Columbus Blue Jackets Eye Victory Against Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena

As the Columbus Blue Jackets prepare to face off against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena, fans are buzzing with anticipation. The upcoming game on April 9th promises to be an electrifying encounter as the Blue Jackets seek to harness their recent momentum and secure another win.

The Blue Jackets have been showcasing a robust performance lately, as evidenced by their last game against the Colorado Avalanche on April 2nd. In that match, they displayed a remarkable offensive prowess by netting four goals from just 25 shots, translating into an impressive shooting percentage of 16 percent. Their defense was equally formidable, with goaltending saving 45 out of 46 shots – a near-perfect save percentage that contributed significantly to their victory.

In contrast, Tampa Bay's recent form has been less consistent. However, they cannot be underestimated given their home advantage and the fact that they always pose a formidable challenge for any visiting team.

One aspect where CBJ might need improvement is in faceoff wins; during their last game against Colorado Avalanche, they won only 44 percent of faceoffs. Improving this statistic could give them better control over the puck and potentially lead to more scoring opportunities.

Special teams will also play a crucial role in this matchup. The Blue Jackets' powerplay unit did not score in two opportunities in their previous game but managed to keep things tight while shorthanded by not conceding any goals during penalties.

The Lightning should be wary of CBJ's ability to capitalize on takeaways and turn them into counter-attacking chances – something they demonstrated effectively against both Colorado Avalanche and Pittsburgh Penguins recently.

For fans looking forward to this clash between Columbus Blue Jackets and Tampa Bay Lightning, mark your calendars for April 9th. The puck drops at Amalie Arena at 7:00 PM ET. You can catch all the action live on ESPN+ for internet streaming or tune into BSOH or BSSUN if you prefer watching it on TV. This is one game you won't want to miss!