The first major team trophy in franchise history – not to mention home ice – is in reach for the Blue Jackets, but it won't be an easy road coming down the stretch.
Setting a franchise wins record in the last game was nice, but the Blue Jackets want to keep the good vibes rolling tonight when they return home to face the Panthers.
Blue Jackets rookie defenseman Zach Werenski has been one of the NHL's top first-year players, but has seemingly been lost in the Calder Trophy discussion.
Rumors suggested Cam Atkinson was on his way out of Columbus at the 2015 trade deadline. The Blue Jackets decided to re-sign him, which turned out to be the right call.
John Tortorella wasn't happy with Oliver Bjorkstrand's training camp and preseason, but the 21-year-old has elevated his game during the team's stretch drive.
Lukas Sedlak may not be the flashiest name on the Blue Jackets' roster, but the rookie's on-ice impact has made him a favorite of coach John Tortorella.