When R.J. Umberger played for the Columbus Blue Jackets from 2008-14, the NHL was starting to hold outdoor games regularly. The venues included icons: Wrigley Field, Fenway Park, Michigan Stadium, Dodger Stadium, Yankee Stadium and Soldier Field.

Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell feels Columbus fans may comprise up to 95% of expected 90,000-plus attendance against the Red Wings at Ohio Stadium.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are 2-0 since the NHL break, and Tuesday against the Dallas Stars, their offense got going early at Nationwide Arena.