Archive for Craig Layne

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I am Craig Layne, owner and operator here at FireTheCannon.com. I am located in Southern Ohio (right across the river from West Virginia). I never was a big sports fan, until the day I saw my first hockey game (The Huntington Blizzards), I have been a fan of the sport ever since. As an Ohioan, I feel obligated, and privileged to support the home team, The Columbus Blue Jackets. Feel free to get in touch with me: Craig@FireTheCannon.com or @FireTheCannon on Twitter.

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Scott Howson fired, Jarmo Kekalainen hired

By now I am sure that you’ve heard that Howson is now no longer on the Blue Jackets books, and I for one am one happy fan! I for one am ready to see the team rebuilt and that means removing Howson. His tactics clearly weren’t working and I am glad that Davidson recognized that. [...]

February 13th, 2013 | | 0 comments | Continued
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CBJ fans gather to simulate canceled game, announcers show up to call the game!

This morning I was catching up on my normal reading, and stumbled across this piece on the Dark Blue Jacket, and just HAD to share it with the world. While I’m not sure of all of the technical details, here is what I have gathered thus far: An X-Box tournament/simulation of the cancelled CBJ game [...]

October 21st, 2012 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Nash vs Howson: Who’s the bad guy?

Over the past few days, it has hit the fan in Blue Jackets land. While not much actually happened at the trade deadline, Howson let the cat out of the bag, that all of the Nash trade rumors were true. However, he didn’t stop at “we are trying to deal Nash.” He went on to [...]

March 1st, 2012 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Arniel Get’s the Ax

I am sure most of you CBJ fans have heard by now that Scott Arniel has been “relieved” of his duties with the CBJ. And if you havn’t heard, where the hell have you been all morning! Here is what I am seeing from the fan base on the subject. You can basically divide the [...]

January 9th, 2012 | | 2 comments | Continued
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Fire the Cannon podcast TONIGHT!

Fire The Cannon show hosted by Eric Smith and Lori Schmidt will be fully loaded and ready to fire off tonight. Lori might have to get restraints to keep Eric in his chair tonight as he is ready to let loose on what happened during the Sabres loss Thursday night. We will also preview the [...]

October 28th, 2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Cannonfest 2011, Sunday! Sunday! Sunday!

When: Sunday, August 14 @ 2:00 PM Where: Buffalo Wild Wings, 968 W 5th Ave, Columbus. What: Cannonfest baby! This year marks the second year for Cannonfest, but will be my first time attending. From what I hear, you can expect to enjoy chatting it up with fellow fans, while enjoying some wings, drinks, and [...]

August 13th, 2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Craig Rivet: Controversial Cross-Check

Let me start by saying that I missed last nights game. Yeah, I know, I’m a terrible fan. However, this morning Eric Smith sent me some post-game interviews that compelled me to look a little closer at the highlight reels. So here’s the skinny. Former Sabres Captain turned Blue Jacket, Craig Rivet apparently cross-checked rookie Tyler Ennis in [...]

April 10th, 2011 | | 2 comments | Continued
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RJ Umberger and Jared Boll post game locker room chat

A big thanks to Eric Smith who took these videos last night, and sent them to us this morning. Boll and Umby discuss the loss to Buffalo, the controversial cross-check, and the off-season. Overall these are some awesome videos, thanks again Eric.   RJ Umberger Locker Room Video RJ Umberger discusses last-nights loss to the Sabres, the [...]

April 10th, 2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Blue Jackets Sign Cam Atkinson to Entry Level Contract

We all know that the Blue Jackets are needing to add some serious depth, especially in the scoring department. We are now receiving official word, that Forward Cam Atkinson has been signed to a three-year two-year, entry level contract. Former Boston College scorer has put up some impressive numbers in his career thus far, and looks to be a good [...]

March 27th, 2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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Blue Jackets Live Chat vs Kings

Tonights live chat for the Columbus Blue Jackets, vs the LA Kings. Come in, kick of your shoes, and let’s talk some CBJ hockey! *No Boomers Allowed! Blue Jackets Live Chat vs Kings

March 11th, 2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Poll: Do the Jackets have a shot at the playoffs?

A month ago I never would have thought that the Jackets had a chance at the playoffs, but as tight as the points are right now, this season is far from over. However, injuries are plaguing this team, and the refs show NO respect for the CBJ. Combine that with the Jackets track record of sliding into [...]

February 17th, 2011 | | 1 comment | Continued
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CBJ vs Oilers Live Chat

Here is tonights BLue Jackets vs Oilers Live! Game day chat hosted by Columbus Wired’s Dave Seaman and Justin Boggs. Columbus Wired’s CBJ Live Chat: Oilers vs Blue Jackets

February 5th, 2011 | | 0 comments | Continued
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Blue Jackets vs Oilers

Let me start by saying that last nights win vs the Red Wings was incredible! This down hill slide has been killing myself and many other dedicated Blue jackets fans, and a shut out in Detroit was just what the doctor ordered. Of course that must continue tonight vs Edmonton. What to expect tonight: HD [...]

February 5th, 2011 | | 2 comments | Continued