Considering how the Metropolitan Division was looking at the beginning of this season, the Columbus Blue Jackets have done a nice job not being in the absolute basement. They currently sit ninth in the Eastern Conference, which normally means competition for a playoff spot. But Columbus is actively 13 points out of the last spot with just one game in hand. They are this close because of a hot streak as of late, led by Patrik Laine. Laine has 43 points in 41 games this season, with 17 goals in his last 19 games. This run probably keeps Laine in Columbus for the season. However, that cannot be g…