On October 21st, the Columbus Blue Jackets held a 2-0 lead early in the second period in Minnesota. It was the fourth game of the season. It was early in the season, the team was 2-2 and well on the way to 3-2, and the hope of the new season was fresh in the 5th Line.
In less than two minutes, the Wild would tie the game.
With barely over five minutes left to play, rookie sensation Adam Fantilli would get his first goal as a Blue Jacket, giving Columbus a 4-3 lead. The Jackets were once again in prime position for a character-building win, setting the tone for a promising season.