Columbus Blue Jackets head coach Dean Evason clarified comments he made post-game regarding goalie Jet Greaves, asserting that he and GM Don Waddell are fully aligned in their strategies. Greaves, who recently shone with a stellar performance against the Buffalo Sabres, has been a topic of discussion as his AHL success has raised questions about his earlier call-up.

Evason insisted there’s no friction in their communication, noting he has never asked for a player to be called up that Waddell declined. With the Jackets on the brink of playoff elimination, Evason emphasized that recent decisions were solely based on necessity, particularly due to injuries to starter Elvis Merzlikins.

Owen Tippett led the Philadelphia Flyers to a thrilling 5-4 overtime victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets, scoring the game-winning goal and contributing three assists for a total of four points.

Tyson Foerster praised Tippett's performance, highlighting the team's confidence even when trailing. Morgan Frost also shone with two goals, while Samuel Ersson made 21 saves to secure the win. The Blue Jackets' coach noted that fatigue played a role in their defeat.

The NHL coaching landscape is shifting rapidly, with only four coaches remaining since before the pandemic. In-season changes have occurred in Boston, St. Louis, and Chicago, while eight teams hired new coaches last summer.

Scott Arniel has revitalized the Winnipeg Jets, and Sheldon Keefe has led the New Jersey Devils to a strong start. Other coaches like Ryan Warsofsky and Dean Evason are also making strides, while Lindy Ruff faces challenges with the Buffalo Sabres.

Zach Hyman made an impactful return from injury, scoring two goals in the Edmonton Oilers' 6-3 win over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Hyman expressed his relief at being back on the ice and contributing to the team's success.

Connor McDavid had a stellar performance with four assists, marking his 40th career four-point night. The Oilers' coach emphasized Hyman's importance to the team's scoring potential, while Leon Draisaitl also shone with two goals, tying for the league lead.

In his return from injury, Edmonton Oilers forward Zach Hyman made an immediate impact by scoring two goals in a 6-3 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets. Hyman expressed his joy at being back and contributing to the team's success.

Despite a slow start to the season, Hyman's performance, along with Connor McDavid's four assists, helped the Oilers secure their fourth win in five games. Coach Kris Knoblauch emphasized the importance of having a healthy Hyman for the team's success.