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New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The New Jersey Devils (13-6-0) visit the Columbus Blue Jackets (7-9-0) on Friday, February 26, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH. TV: MSG2, CBJNHL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Columbus Blue Jackets vs New Jersey Devils.

NHLFriday, February 26, 2027
7:00 PM ETFeb 26, 2027
DateFeb 26, 2027
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueNationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
TVMSG2, CBJNHL

Team comparison

New Jersey DevilsColumbus Blue Jackets
Goals per game
3.6
2.6
Goals allowed per game
2.9
3.2
13-6-0Record7-9-0
2nd in Metropolitan DivisionStanding7th in Metropolitan Division
5-4Road record / home record6-4
LWWWWLast 5LLWWL
L1StreakL2

Team stats

New Jersey DevilsColumbus Blue Jackets
Goals Against Average
2.90
3.19
Shots Against per Game
24.8
28.1
Penalty Kill Percentage
65.9
73.9
Power Play Goals Against
14
12
Short Handed Goals Against
0
0
Goals For per Game
3.53
2.44
Shots per Game
33.0
26.6
Power Play Goals
11
7
Power Play Percentage
18.0
17.1
Short Handed Goals
2
0
Penalty Minutes
127
140

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

New Jersey Devils
Anthony Mantha RW · Neck
Out
Seamus Casey D · Knee
Injured Reserve
Johnathan Kovacevic D · Undisclosed
Day-To-Day
Columbus Blue Jackets

No injuries listed.

Recent form

Nov 10, 2026 · at Winnipeg JetsL 2-4
Nov 8, 2026 · at Toronto Maple LeafsW 4-0
Nov 7, 2026 · at New York IslandersW 5-4
Nov 5, 2026 · vs St. Louis BluesW 5-4
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Edmonton OilersW 4-3
Nov 10, 2026 · vs Florida PanthersL 1-4
Nov 6, 2026 · at Buffalo SabresL 2-5
Nov 5, 2026 · vs Dallas StarsW 2-1
Nov 3, 2026 · vs Colorado AvalancheW 7-2
Oct 31, 2026 · at Dallas StarsL 1-3

Season series

Series starts 11/23
Feb 26, 2027NJ 0, CBJ 0
Jan 7, 2027CBJ 0, NJ 0
Nov 25, 2026NJ 0, CBJ 0
Nov 23, 2026CBJ 0, NJ 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

The game is on Friday, February 26, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

How can I watch New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

TV: MSG2, CBJNHL.

What are the records of the New Jersey Devils and Columbus Blue Jackets?

New Jersey Devils: 13-6-0. Columbus Blue Jackets: 7-9-0.

Who is injured for New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets?

Listed out or doubtful: New Jersey Devils: Anthony Mantha, Seamus Casey. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is New Jersey Devils vs Columbus Blue Jackets played?

Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH.

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