The Columbus Blue Jackets are aiming to snap a four-game losing streak as they face the Chicago Blackhawks. Columbus boasts a solid home record with 17 wins, 6 losses, and 4 overtime losses, while they hold a 26-22-8 overall record. The team is ranked ninth in the league with an average of 3.2 goals per game, totaling 180 goals so far.
On the other hand, Chicago has struggled with a 17-31-7 record and a 6-17-4 performance on the road. Their scoring differential stands at -41, with 148 goals scored and 189 conceded.
This game marks the second meeting of the season between the two teams, with the Blue Jackets previously winning 6-3.
Key players to watch include Zachary Werenski, who has scored 17 goals and 42 assists, and Kent Johnson, who has contributed five goals and five assists in the last 10 games for Columbus. For Chicago, Ryan Donato leads with 19 goals and 18 assists, while Frank Nazar has three goals and three assists in his recent games.
The Blue Jackets have gone 4-5-1 in their last 10, averaging 2.8 goals and 4.9 assists per game. The Blackhawks are 3-3-4 in their last 10, scoring 3.4 goals per game and providing 5.6 assists, but allowing 3.4 goals per game. Both teams are injury-free heading into the matchup.