Columbus Blue Jackets Daily Blitz Podcast

Welcome into another Columbus Blue Jackets Daily Blitz with Jeff “Tito” Thitoff as he’s joined by Aaron Portzline of The Athletic, who has covered the Jackets since Day 1.Tito and Porty dive into:Why he grades the Jackets’ season so far as a C– / D+The surprising split in goal tending between Elvis Merzļikins and Jet GreavesWhy the team’s defensive play has actually gotten worse despite the focus on tightening upCoaching vs. talent: are the problems behind the bench, on the ice, or both?The blown

Jeff 'Tito' Thitoff breaks down 25 years of Columbus Blue Jackets hockey in this episode of the Blue Jackets Blitz — from their unforgettable first game in 2000 to the heartbreaks, rebuilds, and renewed optimism heading into the 2025 season. Hear stories from the early days at the Columbus Dispatch, the team’s emotional highs and lows, and why this year feels different.Tito dives into:🏒 The Blue Jackets’ humble beginnings and early struggles😢 Tragic moments that shaped the franchise🔥 How

Jeff "Tito" Thitoff is joined by The Athletic’s Aaron Portzline to break down the Columbus Blue Jackets’ 2025-26 regular season roster. We cover all things CBJ — from the most stable training camp in years to the goaltender battle between Elvis Merzlikins and Jet Greaves, Damon Severson’s outlook, and the Chinakhov trade drama.If you're a fan of the Blue Jackets or love NHL roster talk, this is the episode for you!🔹 Topics Covered:Roster stability & surprise cutsDefensive pairings