After losing yet another player to injury, the Blue Jackets discovered unexpected chemistry in a makeshift top line.
"It's truly incredible and inspiring the strength she has," Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner tells PEOPLE of Meredith
"I knew Columbus was going to show up, and they did," Boone Jenner said. "What an atmosphere. What an experience for us."
In four appearances since play resumed following the 4 Nations Face-Off, Jenner has racked up seven helpers while adding nine shots on net, seven hits, six blocked shots and a plus-7 rating. He's also won 33 of 64 faceoffs (51.
This was Jenner's season debut following shoulder surgery he underwent in October following an injury in practice just before the start of the season. The 31-year-old offers a bit of grit and support scoring,
New forwards Luke Kunin, Christian Fischer give Blue Jackets needed depth to make their final push in a tight race for a playoff spot.
Another key forward leaves Blue Jackets' lineup, but now their captain is back to fill the void at center of the second line.
Stadium Series took place at the infamous Ohio Stadium between the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Detroit Red Wings. The Stadium Series is one of the events that players and fans alike look forward to every year.
Columbus Blue Jackets president/general manager Don Waddell can look toward the present and be comfortable about the future at NHL trade deadline.
Dave Pagnotta of the Fourth Period was on Sirius XM NHL Network Radio on Monday Morning Skate with Gord Stellick and Scott Laughlin. Pagnotta was asked about what the Columbus Blue Jackets will do at the deadline and he mentioned they are looking to add a forward.