Columbus Blue Jackets Suffer Heavy Loss to Washington Capitals

The Blue Jackets face a challenging weekend, following a tough defeat by the Winnipeg Jets with another loss to the Capitals.

The Columbus Blue Jackets were overwhelmed by the Washington Capitals, trailing 5-0 after the first period.
The Capitals dominated early, scoring five goals on their first seven shots, highlighting the Blue Jackets' defensive struggles.
Alex Ovechkin's goal moved him closer to Wayne Gretzky's all-time scoring record, marking a significant moment in the game.
The Blue Jackets struggled with fatigue, playing less than 20 hours after their previous game against the Winnipeg Jets.
Columbus's recent lineup changes included the return of Dmitri Voronkov, but they failed to impact the outcome against a rested Capitals team.