"It definitely feels weird to be back," Dubois said after the Jets' practice this morning. "Coming in on the bus and walking in front of the (Blue Jackets' dressing) room, the first instinct is to go through the door, then you keep walking.
"It's good to be back. I saw some of the guys, saw them skate a bit before practice, talked to a few of them. I've said this before, I have great memories of being here. It's definitely special being back."
On the other side, Roslovic is happy in general to be back in his Columbus home playing with the Blue Jackets, and he made it pretty clear he's looking forward to playing against his former teammates tonight.
"I was talking to (Jared Boll) about it, just the excitement, the energy around it, it's fun to go out and play against guys you grew up playing with in your pro career," Roslovic said. "It's nice to see them all, and it'll be a fun game."
In addition, Winnipeg forward Riley Nash spent two and a half seasons with the Blue Jackets before being traded to Toronto at the deadline last year, adding another welcome back to the night.
For fans attending, the Blue Jackets are partnering with The Salvation Army to raise money during the Army's annual Red Kettle campaign. Fans who wish to donate can locate the Red Kettle Ringers on the Front Street and McConnell Plazas before doors open and through the first period.
