Devils edge Blue Jackets 2-1 with late goals

The New Jersey Devils secured a 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets, with Timo Meier and Jesper Bratt scoring 39 seconds apart in the second period. Goaltender Jake Allen had a standout performance, making a season-high 45 saves. Mathieu Olivier scored for Columbus, breaking a long scoring drought, but it was not enough to prevent the team's fourth consecutive loss. This win marks the Devils' fourth victory in their last five games, solidifying their position in the Metropolitan Division. The Blue Jackets, meanwhile, have slipped out of the Eastern Conference wild card race following their recent struggles. The Devils will host the Calgary Flames next, while the Blue Jackets look to rebound against the Florida Panthers.