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Blue Jackets Host Division-Leading Hurricanes
Columbus looks to bounce back after tough weekend sweep at home
Mar. 31, 2026 at 11:20am
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The Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to rebound after a tough weekend where they were swept by the San Jose Sharks and Boston Bruins at home. Next up, they host the Carolina Hurricanes, the top team in the Metropolitan Division. The Blue Jackets are hoping to put together a complete 60-minute effort against the talented Hurricanes squad.
Why it matters
The Blue Jackets have lost three straight games and four of their last five, putting them in a precarious position in the playoff race. A win against the division-leading Hurricanes could help get Columbus back on track and prove they can compete with the best teams in the league.
The details
The Blue Jackets were swept in a rare weekend back-to-back at Nationwide Arena, losing to the Sharks on March 28 and the Bruins on March 29. They now have a chance to rebound against the Hurricanes, who lead the Metropolitan Division. Columbus is hoping to put together a complete game after their recent struggles.
- The Blue Jackets were swept in a weekend back-to-back on March 28-29.
- Columbus next hosts the Carolina Hurricanes.
The players
Columbus Blue Jackets
An NHL hockey team based in Columbus, Ohio.
Carolina Hurricanes
An NHL hockey team based in Raleigh, North Carolina and the current leaders of the Metropolitan Division.
The takeaway
The Blue Jackets have a chance to prove they can compete with the top teams in the league when they host the division-leading Hurricanes. A strong performance against Carolina could help get Columbus back on track after a tough stretch.
