Columbus Blue Jackets vs Chicago Blackhawks
On the ice
CBJ shoots leftCHI shoots right 
Shots on goal
| 1st | 2nd | 3rd | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBJ | 14 | 9 | 3 | 26 |
| CHI | 8 | 8 | 8 | 24 |
In net
Elvis Merzlikins22/24 SV, .917
Spencer Knight22/25 SV, .880| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CBJ | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 |
| CHI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Who won: Blue Jackets 4-2
The Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-2 on Friday, January 30, 2026 at United Center. The Blue Jackets lead the series 1-0. Charlie Coyle led the Blue Jackets in goals (3). Connor Bedard led the Blackhawks in goals (1).
Team stats
CBJCHI 13Blocked Shots15
16Hits13
6Takeaways3
26Shots24
1Power Play Goals0
3Power Play Opportunities2
33.3Power Play Percentage0.0
0Short Handed Goals0
0Shootout Goals0
36Faceoffs Won24
60.0Faceoff Win Percent40.0
12Giveaways17
2Total Penalties3
4Penalty Minutes6