Columbus at Tampa Bay

Columbus has had a nice run, 2-1 heading into the break while scoring 12 goals. That includes a 7-5 win at Arizona as a dog. The Blue Jackets make up for their shortage of talent by being physical, fifth in the NHL with an average of 27.3 hits while the Lightning are sixth-worst at 19.5. Columbus held a 36-23 advantage in that category in the first meeting between these teams. Tampa Bay is a big favorite with a weak offense, 23rd in goals per game at 2.5, getting only two goals against Columbus in the only meeting this season. The Lightning come off Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Vancouver. Tampa Bay went one for 10 on the power play, ranking 24th in that department at 16.8 percent. Play Columbus.