NHL Hockey: Blue Jackets try to extend winning streak.

Sports Network, The, February, 2003

Feb 15, 2003 (The Sports Network via COMTEX)

Columbus, OH (Sports Network) - The Columbus Blue Jackets put their sights on their third consecutive victory this evening when the Chicago Blackhawks enter the Nationwide Arena for a Central Division battle.

Columbus has strung together consecutive wins, including Thursday's 2-1 overtime victory over the Montreal Canadiens. Jaroslav Spacek scored a power- play goal just 28 seconds into overtime to lift the Blue Jackets past Montreal. Spacek also added an assist for the Blue Jackets in the winning effort.

The Blue Jackets started the extra session on the man advantage after Yanic Perreault took an obstruction penalty late in the third period. Andrew Cassels ripped a shot from the left circle and...

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