Our first taste of the Columbus Blue Jackets this season will feature many players looking to make a name for themselves, as well as a few familiar faces.
Yesterday, the Blue Jackets announced the projected roster for the preseason opener. With the loss of a couple regulars in the lineup from last year, and the ongoing Josh Anderson situation, these games are crucial to see who could actually play in the NHL.
Head coach John Tortorella is notorious for benching star players, meaning the on-the-fence prospects should feel enticed to play hard anyway.