Dispatch Family Value Pack: Blue Jackets vs. Red Wings

An NHL matchup brings the Columbus Blue Jackets and the Detroit Red Wings together at Nationwide Arena in downtown Columbus. The home team has been part of the league since its expansion days, and the franchise name is a nod to Ohio's Civil War history. Expect a fast, physical professional hockey game between two NHL clubs with a shared playoff history.

Columbus hockey has deep local roots: the Blue Jackets followed the city's earlier minor-league team, and their arena opened alongside the franchise. For visitors, a game here offers a straightforward taste of the city's sports culture in the heart of downtown.