The Blue Jackets were coming off a good performance, despite the outcome, against the Flames. Next up, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers. Believe it or not, the Oilers have been fighting for a wild card spot for most of the season. Going into this game, they held the first wild card spot with the Flames and Wild both nipping at their heels.
Offensively, the Jackets have been looking better recently, averaging 3.67 goals per game in their last three. Defensively, they continue to give up too many chances. They needed to play better defense and keep the recent offensive success going for a chance at two points in Edmonton.