Once upon a time, the Columbus Blue Jackets sported a 28% power play conversion rate. Well, that time is long gone. Now the Jackets are struggling to even get shots on their power plays, let alone goals.
After being blown out by the Washington Capitals to end their historic win streak on Jan. 5, the Jackets have been one of the most miserable power play teams in the NHL. Even in the loss to the Caps, the power play woes were very evident. In five power play opportunities, the Blue Jackets converted on zero.
Before that fateful game in the nation’s capital, the Columbus Blue Jackets comfortably held the first spot in the NHL in power play percentage at 27%.