Blue Jackets Aim to End Skid Against Jets

Columbus hosts Winnipeg as both teams look to bounce back from recent losses.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 9:25am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a hockey game between the Columbus Blue Jackets and Winnipeg Jets, with the players and action broken down into overlapping planes of navy, red, light blue, and white.Two struggling NHL teams clash as the Columbus Blue Jackets host the Winnipeg Jets in a pivotal late-season matchup.Columbus Today

The Columbus Blue Jackets will host the Winnipeg Jets in a matchup of two teams looking to snap losing streaks. The Blue Jackets have dropped five straight games, while the Jets have lost their last three outings. Both squads will be eager to get back in the win column when they face off at Nationwide Arena.

Why it matters

The Blue Jackets have fallen out of playoff position in the Eastern Conference with their recent slide, and a win over the Jets could help them regain momentum. Winnipeg is also trying to keep pace in the tight Western Conference playoff race, making this an important game for both teams as they try to turn things around.

The details

Columbus has struggled on both ends of the ice during its five-game losing streak, averaging just 2.2 goals per game while allowing 3.8 goals against. The Blue Jackets will look to get their offense going against a Jets team that has also had defensive issues lately, giving up 13 goals in their last three losses.

  • The Blue Jackets and Jets will meet on Tuesday, April 8, 2026.
  • Columbus has lost five straight games heading into this matchup.

The players

Columbus Blue Jackets

The NHL team based in Columbus, Ohio that plays in the Eastern Conference.

Winnipeg Jets

The NHL team based in Winnipeg, Manitoba that plays in the Western Conference.

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What’s next

The winner of this game will look to build momentum and make a push for the playoffs in the final weeks of the regular season.

The takeaway

This matchup between the struggling Blue Jackets and Jets represents an important opportunity for both teams to get back on track and keep their postseason hopes alive.