Columbus Blue Jackets coach Todd Richards wanted a fast start this time, and his team delivered. "Everyone's been talking about us getting off to slow starts," Richards said. "That's one thing we're trying to guard against. We want to get off on the right foot here." Columbus started 2-5 and 2-5-1 the past two seasons, but showed no signs of rust as it dominated the Buffalo Sabres in a comprehensive 3-1 win to open the season Thursday night. Read more http://scores.espn.go.com/nhl/recap?gameId=400563800