Cannon Fodder

Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss the surprising move to fire head coach Dean Evason and assistant Steve McCarthy and hire Rick Bowness as the team's new head coach.

Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger talks with Dispatch sports reporter Dan Aulbach on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what’s currently happening with the Columbus Blue Jackets at this point so far into the 2025-26 season.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap what happened during the NHL draft and discuss the players the Blue Jackets acquired during this time.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we preview the upcoming NHL draft, speculate about what the Jackets might do, and discuss the implications for the future.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about how center Sean Monahan was voted Masterton Trophy winner and provide other news and notes regarding the Blue Jackets.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the 2025 NHL Draft and talk about everything that happened with the Blue Jackets.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss what has happened in the offseason and what we expect to see forthcoming.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Blue Jackets were eliminated from the playoffs and their hopes of making a run in the postseason. Finally, we preview their final regular-season game against the New York Islanders.

Dispatch sport columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about where things currently sit with the Blue Jackets and what’s next as this regular season comes to an end. Finally, we hear from sports broadcaster John Buccigross on his thoughts on the Jackets this year and get his predictions on how things will shake out.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we discuss how the Philadelphia Fylers have fired head coach John Tortorella. Finally, we discuss the current skating lines and how the CBJ could make the playoffs.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with broadcaster Jody Shelley on the latest Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we hear Shelley’s thoughts on the final 15 games of the season and how the Blue Jackets have been performing as of late.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger and courts reporter Bethany Bruner on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we provide an update on where things currently sit with the court case regarding the Gaudreau brothers and talk about the Blue Jackets' chase for a wild-card spot in the NHL playoffs. NOTE: Sean Higgins has pleaded not guilty to all charges against him.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we talk about tomorrow’s trade deadline and recap everything that recently happened at the outdoor stadium series game against the Detroit Red Wings.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. This edition discusses the Blue Jackets performance before the NHL break and what we think will happen when play resumes.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap everything that’s been happening as of late with the Blue Jackets and speculate on some trade rumors circulating amongst the NHL.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition, we recap the latest happenings with the Blue Jackets and talk about how it’s make or break it time for the Blue Jackets to start earning points in the NHL standings.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap last nights Calgary ceremony that was held to remember the Gaudreau brothers, talk about the Blue Jackets performance during this game and discuss the recent trade of player David Jiricek.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we break down the Blue Jackets performance this far into the 2024-25 season, talk about how well the Jackets have been playing, and how this team is fun to watch.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we breakdown what the Blue Jackets have currently been up to and provide our takeaways from the last few games.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap how the start of season has gone for the Blue Jackets and preview tonight’s game against the Winnipeg Jets.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap what happened in the first two games of the season against the Minnesota Wild and Colorado Avalanche and look ahead to tonight’s home opener against the Florida Panthers. Finally, we talk about the tribute that will be held tonight in remembrance of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau who tragically passed away earlier this year.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with special guest John Buccigross on the latest episode of the Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we break down the entire NHL and talk about what we can expect to see ahead of the upcoming season.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap everything that’s been currently going on with the Blue Jackets and look ahead to what’s upcoming.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger and staff photographer Adam Cairns on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we pay tribute to Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau and recap everything that’s happened since they were killed on Thursday Aug. 29 when they were struck by a suspected drunk driver while bicycling in Oldmans Township, New Jersey.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we provide updates on the Blue Jackets staffing changes and wrap up everything impactful that happened in the offseason.

