Friday’s date between the Carolina Hurricanes and Columbus Blue Jackets was, practically, a playoff game. Two teams fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference and the Metropolitan Division.
For the Canes, it was a chance to go a long way in burying the Jackets. For the Jackets, it was a must-win as they looked to make up ground on the Canes.
Ultimately, it came down to six minutes. The first six minutes. And unfortunately for Carolina, the first six minutes were absolutely dominated by the home team, whose hot start saw two loud cannon blasts echo through Nationwide Arena.