COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Blue Jackets had an eventful week, with the NHL making a site visit to Ohio State to scout potential locations for an outdoor game. The NHL has expressed interest in hosting a Stadium Series game at Ohio Stadium, but there are some logistical challenges to overcome. Ohio Stadium typically shuts off its running water after the final home football game of the season, and it would require significant winterization to host an outdoor game in the dead of winter. However, Ohio State has made some upgrades to the stadium’s heating system, which has piqued the NHL’s interest.
Former Blue Jackets coach Brad Larsen, who was fired after last season, has been enjoying a break from professional hockey. He’s been able to spend more time with his family and has found the time off to be refreshing and eye-opening.
In terms of the Blue Jackets’ performance, there are concerns about their struggling power play and overall record. However, the NHL’s VP of creative development, Steve Mayer, emphasized that outdoor games are now about spreading the wealth to all franchises, not just large-market teams. Additionally, the Blue Jackets are preparing for their 100th meeting with the Chicago Blackhawks, a historic milestone for the franchise.
Boone Jenner, the Blue Jackets’ captain, recently broke the franchise record for games played and is making strides towards other franchise records. He continues to be a key player for the team, and the franchise has high hopes for his future contributions.
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