The Columbus Blue Jackets fell to the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday, succumbing to a 4-0 defeat at Ball Arena. The story of the game was Trent Miner, who recorded his first NHL win and shutout, turning away all 29 shots he faced. The Avalanche extended their home winning streak to 17 games.

The Blue Jackets, seeking to snap a three-game losing streak, faced a tough challenge against an Avalanche team that had yet to lose in regulation on home ice this season. Elvis Merzlikins made his first start in goal for Columbus since before the Christmas break. However, it was the Avalanche's depth players who shone, supporting their team to victory.

Brent Burns led the Avalanche's offense with two goals, while Ilya Solovyov scored his first NHL goal. Victor Olofsson also contributed with a goal and an assist. Gavin Brindley and Parker Kelly each chipped in with two assists.

The Avalanche took a 1-0 lead in the first period when Burns scored from the slot. Olofsson extended the lead to 2-0 with a backhand goal. In the second period, Solovyov scored his first NHL goal, increasing the Avalanche's lead to 3-0. Burns sealed the victory with his second goal of the game in the third period.

Miner's performance was the highlight of the game, as he made several key saves to preserve the shutout. He was called up from the AHL with Mackenzie Blackwood out due to a lower-body injury. The Avalanche's penalty kill unit was also perfect, going 2-for-2.

For the Blue Jackets, it was another disappointing result in a season of struggles. They have now lost four in a row and have allowed 19 goals during their losing streak. Merzlikins stopped 27 shots in the game.

The Avalanche improved to 33-4-7 with the win and are one victory away from matching their longest home win streak in franchise history. The Blue Jackets fell to 1-4-1 in their last six games and continue their road trip.

Looking ahead, the Avalanche will host the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday. The Blue Jackets will face Utah on Sunday.