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Game 72 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Predators

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Paul Vernon - AP

Obviously this will be a tough one for Columbus, as they have struggled against Nashville for seemingly their entire existence. The Jackets will likely be without Derek Dorsett tonight, and if he can't play Trevor Frischmon will get his first taste of NHL action. The Jackets will also be tired after playing a game last night, a 4-2 win over Minnesota.

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Game 71 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Wild

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Terry Gilliam - AP

Rick Nash is back, Matty Garon is in net playing behind a shorthanded defense. How will this game end up? I smell a close game, one that could come down to goaltending. Garon vs. Harding could be the story tonight.

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Will Rick Nash score in his return?

  6 votes | Results

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Game 69 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Blues

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Paul Vernon - AP

This will likely be one of those ugly, out-hussle-your-opponent style games. The Jackets are without two-thirds of their top line, and they will need to play an air-tight style against the Blues. I believe this game will come down to special teams and goaltending. (Crazy concept, i know).

I look for Russ and the Brass line to step up. They absolutely have to. If they don't, we're closer to Taylor Hall. That's not such a bad thing however....

Poll
Play spoiler, or tank for a lottery pick?

  17 votes | Results

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Game 68 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Thrashers

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Terry Gilliam - AP

No Nasher tonight, but Juice is back. Chris Chelios is back in the NHL- will he try to make a statement? Garon goes in nets tonight again after looking spectacular on Tuesday against the Ducks. It's hard to say what kind of game this will be tonight- my guess is a high-scoring affair. Hopefully the result will be in Columbus' favor.

Poll
Is Chris Chelios' return worth the hype?

  21 votes | Results

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Game 67 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Ducks

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Jay LaPrete - AP

After the abomination that took place on Los Angeles ice last night, there's nowhere to go but up for the Jackets. The playoffs aren't going to happen this year, and for some of the guys in the lineup now- it's time to impress if they want a job next year. Rick Nash and Kristian Huselius are out of the lineup tonight, look for Maksim Mayorov to drop into the top six along with Brassard, Voracek, Vermette, Umberger.

Poll
Which CBJ prospect currently playing in Syracuse do you want to see get a shot with the Jackets down the stretch?

  19 votes | Results

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Game 66 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Kings

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Jimmy Jeong - AP

Game two of this California roadie- this time against the Kings. Brass is back, my guess for the guy who will sit is Nathan Paetsch. He wasn't used much on Saturday against the Sharks, but to his credit didn't look bad when he was on the ice. I'm looking for the top line to create a bunch of chances tonight.

Poll
If you could have one Kings player go to the Jackets, who would you want?

  36 votes | Results

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Game 65 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Sharks

In tonight for the Jackets: Mike Commodore, Michael Blunden and Nathan Paetsch. Out of the lineup for the CBJ: Derick Brassard, Raffi Torres, Fredrik Modin and Milan Jurcina. My biggest hope is that this one isn't a laugher- the Sharks have a rock-solid chance at winning The Cup this year, and the Jackets are on life support. There is a small chance we can squeak out a win however- if the Sharks take the Jackets too lighty and Mase stands on his head. That's essenitally what needs to happen for Columbus to get the win. Welcome back Big Red!

Poll
How will Paetsch do in his CBJ debut?
He'll show some offensive creativity, maybe even score a point
0 votes
He'll drop the mitts, or at least be physical
4 votes
You won't even notice him out there
13 votes

17 votes | Poll has closed

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Game 64 Open Thread: Jackets vs. Canucks

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Tom Gannam - AP

Tonight is the first game back after the break, and with tomorrow's trade deadline this could be the last look at certain players. Likely gone by tomorrow are Raffi Torres and Fredrik Modin, and who knows who else. This should be an entertaining game, can Mason continue his run of hot play?

Poll
Can Steve Mason continue where he left off before the break?
Yes
9 votes
No
4 votes

13 votes | Poll has closed

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Central Standings

GP W L OTL PT
Chicago 71 45 19 7 97
Nashville 72 41 26 5 87
Detroit 71 35 23 13 83
St. Louis 71 34 28 9 77
Columbus 72 29 31 12 70

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