CBJectively Speaking

On this episode, we re-release our interview with Columbus Blue Jackets In-Arena Host, Mike Todd! You won't want to miss our conversations about the Mike Todd story, his DQ recommendations, his favorite CBJ moments, and more! We also discuss the extension of the NHL Holiday Break and the cancellation of the NHL sending players to the Olympic Games.  You can follow us on Twitter and Instagram @CBJe...

On this episode, we start by discussing some exciting life changes for Jeremy before diving into discussing the Blue Jackets' two losses to the Canucks and the Oilers. We spend a majority of the show discussing the recent COVID outbreak in the NHL, including within the Columbus Blue Jackets organization. We discuss what it means to move forward, and analyze if the Jackets should play Buffalo on Mo...

On this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets 2-1 shootout loss to the Anaheim Ducks, and talk about why we think shootouts shouldn't be a thing. We also discuss the Blue Jackets first ever trip to Seattle, where they took a 4-1 lead, only to lose the lead and be forced into OT, where they beat Seattle for the second time this season in overtime by a score of 5-4. Max Domi and Jack Roslovic's chemi...

On this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets failed attempt to come back from a 5-1 deficit against the Toronto Maple Leafs, as the Union Blue suffered a 5-4 loss in their first trip back to Ontario since the 2020 Bubble. Goals by Oliver Bjorkstrand, Sean Kuraly, and Max Domi weren't enough, and Daniil Tarasov was called in to relieve Elvis Merzlikins after giving up five goals. We start this one...

The Blue Jackets have finally won another game, and it's time for Blue Jackets fans to exhale! Following losses to the Dallas Stars and Washington Capitals, the team returned home for a matchup with the San Jose Sharks. Daniil Tarasov made his NHL debut, going 0-2-0 with a 2.55 GAA and .926 save percentage in losses against the Stars and Capitals, while Adam Boqvist scored twice, including the gam...

On this episode, we look back at the Blue Jackets previous three games against the Winnipeg Jets, Vancouver Canucks, and St. Louis Blues. While the Jackets captured two wins against the Jets and Canucks, they fell short against the Blues on Saturday. Max Domi, Elvis Merzlikins, Adam Boqvist, and Jack Roslovic were the four players in our three stars category - find out who picked who! Jeremy unbox...

On this Wednesday drop of CBJectively Speaking, we discuss the Blue Jackets' recent road trip, in which they went 2-1-0 with wins over Arizona and Buffalo, and a hard to watch loss against Vegas. Max Domi returned to the lineup, Jack Roslovic scored his first goal(s) of the season, Boone Jenner had a hat-trick, and then he didn't. Four points out of six is never something to be upset about, and we...

On this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets' come-from-behind win against the Detroit Red Wings on Monday. After going down 2-0, the Jackets were finally able to tie the game after Captain Boone Jenner scored his seventh of the season, and Adam Boqvist scored his first as a Blue Jacket. Not to be outdone, Yegor Chinakhov collected his first career NHL goal to tie the game at 3-3, and Zach Werensk...

On this episode, we take a look at a (insert adjective here) hockey weekend that resulted in the Blue Jackets dropping two in a row for the first time this season. We recap Friday's 4-3 loss to the Washington Capitals and Saturday's 5-3 loss to the New York Rangers. No line looked better than the line of Alexandre Texier, Sean Kuraly, and Eric Robinson - can they keep up the good work? Who starts...

In the 75th episode of CBJectively Speaking, we welcome very special guest, Kathryn Dobbs, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of the Columbus Blue Jackets to the show. Join us as we discuss Columbus as a hockey market, what drew Kathryn to the Columbus Blue Jackets, how her fandom was established well before her employment, her favorite memories with the team, and of course, we disc...

In this episode, we recap the Columbus Blue Jackets' 4-2 win over the Colorado Avalanche! For the first time since the 2019-2020 season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have won three games in a row, including two against the Avs. We talk about Jakub Voracek being a man on a mission, Texier scoring a big goal, and the rookies Yegor Chinakhov and Cole Sillinger connecting for the game winning goal. Elvis...

In this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets' thrilling 5-4 overtime win over the Colorado Avalanche. Cole Sillinger and Jake Bean had a coming out party of sorts, as both registered two goals, while Sillinger picked up an assist. This game had it all, from a 2-0 deficit, to a come from behind lead, to two Colorado goals with their net empty to send this one into overtime. You won't want to miss o...

