Carolina Hurricanes at Columbus Blue Jackets – Where to Watch, Stream Info, TV Channel, and Live Updates (March 17, 2026)

The Carolina Hurricanes, boasting a record of 42-18-6, currently sit atop their division and are riding a one-game winning streak. They have demonstrated strong performance this season, particularly in conference play with a record of 24-9-3. Leading the team in points is Sebastian Aho, who has accumulated 68 points through 24 goals and 44 assists.

On the other hand, the Columbus Blue Jackets hold a record of 34-21-11 and are positioned fourth in their division. They also enter this matchup with a one-game winning streak. Zach Werenski leads the Blue Jackets with 68 points, showcasing his dual threat as both the goals and assists leader. This game promises to be a competitive clash between two teams in solid form.

Carolina Hurricanes at Columbus Blue Jackets Game Information

Game Date: March 17, 2026
Game Time: 07:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Ohio 2
Location: Nationwide Arena, Columbus, OH
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)

Columbus Blue Jackets Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 34-21-11
Conference Record: 19-10-8
Division Record: 8-7-4
Streak: 1 win

Carolina Hurricanes Team Statistics and Rankings

Win-Loss Record: 42-18-6
Conference Record: 24-9-3
Division Record: 13-3-1
Streak: 1 win

Stat Leaders

Columbus Blue Jackets (34-21-11, #4 in division)

Goals Leader: Kirill Marchenko, 25G, 32A, 57 PTS
Assists Leader: Zach Werenski, 20G, 48A, 68 PTS
Points Leader: Zach Werenski, 20G, 48A, 68 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Mathieu Olivier, 89 PIM
Goalie: Jet Greaves, 21-12-8, 2.64 GAA, 0.0 SV%

Carolina Hurricanes (42-18-6, #1 in division)

Goals Leader: Seth Jarvis, 28G, 25A, 53 PTS
Assists Leader: Sebastian Aho, 24G, 44A, 68 PTS
Points Leader: Sebastian Aho, 24G, 44A, 68 PTS
Penalty Minutes Leader: Sean Walker, 53 PIM
Goalie: Pyotr Kochetkov, 6-2-0, 2.33 GAA, 0.0 SV%

Columbus Blue Jackets Injury Report

Brendan Smith – Knee (Out) – The Columbus Blue Jackets said on Thursday (Jan. 8) that Smith underwent successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his knee and is expected to make a full recovery in 3-4 months.
Erik Gudbranson – Upper-body (Day To Day) – Gudbranson will be a game-time decision versus Carolina on Tuesday (Mar. 17), as per Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets’ official site.

Carolina Hurricanes Injury Report

Shayne Gostisbehere – Lower Body (Out) – Gostisbehere won’t play against Columbus on Tuesday (Mar. 17), as per Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes’ official site.
Pyotr Kochetkov – Hip (Out) – The Carolina Hurricanes said on Friday (Mar. 6) that Kochetkov might be available in time for the playoffs, according to Ryan Henkel of The Hockey News.
Andrei Svechnikov – Undisclosed (Day To Day) – Svechnikov didn’t participate in Monday’s (Mar. 16) practice session due to an undisclosed issue, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes’ official site.

Columbus Blue Jackets Upcoming 2025 Schedule

March 17, 2026 vs Carolina Hurricanes
March 19, 2026 vs New York Rangers
March 21, 2026 vs Seattle Kraken
March 22, 2026 at New York Islanders
March 24, 2026 at Philadelphia Flyers
March 26, 2026 at Montreal Canadiens
March 28, 2026 vs San Jose Sharks
March 29, 2026 vs Boston Bruins
March 31, 2026 vs Carolina Hurricanes
April 02, 2026 at Carolina Hurricanes

Carolina Hurricanes Upcoming 2025 Schedule

March 17, 2026 at Columbus Blue Jackets
March 18, 2026 vs Pittsburgh Penguins
March 20, 2026 at Toronto Maple Leafs
March 22, 2026 at Pittsburgh Penguins
March 24, 2026 at Montreal Canadiens
March 28, 2026 vs New Jersey Devils
March 29, 2026 vs Montreal Canadiens
March 31, 2026 at Columbus Blue Jackets
April 02, 2026 vs Columbus Blue Jackets
April 04, 2026 vs New York Islanders