There some similarities between the 2015-16 and 2021 Columbus Blue Jackets seasons. Both were derailed early and never recovered, with the team struggling to string together wins. The longest win streak in 2015-16 was three games (twice), while this season never reached that mark. Both teams were below league average on offense, defense, and special teams. In both seasons, the team’s young first line center was traded during the season after clashing with the head coach. Each season ended with an overtime win at home, but left more questions than answers regarding the future of the franchise, and uncertainty as to how long before the team could compete again.
John Tortorella leaves a complicated legacy in Columbus
