The find themselves just one point behind Pittsburgh for second in the Metro after another so-so week. They did gain ground on the ailing Washington Capitals who fell twice this week.
The Jackets are coming off a week were the team split its four match ups. Losing to the New York Rangers, who are nipping at the Jackets heels, was not ideal. Neither was Pittsburgh taking a point away from Friday’s win at Nationwide Arena. Crucial four point games lie ahead still as the Jackets take on two Metro rivals this weekend.