Locked On Blue Jackets - Daily Podcast On The Columbus Blue Jackets
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...
Columbus Blue Jackets FACE Mammoth Test, Must IMPROVE Defense for 2nd Win
Columbus Blue Jackets face a crucial defensive test as the Utah Mammoth come to town fresh off a dominant 6-0 win over the Chicago Blackhawks. Can the Blue Jackets tighten up at the blue line and secure back-to-back wins, or will Utah’s young core and strong goaltending expose Columbus’ defensive depth issues?
Key discussion points include Karel Vejmelka’s shutout performance last game, recent Mammoth acquisitions like Vincent Trocheck, and the Blue Jackets’ injury woes with key defenders out. The conversation explores line adjustments, the need for stronger defensive pairings, and scoring predictions for tonight's game. Listener...
Columbus Blue Jackets EXPLODE with Matthew Knies’ Debut and Power Play Thrills
Columbus Blue Jackets impress with a 6-3 win over the Buffalo Sabres, powered by Matthew Knies’ three-point debut and standout special teams. Can this offensive surge compensate for defensive absences and set the tone for the season?
The conversation focused on Knies’ immediate impact, balanced scoring across all four lines, and the resilience of the penalty kill—even under relentless pressure. One concept discussed was the importance of the power play’s new look, featuring Adam Fantilli, Kent Johnson, and Zach Werenski. The discussion explored Jet Greaves’ rollercoaster night in net, lineup adjustments by Rick Bowness, and how Sean M...
CRISIS: Columbus Blue Jackets SCRAMBLE After Ivan Provorov Injury—Who Steps Up Now?
Columbus Blue Jackets scramble to fill their blue line as injuries sideline Ivan Provorov, Damon Severson, and Dante Fabbro just as the NHL season begins. Can Zach Werenski and Denton Mateychuk anchor a depleted defense against the Buffalo Sabres, or will newcomers like Carson Soucy and Emil Andrae rise to the occasion?
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Columbus Blue Jackets with No C, No D? Plus: HOT TAKES?
Columbus Blue Jackets shake up team culture by forgoing a captain and introducing a rotating system of alternate captains. Is this the leadership experiment that sparks a playoff push, or a sign of uncertainty in the locker room?
The conversation focused on Zach Werenski’s unique status as the permanent alternate, the ongoing injury crisis decimating the Blue Jackets’ defense—highlighting the absences of Ivan Provorov and Damon Severson—and the evolving roles of players like Kent Johnson, Adam Fantilli, and Matthew Knies. A key theme that emerged was the team’s offensive potential, with hot takes predicting...
GAMECHANGER: Columbus Blue Jackets ACQUIRE Matthew Knies in Stunning Trade for Kirill Marchenko
Columbus Blue Jackets shake up their roster as Matthew Knies arrives from the Toronto Maple Leafs and Kirill Marchenko heads the other way. Can Knies ignite Columbus’s offense and become Rick Bowness’s go-to forward, or will the transition expose new gaps in the lineup? Guest David Morrassuti from Locked On Leafs offers insights on Knies’s role in Toronto, the motivations behind the trade, and how both teams aim to benefit.
We also break down the trade’s impact, examining Knies’s unique skill set, his synergy potential with Adam Fantilli and Kent Johnson, and why Leafs f...
BLOCKBUSTER: Columbus Blue Jackets Land Matthew Knies, Trade Kirill Marchenko
The Columbus Blue Jackets make a blockbuster move, sending Kirill Marchenko to the Toronto Maple Leafs for Matthew Knies just before opening night. Can the Blue Jackets maintain their offensive firepower after losing a top scorer—and will Knies step up as the new key contributor?
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Columbus Blue Jackets With Solid Preseason Record, Not Play; Opening Night Roster QUESTIONS
The Columbus Blue Jackets scramble to finalize their opening night roster, with surprise moves like Miles Wood’s unexpected trip to waivers. Standout preseason performances from Jet Greaves and Valeri Nichushkin ignite questions about lineup strategy. Can Sean Monahan’s rejuvenated play and Adam Fantilli’s return spark the top six, or will last season’s woes linger as they face the Buffalo Sabres on Thursday?
We examine the Blue Jackets’ cap crunch, speculate on creative solutions like Denton Mateychuk’s potential paper move, and break down the impact of Ryan Lomberg’s addition. Key topics include struggles in t...
