The Columbus Blue Jackets (2000-07), the same team we thought died in April, turned out they just took a leave of absence. The real Columbus Blue Jackets rose from the dead Tuesday evening as they were playing the Calgary Flames.
An early 5-3 goal by Calgary was enough to take the wind out of their sails. The replacement Blue Jackets (Oct. - Dec. 2007) might have still tried to play on, but that isn't the Columbus Blue Jackets we knew from the spring. Oh no, the old Blue Jackets would have never attempted a comeback. And that is exactly what happened. Kris Russell, once thought to be an offensive threat from the blue line, let numerous pucks go right through his stick and past the blue line leading to rushes by Calgary. Also there was a power play or two the Jackets had where it seemed they never even got the puck in their own offensive zone. Further proof that the once thought dead Columbus Blue Jackets are back and alive.
In all seriousness, this team needed this win. Calgary is a team that has charged ahead of them with their recent play. Coming home after a very tough defeat, this game was one they needed. It is also evident they need to get healthy - and fast to have a chance. Each game they play against a Western Conference foe is going to be the biggest game in franchise history. Luckily, last place Los Angeles comes to town Friday. This is a game the Jackets need to win. This will be just to keep up with the "Jones's" of the conference.
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