When the Bruins and Maple Leafs kicked off their first round series, we were all pretty tired of each other. We knew the Leafs’ lineup up and down, and there were no real surprises. A divisional opponent and 3 playoff match-ups in 6 years will do that to you.
With the Columbus Blue Jackets, however, we’ve got a bit more mystery. Sure, the Bruins and Blue Jackets play 3 times per season, but it’s hard to keep a close eye on a team like Columbus.
Before the second round begins, let’s take a look at the projected Blue Jackets lineup, and learn some of the names you’ll be hearing over the course of the next week or so.