Columbus sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we talk about the latest developments and what’s been happening with the Columbus Blue Jackets over the last two months.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we discuss Don Waddell, the new Blue Jackets GM and president of hockey operations. Finally, we talk about the Blue Jackets head coach and speculate what future might hold for Pascal Vincent going forward and look ahead to the upcoming 2024 NHL draft.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we discuss NHL coaches, speculate who the next Blue Jackets GM could be and talk about player prospects. Finally, we recap what happened in the recent NHL draft lottery.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap what happened during the regular season for the Jackets, talk about offseason moves that might be made, and speculate who might get hired as the new Blue Jackets general manger.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap how Blue Jackets’ Zach Werenski has been nominated for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy award, talk about how the Jackets have been eliminated from the playoffs, and discuss how the club is still searching for a new GM.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the newest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap where the Blue Jackets sit in the standings, recap what happened during last night’s game, and predict how this team will finish the season.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we talk about how Blue Jackets prospect Jordan Dumais is dealing with a five-game suspension related to his recent arrest for impaired driving. Next, we discuss recent news with this team and where things might go from here. Finally, we preview the next two upcoming games against the San Jose Sharks and the Winnipeg Jets.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we provide recent news and updates regarding this team. Finally, we talk about what former CBJ captain Nick Foligno and what he had to say in a recent interview.

Dispatch columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger regarding the firing of general manager Jarmo Kekäläinen on latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we break down what this means for the club going forward, provide our thoughts and reflections on this, and talk about the upcoming NHL trade deadline.

Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Pascal Vincent answers questions from the media on the news of Jarmo Kekalainen being fired as the general manager of this hockey organization.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we discuss everything going on with the Blue Jackets and look ahead to what’s next for this team after the bye week is over.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the lates edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about how the NHL All Start break is approaching, mention players David Jiricek and Adam Fantilli, and discuss the performance from this team so far this season.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we talk about what’s going on with goaltender Elvis Merzļikins, how this team has a lot of young talent on it and discuss how the Blue Jackets might finish up this season.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk how the Jackets are trying to rebuild their team this season, the latest performance on the ice, and discuss what’s been going on with the goalie situation. Finally, we talk about the new line pairings that have recently been used.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about the recent Blue Jackets' performance, speculate where we think this team is heading, and talk about the offensive and defensive line ahead of tonight’s game against the Ottawa Senators.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Columbus Blue Jackets Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we recap the recent 5-3 loss against the Pittsburgh Penguins, talk about some moves that are being made on the roster, and speculate what the plan is for the team and organization going forward. Finally, we preview tonight’s game against the Arizona Coyotes and talk about what we can expect to see on the ice.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode talk about the power outage that occurred today and knocked out power to The Nationwide Arena, recap what happened during the first couple weeks of the season and discuss how the Jackets have played together as a team.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we preview the 2023-24 Blue Jackets season, talk about tomorrow night’s season opener against the Philadelphia Flyers, and discuss everything we learned from training camp.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the newest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about what happened with the Mike Babcock conundrum, how he’s resigned since the scandal broke, and discuss how the Blue Jackets have named Pascal Vincent the new head coach. Finally, we talk about training camp and the developments that been happening in Traverse City, Michigan.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we preview training camp in Traverse City, Michigan, and talk what happened with head coach Mike Babcock earlier this week.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we recap what’s been happening with the Jackets during this offseason and talk about how Kenny McCudden resigns from the coaching staff.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we recap the recent NHL draft, how the Jackets selected Adam Fantilli in the 3rd overall pick and talk about all the draft picks made. Finally, we are joined by special guest John Buccigross to recap everything that’s happened with the Blue Jackets over the last few days.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Columbus Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the latest edition of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this episode we talk about the new acquisition of Ivan Provorov, discuss the speculation that Blue Jackets will announce Mike Babcock as the next head coach, and provide updates on what’s been going on in the offseason.

Columbus Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brain Hedger on the newest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we speculate who the Blue Jackets will hire as their next coach and talk about what might happen in the upcoming NHL draft.

Dispatch sports columnist Michael Arace speaks with Blue Jackets beat reporter Brian Hedger on the newest episode of the Cannon Fodder podcast. During this edition we talk about Monday’s draft lottery, how the Jackets received the No. 3 pick for the 2023 NHL draft and mention how ESPN botched the live program. Finally, we speculate who might be the new coach of the Blue Jackets and what we might see in this year’s upcoming NHL draft.