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Golden Knights 4, CBJ 2

Jack Eichel scored two goals for his 500th and 501st career points and Vegas maintained playoff position with a 4-2 victory over the struggling Blue Jackets.

Buckeyes cruise past Maine in NCAA opener

Jacy Sheldon had 19 points and three other Ohio State players scored in double figures as the Buckeyes ran away from Maine 80-57 in an opening game of the women’s NCAA Tournament Friday.

Avalanche 6, CBJ 1

Mikko Rantanen had two goals and an assist, Nathan MacKinnon extended his home points streak to 33 games with a third-period score and the Colorado Avalanche routed the Blue Jackets 6-1.

Timberwolves 104, Cavs 91

Mike Conley scored 21 points and fan favorite Naz Reid added 18 points on his beach towel giveaway night, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Cavaliers 104-91.