Jackets Grind Back, Eye Playoffs

Columbus hits the ice for practice with fire in their eyes, shaking off the Olympic layoff to chase that elusive playoff spot they've haunted for years. The Blue Jackets rally around a roster that's battled injuries and inconsistency, but now they lock in on the metrics that matter - possession, shots, and sheer will. A hot streak here could vault them into buyer territory before the deadline chaos erupts.