Here are the key storylines surrounding the Columbus Blue Jackets and their upcoming schedule for the week of March 22-29, 2026.
A Historic 12-Game Point Streak
The Blue Jackets are absolutely rolling. Following a decisive 5-2 victory over the Seattle Kraken yesterday (March 21), Columbus extended its point streak to 12 games. This ties the third-longest point streak in franchise history and ties their all-time record for the longest home point streak.
The “Bowness Effect”
The turnaround this season has been staggering. Since head coach Rick Bowness took the reins in mid-January, the team has gone on an incredible 18-2-4 run.
They currently sit firmly in third place in the Metropolitan Division (37-21-11, 85 points) and are looking like a dangerous playoff contender.
Defense Setting Franchise Records
The blue line is generating unprecedented offense. During Saturday’s win, Damon Severson scored a goal that marked the 52nd goal by a Blue Jackets defenseman this season — setting a brand new franchise record for blueliner production.
Mason Marchment’s Seamless Fit
Acquired from the Seattle Kraken back in December by general manager (GM) Don Waddell, Marchment has found a phenomenal rhythm on the top line alongside Adam Fantilli and Kirill Marchenko. A change of scenery has done wonders, as he has already tallied 12 goals and 21 points in 27 games since arriving in Columbus.
Blue Jackets Upcoming Schedule
The Jackets are looking at a grueling stretch, playing five games in eight days. They kick things off tonight with a crucial three-game road trip — featuring two heavy Metro Division matchups against the New York Islanders and Philadelphia Flyers — before returning to Nationwide Arena for a weekend back-to-back.
| Date | Opponent | Location | Time (EDT) |
| Sun, March 22 | at New York Islanders | UBS Arena | 7:00 PM |
| Tue, March 24 | at Philadelphia Flyers | Xfinity Mobile Arena | 7:00 PM |
| Thu, March 26 | at Montreal Canadiens | Centre Bell | 7:00 PM |
| Sat, March 28 | vs. San Jose Sharks | Nationwide Arena | 5:00 PM |
| Sun, March 29 | vs. Boston Bruins | Nationwide Arena | 5:00 PM |
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