The Columbus Blue Jackets lost three players to injury, got two goals from Alexandre Texier, and switched goalies early in a bizarre, entertaining game against the Ottawa Senators.
The Blue Jackets have suffered from a poor shooting percentage all season. While, overall, it suggests a lack of finish on the team, for those who have been finishers in the past...
The Blue Jackets team defense has been excellent this year, but league-average goaltending (and a low-flying offense) has led to lower than expected results.
Rookie defenseman Andrew Peeke has played in just three NHL games but is quietly establishing a case to be on the blue line in Columbus for the remainder of the season.
Columbus Blue Jackets rookie Emil Bemstrom will be sidelined up to eight weeks as a result of injuries suffered from a cross-check by Florida Panthers forward Brian Boyle.
Bouncing back from a two game losing streak, the Columbus Blue Jackets had a strong outing against the NHL-leading Washington Capitals, winning the game 5-2.
