The strength of the Columbus Blue Jackets is, without a doubt, the blue line. The Blue Jackets boast arguably the best pairing in the National Hockey League in Seth Jones and Zach Werenski. They also have depth behind them, some of the most the team has had in franchise history. The Jackets boast three legit pairs, enough to healthy scratch former stalwart Jack Johnson. The Blue Jackets are loaded on the back end.
The Capitals, meanwhile, boast the NHL minutes leader on their first pairing in John Carlson.