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Rookie Shutout Dents Blue Jackets' Playoff Hopes
10 Apr
Summary
- Colten Ellis achieved his first NHL career shutout with 37 saves.
- Buffalo's win tightened their grip on the Atlantic Division lead.
- Columbus' playoff chances significantly diminished after the loss.
Rookie goaltender Colten Ellis delivered a stellar performance on Thursday night, stopping 37 shots for his first NHL career shutout. The Buffalo Sabres defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-0, significantly hindering the Blue Jackets' playoff prospects.
With this victory, the Sabres reached 49 wins for only the fourth time in team history, maintaining their lead in the Atlantic Division. Ellis, improving his record to 8-4-1, secured the start due to an injury to Alex Lyon.
The Blue Jackets struggled to build momentum from their previous game, extending their winless streak. Facing a tight Eastern Conference race, Columbus has only two games left, with their playoff path appearing increasingly challenging.