In this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets' painful loss to the New York Rangers, and their thrilling win over the New Jersey Devils. Gutsy performances by Joonas Korpisalo, Boone Jenner, Patrik Laine, and Jakub Voracek gave the Jackets a Shootout Win in New Jersey, improving their record to 5-3-0 on the season. The Jackets head to Colorado for the first of two against the Avalanche in the comin...

Content Warning : In this episode, we do spend some time discussing the release of the internal investigation of the Chicago Blackhawks, which has resulted in the firing of most front office staff. We at CBJectively Speaking stand with Kyle Beach, and all survivors of sexual assault, sexual violence, and sexual misconduct.  In this episode, we welcome Megan Powell, a descendant from the hockey fam...

In this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets' wild two games against the New York Islands and the Carolina Hurricanes. A 3-2 OT win, with a game winner scored by Patrik Laine set the tone for a matchup between the Jackets and the Canes, but the Jackets fell short 5-1 on Saturday. We talk about the difference between the two matchups, and spend a little time previewing Monday's game against the Dal...

In this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets' 4-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings and praise Joonas Korpisalo for keeping the team in the game with 41 saves. We discuss other top performers such as Boone Jenner, who tallied the only CBJ goal in the loss, and give our three stars of the game.  We preview the CBJ's upcoming matchups against the New York Islanders and the Carolina Hurricanes - a not so...

In this episode, we discuss the Opening Weekend of the Columbus Blue Jackets' season! The team is 2-0-0 going into Thursday's game against Detroit, where they can secure a third straight win for the first time since the 2019-2020 season. We recap wins over the Arizona Coyotes (8-2) and talk about the Seattle Kraken's first ever overtime game and eventually, overtime loss. We discuss our Three Star...

Join us for our first ever in-person recording as we discuss the start of the Columbus Blue Jackets Season and opening weekend games against the Arizona Coyotes and the Seattle Kraken. We discuss Boone Jenner being named the 7th Captain in franchise history, the starters for Opening Night (such as Max Domi), ponder if the Blue Jackets were gaslighting the Kraken, review the Behind the Battle YouTu...

In this episode, we are joined by Jackets Insider Jeff Svoboda as we preview the Blue Jackets 2021-2022 season! We recap all of the moves that the team made over the offseason, like trading Seth Jones and Cam Atkinson, acquiring Jake Bean, Adam Boqvist, and Jakub Voracek, drafting Cole Sillinger, and more. We recap some extensions and discuss their importance, as well.  The conversation turns to t...

In this episode, we discuss the possible return of Max Domi before the season starts next week. Could Max Domi end up in the Opening Night lineup after all? We also touch on the preseason play of players such as Yegor Chinakhov and Cole Sillinger and discuss if they will have a roster spot on Opening Night. Players like Alexandre Texier are still trying to find their legs as the preseason comes to...

In this episode, we recap the first week of CBJ preseason games, including a shutout win against Pittsburgh and an offensively sound showing against St. Louis. No need to talk about the OT loss to Buffalo, however! We talk about the players that have impressed us thus far and those that we are looking to see some more out of. We discuss the ten cuts made by the Blue Jackets at the conclusion of We...

The Preseason is upon us! Episode 63, much like the Blue Jackets' week, is chalk full of content! We recap the Blue Jackets' trip to Traverse City, where they went 4-0 on stellar performances from Yegor Chinakhov, Cole Sillinger, Josh Dunne, Jake Christiansen, Tyler Angle, James Malatesta, Jet Greaves, and others. We discuss the Blue Jackets' media day, and their decision to withhold Zac Rinaldo f...

In this episode, we discuss the release of former Blue Jackets' Assistant Coach Sylvain Lefebvre due to his inability to adhere to the NHL's vaccine mandate for all personnel within 12 feet of players. We touch on the Blue Jackets hiring of former Cleveland Monster's Associate Coach, Steve McCarthy, and discuss the importance of getting vaccinated going into the season. The Columbus Blue Jackets p...

In this episode, we discuss Corey Pronman's ranking of the Columbus Blue Jackets' Under-23 Prospect Pool. In his article , he ranked the Blue Jackets' Under-23 Prospect Pool 13th, and increase from last year's ranking of 19th. We unpack the players that he views to be Top Line NHL Players, Middle-Line NHL Players, NHL Players, and players with potential to play games. You won't want to miss our co...

In this episode, we welcome Spencer Saylor, the Owner and Mastermind of The Wizard of Za, known for its sicilian style pizzas and its underground location. We talk to Spencer about his relationship with the Columbus Blue Jackets, his shift from being a Penguins fan to a Blue Jackets fan, his friendship with Cam Atkinson, and much more! You'll leave this episode hungry for more! You can follow us o...