The Lightning scored on their first two shots of the game in a 6-2 defeat over the Blue Jackets, who returned to reality on Tuesday.

Expert recap and game analysis of the Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Columbus Blue Jackets NHL game from March 4, 2025 on ESPN.

The good vibes from the Blue Jackets' outdoor victory Saturday at Ohio Stadium didn't carry into the start of a daunting road trip in Tampa, Florida. The Tampa Bay Lightning brought the Blue Jackets crashing back to earth despite two more goals for Zach Werenski,

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning play for the final time this season tonight at Amalie Arena.

Welcome back to NHL Predictions, where we analyze matchups, drop some stats, and attempt to predict the future with a goalie’s confidence in a shootout.

The Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning play for the third and final time of the season tonight. Columbus is 1-1 vs. the Lightning this season.

Chinakhov skated at left wing on the second line with captain Boone Jenner at center and Kent Johnson on the right. Their secondary numbers together weren’t terrible, but Chinakhov needs to shake off some rust after missing 39 games with a back issue.

Prediction for the NHL match which will take place on March 5. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

The Columbus Blue Jackets and New York Rangers will become well-acquainted with each other over the next week, and how those games unfold eventually could determine which Metropolitan Division team reaches the postseason.