Overview
- The Columbus Blue Jackets defeated the Philadelphia Flyers 3-0 on Tuesday, extending their win streak to five games.
- Despite the win, Columbus remains one point behind the Montreal Canadiens for the final Eastern Conference wild-card spot.
- The Blue Jackets must win their final game against the New York Islanders in regulation to have a chance at the playoffs.
- Montreal, with 89 points, needs only one point in their final game against the Carolina Hurricanes to secure the playoff spot.
- If the Canadiens lose in regulation on Wednesday, Columbus can clinch the wild-card spot with a regulation win on Thursday.