Dmitri Voronkov, Sean Monahan, and Valeri Nichushkin Deliver For Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets celebrate a dominant preseason shutout and lock in Adam Fantilli’s contract extension. Can this roster stay cap compliant without sacrificing vital depth?
We break down the Blue Jackets’ 4-0 win over a youthful Pittsburgh Penguins squad, spotlighting Cam Talbot’s 13-save shutout and the breakout chemistry of the Voronkov-Monahan-Nichushkin line. The discussion explores Cole Sillinger’s fit on the top line, Zach Werenski’s evolving defensive pairings, and how injuries and waivers could shape the opening night roster. Key topics include the intricacies of NHL salary cap management, potential usage of LTIR for Elvis Merz...
BREAKING: Adam Fantilli and Columbus Blue Jackets AGREE On BLOCKBUSTER Six-Year Contract
Columbus Blue Jackets finally lock in Adam Fantilli with a $13.75M, six-year contract, ending weeks of speculation and anxiety among fans. Does this bold investment position the Blue Jackets for a long-term turnaround, or is the price tag too steep for the franchise’s rising star?
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FINALLY?: Adam Fantilli & Columbus Blue Jackets Expected to FINALIZE $13M+ Deal SOON
Columbus Blue Jackets inch closer to securing Adam Fantilli’s lucrative new contract, but could the drawn-out negotiations impact his start to the NHL season? We examine contract rumors swirling around Fantilli, potential term and dollar amounts, and how these negotiations stack up against recent league deals for young stars like Connor Bedard and Leo Carlsson.
The Pittsburgh Penguins are sending an inexperienced squad to town for a pivotal preseason clash. We break down the Blue Jackets’ NHL-heavy roster, and explore lineup decisions amid injuries to key defensemen like Damon Severson and Dante Fabbro. Hear insights on the...
NO CONTEST: Blue Jackets' AHL Squad CRUSHED by NHL-Level Sabres
The Columbus Blue Jackets struggle as NHL-caliber Sabres overpower their AHL-heavy lineup, raising key questions about depth and preseason readiness. Can players like Jake Christiansen and Carson Soucy rise to the occasion and secure roster spots, or will injuries and underwhelming performances open the door for surprises?
The conversation focused on individual performances, with Dmitri Voronkov, Boston Buckberger, and Luca Pinelli showing flashes amidst adversity, while concerns grow over Mikhail Pyyhtia's injury and Damon Severson’s status for the home opener. Key themes include roster competition for the fourth-line, the impact of injuries, and the implications for th...
SLOW Start, STRONG Finish as Columbus Blue Jackets SHUT OUT Detroit in Preseason Debut
The Columbus Blue Jackets edge Detroit in a 1-0 shootout thriller! Josh Eernisse, Luca Pinelli, and Denton Mateychuk shine, while others such as Conor Garland and Mikhail Pyyhtia raise questions after quieter nights. Power play and penalty kill units show new promise under revamped coaching, fueling optimism for the season ahead.
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DRAMA: Still no Fantilli, Is Marchenko Gone? What Do The Columbus Blue Jackets Do Now?
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METRO MATCH-UP: Can The Columbus Blue Jackets Stay AHEAD of Rangers?
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The New York Rangers eye redemption after a dismal season, but will key offseason moves and emerging stars be enough to spark a turnaround? Igor Shesterkin and Adam Fox’s health could make or break the campaign, while the arrivals of Pavel Dorofeyev and Oliver Bjorkstrand aim to resolve last year’s scoring drought. Can the Rangers’ upgraded top six finally deliver offensive firepower?
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Columbus Blue Jackets’ Fantilli Contract DELAYS, Captaincy Speculation & Priest Retires
Columbus Blue Jackets face uncertainty as Adam Fantilli’s contract holdout extends into training camp, fueling questions about leadership roles and potential shifts in team dynamics. Could the delay signal bigger changes behind the scenes? The podcast unpacks GM Don Waddell’s lack of urgency, Fantilli’s absence from Group 1 practices, and the mixed signals surrounding Kirill Marchenko’s future.
Coach Rick Bowness’s evolving line combinations generate speculation, especially with Cole Sillinger’s return to center and debates about Sean Monahan’s fit. The captaincy announcement seems to be incoming, with Zach Werenski, Charlie Coyle, and Fantilli as fr...
