Watch the schedule dynamics here, with the Canucks home from a long road trip and the Blue Jackets off of a 6-3 loss last night at Edmonton. In the case of Columbus, however, note that top goalie Elvis Merzlikins rested last night in anticipation of this game, and the Elvis presence has meant something lately, as the Jackets have won in six of his last eight starts. After winning five of six, Columbus has now lost two in a row, but the offense at least stirred last night as the Jackets fought back valiantly (albeit to no avail) after trailing 4-1. First nights back home from long road trips are often difficult, and the Canucks haven't played at home in more than two weeks. After their last lengthy road swing, they lost when coming back to Rogers Arena when the Oilers romped 7-3 on November 9. Play Blue Jackets on Puck Line