CBJectively Speaking

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  2026-2027 CBJ Season Preview 01.10.2026 1j 45mnt

  It's time to preview the Columbus Blue Jackets 2026-2027 season, the season the Union Blue returns to the postseason (mark our words!) On this episode, we talk about just how different this team is heading into the season and provide our most unhinged predictions heading into the year.
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  Emergency Episode: Marchy Out, Knies Out, and Elvis Left the Building 29.09.2026 53mnt

  IT WENT DOWN AND WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT IT! The Columbus Blue Jackets have traded Kirill Marchenko, Elvis Merzlikins, and Miles Wood to the Toronto Maple Leafs in exchange for Matthew Knies, Steven Lorentz, Emil Andrae, and a conditional 2027 2nd Round Pick. This one is a doozy!
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  What's Going On?! 21.09.2026 1j 42mnt

  On this episode, we take on the three biggest topics on the 5th Line's mind: Adam Fantilli, Kirill Marchenko, and Training Camp. Unfortunately, we spend a lot more time talking about the first two topics than we do the last! What will the CBJ do to make sure this season gets off on the right foot, all the noise withstanding? We talk about that and more!
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  It Doesn't Get Any Better Than Jeff Rimer 14.09.2026 1j 1mnt

  On this episode, we welcome iconic NHL play-by-play announcer Jeff Rimer, to discuss the release of his memoir, It Doesn't Get Any Better Than This: Unforgettable Calls in the Booth and Unexpected Turns in Life. We discuss his time in the booth in Columbus, what he has learned in retirement, and what we can expect out of his memoir, one of the most anticipated releases of the year!
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  Additions + Questionable Subtractions 11.08.2026 1j 27mnt

  On this episode, we recap the additions (shoutout Wheeling!) and questionable administrative subtractions that have taken place in Columbus since we last recorded, discuss our thoughts on the Adam Fantilli situation, and so much more!
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  Setting the Scene w/ Rick Bowness 08.07.2026 1j 36mnt

  On this episode, we welcome Rick Bowness, head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, to talk about his decision to return to Columbus, his eagerness for September, his role in the offseason moves and negotiations, and more! Plus, we provide our analysis about the Zach Werenski saga, Leo Carlsson's offer sheet, UFA departures, recent additions, and more!
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  Mark Scheig Talks Impending Blue Jackets Offseason 22.06.2026 1j 32mnt

  On this episode, we welcome Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers to discuss the 2026 Blue Jackets offseason, which is a critical one for the Union Blue. Will the UFAs walk? When will they re-sign the RFAs? Will we actually pick at 14? These unanswered questions and more on this episode!
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  Misery Loves Hockey! 09.06.2026 1j 12mnt

  On this episode, we discuss Zach Werenski winning the Norris Trophy, Trent Vogelhuber's eventual promotion, and chat about all of the silly season news that broke this week, including Dylan Larking requesting a trade and Mike Babcock being on Edmonton's short list to be their next head coach. Maybe it's alright that things are quiet in Columbus after all...
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  Charlie Coyle Joins the Show 27.05.2026 1j 11mnt

  Columbus Blue Jackets forward Charlie Coyle joins the show to talk about his first season in Columbus, his leadership style, and what he's looking forward to over the next six years in Columbus.
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  The Charlie Coyle Show 14.05.2026 1j 27mnt

  The Columbus Blue Jackets have re-signed Charlie Coyle to a six-year, $36M contract, and we're here to talk about all the feelings. Spoiler alert: We're pretty excited.
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  News, Notes, and Now We Wait 06.05.2026 1j 12mnt

  On this episode, we return to our regularly scheduled programming to give you our thoughts on Rick Bowness returning as head coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets, discuss the Cleveland Monsters playoff run, and give you our predictions for the rest of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
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  The Gaudreau Family Foundation 30.04.2026 44mnt

  On this episode, we're joined by Guy and Jane Gaudreau to discuss the creation of the Gaudreau Family Foundation ahead of the second annual Gaudreau Family 5K on Saturday, May 16. We discuss the aims of the foundation, the successes so far, and what's ahead! We also talk a little playoff hockey, too!
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  Podcast Only Meeting 07.04.2026 1j 3mnt

  What. Happened. To. The. Columbus. Blue. Jackets.
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  Food for Thought with Steve Mears 31.03.2026 1j 23mnt

  On this episode, we welcome in Steve Mears, TV play-by-play announcer for the Columbus Blue Jackets, to recap the season from his perspective, discuss the playoff push at hands, and don't worry, we scratch the surface of our shared identity as foodies. We preview the week ahead for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the teams around them.
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  CBJ Odds (and Vibes) Are So Good 24.03.2026 1j 17mnt

  On this episode, we discuss an important week with the Blue Jackets that ended with the conclusion of a 12-game point streak that has put the CBJ in position to control their own destiny in the race for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. We talk about the week that was on the ice, discuss the growth of the game around Columbus sparked by the Ohio State Women's 5th straight NCAA Championship appearance, and so much more.
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  Chasing the CBJ Ceiling 16.03.2026 1j 24mnt

  How good can this CBJ team be? After points in nine straight, some are wondering not if, but where the Blue Jackets will slot in to the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It's a risky proposition to look into the club from the outside, but on this episode, we discuss the current pundit playoff projections and where we see the Blue Jackets in the mix, discuss last week's action, and name our players that have been playing with some ****ing heart. You won't want to miss this one!
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  We're Back, and So is the Playoff Race 09.03.2026 2j 4mnt

  Oh boy, we're back! On this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets trade deadline acquisition of Conor Garland, their 3-1-2 stretch since the Olympic break, and unpack all that transpired following the Olympic Gold for both the Women's and the Men's team. 
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  Marching Into The Break Strong 10.02.2026 1j 39mnt

  The Columbus Blue Jackets are entering the Olympic Break having won seven straight and eleven-of-twelve, making them the hottest team in the NHL. It's hard for the vibes to be low, especially as the Blue Jackets send off Zach Werenski and Elvis Merzlikins to represent their respective countries at the 2026 Olympic Games! We talk about the wins, the playoff race, and the Olympics on this exciting episode!
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  So. Much. Heart. 30.01.2026 1j 23mnt

  Minus a weird one against Ottawa, the Blue Jackets have won seven of their last eight games, and are the talk of the NHL heading into the Olympic Break... can they keep up the success? We discuss that and more!
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  Blue Jackets? Good! Goalies? Weird! 20.01.2026 1j 27mnt

  On this episode, we discuss the Blue Jackets dominating win against the Vancouver Canucks, dissect a hard fought victory against the Pittsburgh Penguins, and celebrate our two Olympians, Zach Werenski and Elvis Merzlikins, for their play as of late.