The Columbus Blue Jackets will take on the San Jose Sharks on March 28 at 5 p.m. ET at Nationwide Arena, with both teams eager to improve their standings. The Blue Jackets currently boast a record of 38-23-11, while the Sharks sit at 32-31-7.
Columbus has been on a roll, earning points in 12 straight home games and showcasing a strong defensive performance, allowing two goals or less in eight of their last nine games since March 10. Zachary Werenski leads the Blue Jackets with an impressive 77 points in 65 games, while rookie sensation Macklin Celebrini has racked up 96 points this season in 70 games.
In contrast, the Sharks have struggled recently, posting a 2-6-2 record in their last ten games. They currently rank 12th in the Western Conference, making this matchup crucial for their playoff aspirations.
In terms of goaltending, Yaroslav Askarov has a save percentage of .888 this season, which will be put to the test against a potent Blue Jackets offense. However, the Sharks will be without key players, including Brendan Smith, who is out for the rest of the regular season due to a knee injury, and Damon Severson, who is week to week with an upper body injury.
As the game approaches, fans are eager to see if the Blue Jackets can maintain their home dominance and if the Sharks can turn their season around. The stakes are high, and both teams will be looking to capitalize on this opportunity to secure valuable points as the season heads into its final stretch.
