Merzlikins' Shutout Leads Blue Jackets to Victory Over Islanders

Columbus secures a 2-0 win against New York, marking their first consecutive victories this season.

Elvis Merzlikins made 28 saves, achieving his first shutout of the season and the 11th of his NHL career.
Damon Severson scored the opening goal in the third period after his earlier attempt was disallowed for goalie interference.
The Blue Jackets have now earned seven out of a possible eight points in their last four games, improving to a 5-3-1 record.
Columbus capitalized on a scheduling advantage, facing several opponents on the second night of back-to-back games.
Despite a strong defensive effort by the Islanders, they have only one regulation win in their first ten games of the season.