In Episode 3 of The Union Blue Dispatch, we’re breaking down the Blue Jackets’ thrilling overtime battle with the San Jose Sharks, where Columbus put up an impressive 50 shots on goal, only to be stymied by a career performance from Vitek Vanecek. We discuss the heartbreaking finish by former Blue Jacket Alex Wennberg and analyze the team’s need for a consistent finisher to capitalize on their offensive chances. Plus, we dive into some buzzing trade rumors, including a potential deal with the Maple Leafs that could involve taking on an “undesirable contract” to gain assets. It’s a deep dive into the Jackets’ season strategy and how every move could shape their rise in the NHL standings.

Sources: ColumbusBlueJackets.com, Editorinleaf.com

In Episode 2 of The Union Blue Dispatch, the hosts break down a turbulent weekend for the Blue Jackets, with back-to-back losses exposing cracks in their defense. They analyze what went wrong against the Capitals and Jets, discuss how fatigue may be affecting their consistency, and explore the trade rumors heating up around key players like Ivan Provorov. With questions mounting about the team’s potential and whether they’re contenders or pretenders, this episode dives deep into what it will take for the Jackets to rebound and keep playoff hopes alive.

Sources: UnionandBlue.com; AP News and NHLRumors.com