Bob McElligot voice of The Columbus Blue Jackets

In this episode of The Mark Blazor Show, host Mark Blazor discusses the Columbus Blue Jackets' recent struggles with guest Bob McElligot, the team's radio voice, who joins from Montreal. The conversation centers on a devastating 5-0 loss to the Buffalo Sabres, where rookie goalie Colton Ellis delivered an extraordinary performance, shutting down the Jackets with 37 saves and effectively ending their playoff hopes. Despite the frustration, McElligot highlights the importance of Ellis’s opportunity and the pressure on backup goalies to perform when called upon. The discussion shifts to the Jackets’ precarious playoff positioning, with only a slim chance to make the postseason through a combination of wins and other teams’ losses. McElligot emphasizes the mental and physical toll of being the hunted team, especially with key injuries to Damon Severson and Matthew Olivier, which have disrupted the team’s balance and depth. The episode closes with a reflective moment on the team’s slow starts in the early season, which have cost them crucial points, and a hopeful note on fan support and the importance of every remaining game.