This will be the third and final time the Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets meet up for a game. Each team has a win in the series as the Blue Jackets took the first decision in overtime while the Habs put up a good effort their second game-winning 3-1. Similarly to most of their games post-Trade Deadline, their opponent has a lot more to play for.
The Blue Jackets are in a tight battle with the Florida Panthers for the final wild-card spot in the east. Considering how hot the Panthers have been (8-1-1 in their last 10) Columbus is well in need of the points.