Blue Jackets vs Senators Game Delayed Due to Travel Issues
The Blue Jackets’ game against the Senators in Ottawa has been delayed due to travel issues. Originally scheduled to start earlier, the new game time is now set for 7:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT. The team announced this change following a mechanical failure with their aircraft.
Details of the Travel Delay
The Blue Jackets were scheduled to leave for Ottawa at 1:45 p.m. ET. However, the mechanical issues forced them to remain grounded. The flight duration is approximately one hour, meaning the team would have landed around 3 p.m. ET. Given the circumstances, their expected arrival at the Canadian Tire Centre would have been around 4 p.m. ET.
Conditions and Reporting
Although travel delays were not caused by weather, conditions were reported as suboptimal in both Columbus and Ottawa. Aaron Portzline of The Athletic provided updates on the situation, stating that the NHL Players’ Association (NHLPA) has been informed regarding the travel complications.
NHL Guidelines on Team Arrivals
The NHL does not enforce strict rules on arrival times for teams. Each situation is evaluated based on its specifics. Both the Blue Jackets and Senators have a role in these decisions.
Recent Matchup History
- The last encounter between the Blue Jackets and Senators was on December 11.
- The Senators emerged victorious with a 6-3 win in that game held in Columbus.
As the game approaches, fans will be eager to see if the Blue Jackets can overcome these travel setbacks and perform well in Ottawa.
