Philipp Grubauer returns to net for the Kraken, but defensive breakdowns prove costly for the much-maligned goalie in a 6-4 loss to the Ducks on Tuesday night.

This is a team coming out of its rebuild and into its build phase. It has the potential to contend as it matures and as the roster is further tweaked.

Despite losing Laine and Gaudreau as top scorers, the fast-rising Blue Jackets have impressed GM Don Waddell with a offensive firepower.

The Hurricanes turned up their intensity, pressured the Blue Jackets into numerous mistakes and pinned the puck inside the Columbus zone while peppering Tarasov with a 24-3 advantage in shots.