Cannon Fodder

Dissecting Rick Bowness’ strong start with Blue Jackets

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 talk about the new coach Rick Bowness and how the Blue Jackets have played recently.

Evason out: 'Bones,' Wadds and Dean's disharmony

The Puck-rakers discuss the Blue Jackets surprising move to fire head coach Dean Evason and assistant Steve McCarthy and hire Rick Bowness as the team's new head coach.

Planes, trades and more blown leads

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.

Was Don Waddell sneaky efficient?

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.

Roster palooza

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.