable moments abound as controversial officiating, intense trash talk, and maple syrup celebrations fuel the drama.

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ALL IN: Columbus Blue Jackets CHASE Playoffs – Should They Risk Everything at the Deadline?
#1158
02/18/2026

Jeff Svoboda is back and today we're finishing up our conversation by talking about the trade deadline, whether the Blue Jackets will buy, sell or stand pat, and what a playoff run could look like for this team!

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Did Rick Bowness SAVE The Columbus Blue Jackets From Disaster? | feat. Jeff Svoboda
#1157
02/17/2026

Jeff Svoboda joins today to discuss the "Bowness Bump" the Blue Jackets experienced before the Olympic break, before we get into how good Zach Werenski has been for this team, the breakout season of Denton Mateychuk and the new and improved goaltending from Jet Greaves and Elvis Merzlikins!

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OLYMPICS SQUAD: USA Women's Hockey DOMINATES – Can Marie-Philip Poulin and Team Canada PULL the UPSET?
#1159
02/17/2026

USA and Canada women’s hockey set up a classic gold medal showdown, but is the lack of parity hurting the sport’s global growth? Gil Martin, Eddie Garcia, Zach Berman, and Glenn Dreyfus break down Team USA’s defensive dominance, Marie-Philip Poulin’s crucial return for Canada, and the uphill battle facing Swedish and Czech programs. The hosts debate whether dynasties boost or hinder Olympic excitement, and consider what it would mean for Canada to stage a Miracle on Ice upset.

The roundtable also tackles Tom Wilson’s rare Olympic fight, the fallout from Kevin Fiala’s injury, an...