Blue Jackets' latest injury happened when forward Kent Johnson fell over teammate James van Riemsdyk in second period against Buffalo Sabres.

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The Columbus Blue Jackets are home for the second game in a row in what should be a more traditional home opener.

COLUMBUS – Tage Thompson emphasized the need for the Sabres to turn the page following an overtime loss in Pittsburgh on Wednesday. They have an opportunity to bounce back tonight against the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena.

The Buffalo Sabres come into Columbus after having played a wild 6-5 overtime loss in Pittsburgh last night. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen was in the net and gave up 6 goals, so Devon Levi should get the start for Buffalo.