QUESTIONS: Columbus Blue Jackets Keeping Kirill Marchenko? Adam Fantilli Deal in Limbo?
The Columbus Blue Jackets face franchise-defining questions as Kirill Marchenko’s trade rumors keep coming ahead of training camp. Could dealing their breakout winger undermine a critical playoff push? This episode unpacks the uncertainty surrounding Marchenko’s future, weighing the cost of moving a back-to-back 30-goal scorer and dissecting the front office’s strategy under GM Don Waddell.
Goaltending stability is also in the spotlight as veteran Cam Talbot signs on, aiming to bolster the crease with Elvis Merzlikins potentially sidelined on long-term IR. How will these shifts affect the Blue Jackets’ cap space, line combinations, and shot at...
STANDOFF: Adam Fantilli & Columbus Blue Jackets Contract TALKS Drag On As Deadline Approaches
Columbus Blue Jackets fans face mounting concern as contract negotiations with Adam Fantilli stall just hours before the new CBA reshapes NHL contract rules. Will the Blue Jackets secure their franchise center in time for training camp, or risk a rocky start that could jeopardize their playoff hopes?
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METRO MATCH-UP: Are The Caps The Team To Beat For Columbus Blue Jackets To Make It To Playoffs?
Metro Match-Up week continues, as we check in with the Washington Capitals and Dan Holmi! We're talking Ovi's last dance, the new additions, including ex-CBJ Boone Jenner, and whether the Capitals can overtake the Hurricanes for Best in the Metro!
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METRO MATCH-UP: Columbus Blue Jackets Will Have To FIGHT Devils For Playoff Spot
Zach from Locked On Devils joins us today as the Metro Matchups continue, as we try to figure out whether Jack Hughes can stay healthy, what the Devils are going to do with their goaltending, and whether Luke Evangelista is the missing piece for their top 6!
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METRO MATCH-UP: Will The Columbus Blue Jackets Finally Overtake Aging Penguins?
Metro Match-ups continue, as Pat from Locked On Penguins joins us to talk about how Sidney Crosby refuses to slow down, whether Egor Chinakhov is for real, and where they're likely to be in the standings next April!
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METRO MATCH-UP: Can The Flyers Steal Another Playoff Spot From Columbus Blue Jackets?
We continue checking in on our Metropolitan Division foes as we chat to Rachel of Locked On Flyers about their sneaking into the playoffs last year, whether they can recreate that, their goaltending, and what the plan is for their top line centre!
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PANIC TIME? Still no Fantilli contract; Columbus Blue Jackets Games Will Be On Amazon Prime
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METRO MATCH-UP: Can Columbus Blue Jackets Even Get Close To Hurricanes?
The Carolina Hurricanes are the blueprint for the Metropolitan Division, and possibly the NHL as a whole. We have Zach Martin here today to talk about the Canes, their cup win, what they're doing different this season, and whether anyone in the division can match up against them as our Metro Matchup series continues!
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METRO MATCH-UP: Isles Situation Sounds FAMILIAR To Columbus Blue Jackets Fans
Hockey season begins this month! To prepare for the Blue Jackets 26-27 season, we're bringing back the Metro Matchup series! I talked to Gil Martin of Locked On Islanders about his team's offseason, Matthew Schaefer, and where he sees his team finishing up at the end of the year!
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Finishing The Locked On Blue Jackets Top 25 Under 25: #7-#1
We finally made it to the end of the Top 25 Under 25, as we discuss the top 7 young players in the organisation! Will anyone knock last year's champion, Adam Fantilli, off the number one spot? We find out.
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Why Columbus Blue Jackets Should RESIST Trading for Connor Hellebuyck; Top 25 Under 25 #13-#8
Connor Hellebuyck is on the move, but as good as he is, it really doesn't make sense for Columbus to be in the conversation. We break down why, and do #13-#8 of our Top 25 Under 25 Blue Jackets!
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MOVES: Columbus Blue Jackets Announce Front Office Changes; More Top 25 Under 25
The Blue Jackets shuffled some front office roles around yesterday, so we briefly touch on that and the Adam Fantilli contract extension continues to not exist. Plus, we get into more of our Top 25 Under 25 Blue Jackets!
