"Columbus Blue Jackets' 5-on-5 Scoring Reveals Hidden Strength. Last season's offense was often maligned, with the team's average of 3.00 goals per game tied for 18th in the league. However, a closer look at the Blue Jackets' 5-on-5 scoring reveals a more encouraging picture, with the team netting 174 goals in even-strength situations. This stat suggests that Columbus may have been more competitive than their overall numbers indicated, and could bode well for the team's chances in the upcoming season."

On offense last season, it made Columbus appear worse than it was. Its average of 3.00 goals per game was tied for 18th with the Florida Panthers. But at 5-on-5, the Blue Jackets scored 174 goals, ...