Oliver Bjorkstrand scored twice and Elvis Merzlikins was solid in net as the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Nashville Predators, taking three of four points in the series.
The Blue Jackets picked up a point tonight, but they clearly weren't ready to play in overtime. After several odd-man rushes, the Hurricanes took down Columbus via a Dougie...
The Blue Jackets have lacked fire this year, and John Tortorella takes full blame for that. He also thinks Seth Jones should be the next Blue Jackets captain.
Last season, it was their strength. This season, the blue line has been a weakness for the Blue Jackets. Columbus will need to tweak their defensive personnel as they look forward...
The Columbus Blue Jackets have struggled to create, let alone hold onto, a lead this season. How does that tie to the team's record, and are they fighting back as they should?
The Blue Jackets put forth a good effort last night, but still lost. If they can consistently do both for the rest of the season, they'll be in good shape next year.