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CBJ Radio

CBJ Radio
Columbus Blue Jackets
NHL
Tampa Bay Lightning
Edmonton Oilers
Vancouver Canucks
Blue Jackets
Ottawa Senators
Pascal Vincent
New Jersey Devils
Seattle Kraken
Boone Jenner
Sports
St. Louis Blues
Calgary Flames
Valley Sports
Nationwide Arena
Johnny Gaudreau
Elvis Merzlikins
NHL All-Star Game
Adam Fantilli

Stay up to date with the #CBJ with hosts Bob McElligott, Dylan Tyrer and Jody Shelley on shows like CBJin30, The Inside Edge, CBJ Rewind and The Pipeline Podcast.

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Latest Episodes

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley talk about the current Blue Jackets road trip. Also, former goaltender Marc Denis joins the show (14:51-26:50).

Bob McElligott answers your Columbus Blue Jackets questions.

Bob McElligott and Jody Shelley break down the Columbus Blue Jackets games this week. Also, Bob talks with Edmonton Oilers play-by-play man, Jack Michaels (14:14-30:00).

Bob McElligott and Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre prepare you for tonight's game, in Calgary. Bob also sits down with Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins (13:55-36:53).

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Recent Guests

Marc Denis
Former goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets and current broadcaster for the Montreal Canadiens
Montreal Canadiens
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for November 19, 2025 - Guest: Marc Denis
Jack Michaels
Radio and TV voice for the Edmonton Oilers
Edmonton Oilers
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for November 12, 2025 - Guest: Jack Michaels
Elvis Merzlikins
Goaltender for the Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for November 5, 2025 - Guest: Elvis Merzlikins
Rostislav Klesla
Former defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets and the first draft pick in team history.
Former player in NHL and Czech leagues
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for October 15, 2025 - Guest: Rostislav Klesla
Cole Sillinger
Blue Jackets forward
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for October 1, 2025 - Guest: Cole Sillinger
Don Waddell
General Manager and President of Hockey Operations of the Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for September 17, 2025 - Guest: Don Waddell
Miles Wood
New forward for the Columbus Blue Jackets
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for August 27, 2025 - Guest: Miles Wood
Steve Mears
Blue Jackets television play-by-play announcer
Columbus Blue Jackets
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for August 20, 2025 - Guests: Cole Sillinger & Steve Mears
Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre
Former Blue Jackets defenseman and current host on FanDuel Sports
FanDuel Sports
Episode: #CBJ The Inside Edge for August 6, 2025 - Guests: Jean-Luc Grand-Pierre & Jet Greaves

Hosts

Bob McElligott
Host and commentator focused on the Columbus Blue Jackets, known for candid insights and engaging storytelling about the team.
Dylan Tyrer
Co-host who discusses team news and player development, often featuring interviews with athletes and analysts.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 224 ratings
  • Top 5

    Top 5 hockey podcast available.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    WJCB430
    United States4 years ago
  • The “Go-To” daily CBJ pod

    The #1 Blue Jackets Podcast period! Look no further for great CBJ talk! Few if any know the players, coaches, and vibe of the room like Bobby Mac, and his answers are always pure honesty and/or the cold hard truth! You’ll get the answers to Q’s many in media will sidestep, not Bobby Mac, he’ll take them head on. The issues on my mind as a fan are always discussed, debated, and analyzed a number of ways & with different NHL personalities & guests too. Monday mailbag is my favorite, answering ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theRealBakeShow
    United States5 years ago
  • Awesome pod

    Bob is one of the best at what he does. He doesn’t hold back, calls it how he sees it and talks about important topics with great guests. He also has awesome intro/outro music. Give this man a raise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suite_Lou_9
    Canada5 years ago
  • Thank you for helping keep Sports alive!

    I can honestly say that I’ve never fist pumped for a podcast or a radio show before but I’ve caught myself a few times doing it when I see a new Bobby Mac episode drop!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fadedpoet
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Jackets pod

    Nicely done - good information

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jevondracek
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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The engaging style of the hosts, particularly Bob McElligott, comes across as relatable and honest.
Listeners appreciate the depth of analysis and player insights offered throughout episodes.
Fans praise the interaction with the audience, making it feel like a community.
Reviews highlight the blend of personal stories with professional analysis, enhancing overall enjoyment.
The podcast is often seen as a go-to source for timely information on the Columbus Blue Jackets.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#CBJ Monday Mailbag for November 17, 2025
Q: What do you think about the current state of the Blue Jackets' offense?
Offensive struggles are partly due to competition and players not repeating their previous performances.
#CBJ Monday Mailbag for November 17, 2025
Q: What is the timeline for Goody and Boone Jenner's injuries?
No updates were provided; Good Branson is receiving treatment, and Boone Jenner's recovery timeline could be weeks.
#CBJ The Inside Edge for November 12, 2025 - Guest: Jack Michaels
Q: How does a Western Pennsylvania kid end up broadcasting for the Edmonton Oilers?
It was a unique situation where I had a connection through a hiring committee member, despite never having been to Canada before.
#CBJ The Inside Edge for November 12, 2025 - Guest: Jack Michaels
Q: What's it like to come to work around this group and get a chance to be around these types of players?
It's mostly all business; they take everything seriously, and the last thing on their resume to fill out is the Stanley Cup.
#CBJ The Inside Edge for November 5, 2025 - Guest: Elvis Merzlikins
Q: How do you practice getting better in traffic?
Elvis mentioned unique practice methods, including eye coordination exercises to help track the puck better through traffic.

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What is CBJ Radio about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused primarily on the Columbus Blue Jackets, the content explores various aspects of the team, including player insights, coaching strategies, and fan engagement, particularly during the season and off-season. Discussions often feature in-depth interviews with players, coaches, and analysts that reveal insider perspectives on training camps, draft preparations, and upcoming games. The approach is engaging and informative, providing both entertaining anecdotes and serious analysis. Noteworthy is the regular inclusion of listener interactions and question sessions, which create a community feel and encourage direct fan involvement during discussions.

Additionally, the show's unique formatting often blends personal stories with professiona... more

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These podcasts share a similar audience with CBJ Radio:

1. Locked On Blue Jackets - Daily Podcast On The Columbus Blue Jackets
2. The Inside Edge
3. CBJectively Speaking
4. 32 Thoughts: The Podcast
5. The Athletic Hockey Show

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CBJ Radio launched 9 years ago and published 561 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on CBJ Radio include:

1. Marc Denis
2. Jack Michaels
3. Elvis Merzlikins
4. Rostislav Klesla
5. Cole Sillinger
6. Don Waddell
7. Miles Wood
8. Steve Mears

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