Columbus Blue Jackets Prospect Evan Jardine SHARES His OSU Journey & Draft Experience

Columbus Blue Jackets' prospect Evan Jardine reveals his journey from Michigan roots to Ohio hockey prominence. What does it take to thrive in the NCAA and earn a shot at the NHL? Jardine breaks down his draft-day experience, his impactful seasons with the Youngstown Phantoms, and the transition to Ohio State University, reflecting on rivalries, adapting to elite competition, and balancing life as a student-athlete. Insightful discussions center on Jardine’s high hockey IQ, playmaking abilities, and the inspiration he takes from NHL standout Jake Guentzel. The conversation explores his ambitions for the season with OSU, the importance of skating development, and key matchups circled on his calendar—especially against Michigan and Big Ten rivals. Fans get an inside look at campus life in Columbus, the city’s vibrant atmosphere, and how Jardine plans to cement his status as a go-to player for both the Buckeyes and the Blue Jackets’ future. THUMBNAIL CREDIT: Ohio State Department of Athletics Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon . Navy Federal Credit Union If you've served in any branch of the military, are serving now or are part of a military family, you could become a member of Navy Federal, too. To find out more and see if you're eligible, visit https://navyfederal.org . Federally insured by NCUA . Bauer Bring your game to life with the BAUER PULSE 2 stick, available at your local Bauer retailer or online at https://bauer.com . Use promo code LOCKEDON26 to get free standard shipping on your order. One code use per customer. Cannot be combined with other discount codes. Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. Butcher Box If you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNHL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI Today's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club , featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money