In a battle between two teams fighting to stay out of last place in their respective leagues, the New York Islanders (31-34-10) squeaked out an 4-3 overtime win over the Columbus Blue Jackets (30-32-13) last night at Nationwide Arena.
March 28th, 2010 | Rob Ogden | 0 comments | ContinuedGame Recap
Blue Jackets lose to the Blues
The St. Louis Blues took another step towards their second straight playoff berth by scoring five goals in the final two periods to beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-1. Andy McDonald scored two goals and dished out an assist for the Blues. David Backes, David Perron, Alexander Steen and B.J. Crombeen also scored goals to [...]
March 15th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Columbus beats Atlanta
The Columbus Blue Jackets picked up their second straight win on Thursday night, edging the Atlanta Thrashers 2-1. In front of just under 13,500 at Nationwide Arena, despite being out scored 29-21, the Blue Jackets were able to grab the first two goals of the game to pick up a win. R.J. Umberger scored the [...]
March 13th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Blue Jackets get smoked in LA
The Columbus Blue Jackets got off to a slow start Monday night, allowing four goals in the first period en route to a 6-0 blow-out loss at the hands of the Los Angeles Kings. The crowd of 17,000+ at the Staples Center saw the home team garner their 39th win of the season, and move [...]
March 9th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Blue Jackets lose against the Sharks
The top team in the Western Conference needed a late rally to edge the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 in front of 17,562 at the HP Pavilion in San Jose Saturday night. Columbus and San Jose skated to a scoreless first period, with 18 penalty minutes mixed between the two teams. Andrew Murray got a penalty [...]
March 7th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Blue Jackets lose to Chicago in a Shootout
In the final game before the Olympic break, the Columbus Blue Jackets picked up a point in the 5-4 shootout loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. The game started with three first period goals; started by Kristian Huselius’ 17th of the season. The goal was aided by Antoine Vermette and Milan Jurcina. The Blue Jackets added [...]
February 15th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
The Jackets fail to make it 4 in a row
The Columbus Blue Jackets had their four game winning streak stopped on Friday night; falling 4-3 to the Vancouver Canucks. The Nationwide Arena saw a crowd of 16,564 in the loss. The Blue Jackets led after two periods 3-2, but saw Vancouver score two late goals to seal the deal. The Blue Jackets leading scorer [...]
February 13th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
The Jackets make it 3 in a row!
The Columbus Blue Jackets kept their hot streak of play alive on Wednesday night, blanking the top team in the Western Conference, the San Jose Sharks. Columbus scored a goal in each of the three periods, and goaltender Steve Mason stopped 40 shots. The win for the Blue Jackets came in front of an attendance [...]
February 11th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
The Blue Jackets get another win against the Sabres (2/7/2009)
The Columbus Blue Jackets picked up their second straight win under new interim head coach Claude Noel. Steve Mason saved all 28 shots placed at him, landing him a shut-out, and Jakub Vorachek added three assists in the game. The first period for both Columbus and the Buffalo Sabres was quiet and only contain two [...]
February 7th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Claude Noel Wins His Debut Game With The Jackets
The first game for the Columbus Blue Jackets under new coach Claude Noel ended in a 2-1 win. In front of the home crowd at Nationwide Arena the Blue Jackets were able to keep the Dallas offense at bay. Ashton scored a goal in the first period to get the home team on top. The [...]
February 4th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Blue Jackets not able to stop The Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche blasted the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday night in Denver, beating the Blue Jacket 5-1. The Blue Jackets jumped on top with a Antone Vermette goal at the 5:43 mark in the first period. It was his 18th of the season, and came shorthanded. The Avalanche tied the game with just 1:29 [...]
February 3rd, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
Observations from the Game
The Union Blue were in the Gateway City last night to take on divisional foes the St. Louis Blues. The CBJ have not faired well in St. Louis over the past few seasons, 0-7-1 in their past eight outings heading into last night. At points last night it appeared the Jackets were set extend that not so illustrious streak, but Kris Russell and Mathieu Garon had other plans.
January 31st, 2010 | Bart Logan | 0 comments | Continued
Racap: LA Kings at Columbus Blue Jackets (1/28/10)
The Columbus Blue Jackets were defeated on Thursday night 4-1 by the Los Angeles Kings. In front of the home crowd at Nationwide Arena, the Blue Jackets were shut-out through the first two periods. The Kings goaltender Jonathan Quick saved 29 of 30 shots for his 28th win of the season. The Kings scored their [...]
January 28th, 2010 | Craig Layne | 0 comments | Continued
