Canadiens vs Blue Jackets game thread

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In spite of some inspired play in the last half of the season, Columbus is still on the brink of missing the playoffs, sitting in the final wild card spot in the Eastern Conference, tied with Washington at 76 points. Columbus does have two games in hand on the Caps, but they also have Detroit right behind them at 75 points, and no games in hand on them. The Jackets are in a do or die situation until the end of the season, so expect them to come out on fire tonight.

The Habs meanwhile, are jockeying for home ice in what looks like a more and more likely first round matchup against Tampa Bay. Every point matters for them as well, and the opportunity to regain home ice while playing spoiler is something they should relish.

Puck drop is at 7:30 PM EST.

Scratches: Douglas Murray, Rene Bourque, George Parros

Injuries: Michael Bournival (concussion, day-to-day), Josh Gorges (fractured hand, 1 week), Brandon Prust (upper body, undisclosed)

As for Columbus:

Check out the opposing side at The Cannon.