Blue Jackets Seek Consistency While Managing Key Absences
Columbus heads into the week at 3-4-0 and is still searching for consistent play at both ends of the ice. Kent Johnson has been an offensive bright spot, scoring in three straight games and netting the overtime winner against the Rangers. The Blue Jackets remain without defensemen Provorov and Fabbro, while their power play, penalty kill, and defensive structure are areas to monitor.
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After seven outings, Columbus owns a 3-4-0 record, six points, and seventh spot in the Metropolitan Division. The club has produced 17 goals while surrendering 23, and its power play has clicked only twice across 17 chances; the penalty kill has
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