What does Blue Jackets' win streak mean for the postseason?

The Columbus Blue Jackets’ winning streak ended with Thursday’s 5-0 loss to the Capitals. The Blue Jackets’ run of 16 consecutive victories is one short of the NHL record, set by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1992-93 season.

How have the teams with the longest winning streaks in NHL history fared in the postseason? Stats & Info takes a look below.

Penguins: 17 consecutive wins

The Penguins were two-time reigning Stanley Cup champions in the 1992-93 season and featured four players now in the Hall of Fame and another (Jaromir Jagr) who almost certainly will be voted in when eligible. But despite the talent and their Patrick Division title, the Penguins lost in the division finals (equivalent…