Rick Bowness, the head coach of the Blue Jackets, criticised his own team following a 2-1 loss to the Capitals in the season finale, stating that they don't care about losing. He also warned that if he returns next season, he would make significant changes to the team's culture. The game had no significance as neither the Capitals nor the Blue Jacket were eliminated from playoff contention. The Blue Jackets ended the regular season with a 40-30-12 record, marking the sixth time they have missed out on the postseason.