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The 2026 Locked On Blue Jackets Top 25 Under 25: Honourable Mentions and 25-21
It's that time of year again, as we look at who the top twenty five Blue Jackets under the age of 25 are! Today we're looking at the guys who just missed the cut off, and then we look at who was ranked 25-21.
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Columbus Blue Jackets RANKINGS PLUMMET—Fan Sentiment Sinks Front Office Reputation
The Athletic released a poll last week about fan satisfaction and faith in their front offices, and the Blue Jackets... did not get a good grade. Only four teams had a worse rank than them, and worst of all, the ranking seems pretty justified. We break down where the front office went wrong to get this reputation, and how they can try to claw back some of the faith the fans have lost. Plus, vote on the Top 25 Under 25 Blue Jackets here!
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Columbus Blue Jackets Lose Elvis Merzlikins—Goaltending Situation UNCERTAIN as Season Approaches
More goaltending drama today, as yesterday it was announced that Elvis Merzlikins needed shoulder surgery. We break down the suboptimal timing, what this means for Elvis going forward, what this means for the CBJ, and how heavily they're going to have to lean on Jet in the early goings of the season if Elvis does end up missing significant time.
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SNUBBED: Why Jet Greaves DESERVES Recognition Outside Of Columbus Blue Jackets Media
Jet Greaves keeps being disrespected by the national media, and we're gonna talk about it. He was not named one of the top ten NHL goalies right now, so we look at who did get named, where Jet Greaves compares to them, and who he should have replaced. Plus, this year's Top 25 Under 25 is here! Vote at the link below:
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WERENSKI SPEAKS: Columbus Blue Jackets Defenceman Doubles Down On Earlier Statement?
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SIGNING DELAY: Columbus Blue Jackets and Adam Fantilli STRUGGLE to Finalize Terms—What’s Next?
Where the heck is the Adam Fantilli contract extension? We discuss what the hold up might be, whether we're getting worried about the radio silence yet, and also, it's Top 100 NHL Players time! Who deserves to be on that list from the Columbus Blue Jackets?
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DANGER ZONE: Can the Columbus Blue Jackets ESCAPE Mediocrity and CLINCH a Playoff Berth?
According to the Athletic, the Blue Jackets are a mushy middle team with a 50/50 chance of making the playoffs. We discuss whether they can escape the mushy middle this season, and whether or not this roster is a playoff team without any more additions.
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Valeri Nichushkin Joins Columbus Blue Jackets—Can He Turbocharge Special Teams SUCCESS?
The Blue Jackets added Val Nichushkin to the lineup earlier this summer, and as the offseason continues, it seems like this is the only big splash Don Waddell is making. We got Chris Micieli from Locked On Avs to come and talk about what exactly we should be expecting from Nichushkin, and what Avs fans are going to miss about him!
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FRESH BLOOD: Don Granato The Key To Unlocking The Offense Of Young Columbus Blue Jackets?
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DRAMA: Columbus Blue Jackets SHUT DOWN Kirill Marchenko Trade Reports
More rumours came this weekend, as the Kirill Marchenko trade rumours kicked up again. We break down what was said by who, how likely an imminent move is, and why a move doesn't make sense right now if the Blue Jackets truly want to compete for the playoffs next year.
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SETTLED: Why the Columbus Blue Jackets STRUCK This Cole Sillinger Deal Before Arbitration
Arbitration has been avoided again, as the Blue Jackets sign Cole Sillinger to a 3x4.625M deal. We break down the numbers, what Sillinger has to do to make this contract a steal, and look at how much money the CBJ have left to give to Adam Fantilli, the sole remaining RFA.
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NO-BRAINER: Jet Greaves EXTENDS With Columbus Blue Jackets—Crunching the NUMBERS and Impact
Jet Greaves and the Blue Jackets AVOID ARBITRATION with an eleventh hour deal that is perfect for both sides. We break down the deal, look at Jet Greaves' career numbers and why this contract is a safe bet, and try to guess whether Fantilli will beat Sillinger to the negotiation table this weekend!
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SHOWDOWN: Columbus Blue Jackets, Jet Greaves Head to ARBITRATION as Talks Break Down
Barring a last minute stay of execution, Jet Greaves will be heading to arbitration with the Blue Jackets. We break down what this means, why it's not the end of the world, and what comes next for both Jet and the other RFAs, who still need new contracts too.
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