Blue Jackets Rally Past Utah, Win 3-2 in OT

In a thrilling overtime matchup, the Columbus Blue Jackets overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat the Utah Hockey Club 3-2 in Salt Lake City. Zach Werenski scored the game-winner just 1:01 into overtime, capitalizing on a breakaway after a steal from Utah's Barrett Hayton. The Blue Jackets had struggled early, trailing 2-0 after goals from Nick Schmaltz and Alexander Kerfoot, but rallied back with third-period goals from Kirill Marchenko and Kent Johnson. This victory marks Columbus's third consecutive win in overtime, pushing them into a playoff position in the Eastern Conference. Utah's struggles continue, having lost four straight games despite holding leads in several recent contests. The game showcased Daniil Tarasov's strong performance in goal, with 31 saves contributing to the Blue Jackets' comeback.