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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 Greaves Why the team’s defensive play has actually gotten worse despite the focus on tightening up Coaching vs. talent: are the problems behind the bench, on the ice, or both? The blown leads, late-game collapses, and the mental side of closing out wins Brad Marchand listening in at the bench and what that says about league-wide respect for Columbus Adam Fantilli’s future in Columbus, how he should be used, and why he needs to be treated like a true No. 1 center Where this year’s roster ranks among the 25 seasons of Blue Jackets hockey and why another NHL-caliber goalie may be needed If you’re a CBJ fan trying to make sense of this season and what comes next, this is a must-watch breakdown. 👉 Follow Tito on X/Twitter: @ThitHappens👉 Read Aaron Portzline on The Athletic👉 Visit FanStreamSports.com for more Jackets, NHL, and Columbus sports coverage.

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 Adam Fantilli, Kirill Marchenko, and Jet Greaves are leading a youth movement💪 Why expectations—not just hope—surround this team in 2025 If you bleed Union Blue, hit Subscribe, ring the 🔔, and join Tito all season long for the Blue Jackets Blitz, powered by FanStream Sports. 👉 Download the FREE FanStream Sports app (Apple & Android)👉 Visit FanStreamSports.com for 24/7 sports coverage. #BlueJackets #ColumbusBlueJackets #NHL #Hockey #CBJ #Tito #FanStreamSports #NHL2025 #Columbus

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 cuts Defensive pairings breakdown Jet Greaves vs. Elvis in goal Why Severson has to work Provorov’s contract value What’s really going on with Yegor Chinikhov Season expectations vs. reality Can this team make a playoff run? Subscribe for daily Blue Jackets content, honest takes, and insider insight — Welcome to the Daily Blitz. 📲 Follow Tito on X: @thithappens 📲 Follow Aaron Portzline: @Aportzline 🎧 Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & all major platforms