Blue Jackets Break Losing Streak with 2-1 Victory Over Devils

Goalkeeper Elvis Merzlikins' 40 saves crucial in ending the Blue Jackets' road woes, while the Devils fall below .500 in points percentage.

Elvis Merzlikins made 40 saves, including 22 in the third period, helping the Columbus Blue Jackets secure a 2-1 victory over the New Jersey Devils.
Boone Jenner and Eric Robinson scored first-period goals for the Blue Jackets, marking their second consecutive win after a nine-game losing streak.
Alexander Holtz scored for the Devils, who have now lost their third game in a row and the sixth in their last seven games.
The Blue Jackets ended an eight-game road losing streak with this victory, their first road win since beating Minnesota on October 22.
The Devils have dropped under .500 in points percentage for the first time this season, standing at 8-9-1.