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The herd is thinning, and statistical output
likely will play a role in determining who makes
Columbus' opening day roster. |
I've been more than a little snakebit with regards to watching Columbus Blue Jackets preseason hockey. Thus far, I've seen two whopping periods of hockey across six possible games. My first game in person will be on Thursday against (oh boy) Minnesota, but enough hockey has come and gone to start poring through the box scores and do a little statistical comparison-making as we consider what the opening night lineup will look like. Stats surely don't mean everything, especially in training camp when things like chemistry, playing style, maturity and other intangibles come into the decision-making mix...but overlooking statistical performance is never wise.
So here you go...the story thus far for what I consider the Blue Jackets' forwards who are sitting on the roster bubble:
Note that in addition to totals, I've posted game-by-game results for each player as well. Click on the player's last name at the bottom of the spreadsheet to see their numbers.
But what to make of all this?
