One of the Blue Jackets' biggest unresolved issues thus far is having veterans break from the Jackets' simplistic identity while trying to force plays in bad spots. It often leads to turnovers, scoring chances and goals allowed, which the Blue Jackets’ staff now has new examples to show in their next video session.

Lucas Condotta made it 3-1 at 11:04 of the third period when he snapped a one-timer from the inside edge of the left face-off circle on a pass from Armia. It was his first goal in five games since he was recalled from Laval of the American Hockey League on Nov. 6.

When the Montreal Canadiens play the Columbus Blue Jackets at Bell Centre on Saturday (beginning at 7:00 PM ET), Nicholas Suzuki and Kirill Marchenko should be two of the top players to keep an eye on. See below to read more about Canadiens vs. Blue Jackets leaders, insights, and a predicted winner.

Columbus’ defensive metrics are heading south in a hurry, and they’re in the latter half of a back-to-back against a rested Habs team. The Blue Jackets are most vulnerable giving up shots to wingers, as only six teams have conceded more over the past 10 games.

The Montreal Canadiens and Columbus Blue Jackets have no lengthy history; the latter only joined the NHL in 2001, and the two clubs have never met in the playoffs.However, after 41 meetings, the Canadiens have found the Blue Jackets to be a tough competitor,

Warsofsky states Sharks still learning ‘how to win' in young NHL season Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky speaks with the media following San Jose's 2-1 overtime win over the Columbus