The Columbus Blue Jackets have punched their ticket to the playoffs for the third consecutive year. That, my friends is a trend, and a refreshing one. Congratulations to the players, coaches, and management for this achievement. It is colored somewhat by the threat of facing the Tampa juggernaut in the first round.
And naturally, since I have been critical of Panarin, Artemi Panarin scored a goal, won the shootout on his forehand (his forehand is lethal) and Bobrovsky's stellar play got us into the playoffs against the Rangers. Panarin continued his good play against Ottawa. That's fine, I am happy for him, and I am happy for Bob.