Blue Jackets to host fan festivities before home playoff games

The Columbus Blue Jackets open their first-round playoff series Wednesday in Pittsburgh against the Penguins.When the series shifts to Columbus, Nationwide will host pre-game parties on the Front Street plaza before games three and four.Fans are invited to enjoy music, beverages and giveaways beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday and 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.The complete schedule for the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals against Pittsburgh can be viewed below.Game 1: Wednesday, April 12 at Pittsburgh - 7:30 p.m.Ga