Overview

• Zach Werenski tied the franchise record for a defenseman with a four-point game, including two goals.
• Luca Del Bel Belluz scored his first NHL goal in his debut during the season's final game.
• The Blue Jackets finished last in their division despite a seven-point improvement from the previous season.
• Jeff Rimer, a long-time broadcaster for the team, retired after calling the victory.
• The Hurricanes, resting several starters for the playoffs, ended their regular season with a record of 52-23-7.