NHL action on Friday features a matchup in Chicago, Illinois between the Columbus Blue Jackets (25-20-7) and Chicago Blackhawks (21-24-9) at United Center, starting at 8:30 p.m. ET on NHL Network. The Blue Jackets rank 11th in the Eastern Conference with 57 points and the Blackhawks are 12th in the Western Conference with 51 points.

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Blue Jackets vs. Blackhawks: Jan. 30 Viewing Options

Date: Friday, January 30, 2026
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
How to watch on TV: NHL Network
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Venue: United Center
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Blue Jackets’ 2025-26 Stats

Blackhawks’ 2025-26 Stats

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Blue Jackets vs. Blackhawks Top Players

Blue Jackets

Zachary Werenski has been imperative to Columbus’ offense this season, racking up 57 points in 48 games.
Kirill Marchenko is another of Columbus’ important contributors currently with 44 total points (19 goals and 25 assists) to his name.
Through 52 games, Charlie Coyle has proven himself as another option for Columbus. He has 35 points (12 goals and 23 assists).
Across 35 games played, Jet Greaves has a goaltending record of 16-12-6. During those games, he’s allowed 93 goals while recording 916 saves.
Blackhawks

Connor Bedard’s 21 goals and 28 assists in 41 games for Chicago add up to 49 total points on the season.
Tyler Bertuzzi is a key piece of the offense for Chicago with 39 total points this season. He has scored 25 goals and added 14 assists in 51 games.
Andre Burakovsky has posted 10 goals on the season, chipping in 20 assists.
Spencer Knight is 15-14-7 on the season, giving up 93 goals (2.6 goals against average) and compiling 941 saves with a .910 save percentage (12th in the league).
Blue Jackets vs. Blackhawks Injury Report

Blue Jackets

Brendan Smith: Out (Leg)

Blackhawks

Shea Weber: Out For Season (Ankle)

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