Panthers visit the Blue Jackets after Reinhart’s 2-goal game

The Florida Panthers are set to face the Columbus Blue Jackets in Columbus, Ohio. The Panthers, with a record of 2-2-2, recently lost to the Buffalo Sabres despite Sam Reinhart scoring twice. The Blue Jackets, holding a 2-2 record, had a strong home performance last season. Both teams are dealing with injuries, with key players like Aleksander Barkov and Brad Marchand out for the Panthers, and several Blue Jackets players also sidelined. This matchup marks their first meeting of the season, with the Blue Jackets slightly favored to win. The game is expected to be competitive, with both teams looking to improve their standings in their respective divisions. QUESTION: How might the absence of key players due to injuries impact the performance and strategy of both teams in this game?