Jackman, 35, appeared in 876 career NHL regular season games and another 53 postseason games during his 14-year career. Jackman spent his first 13 seasons with the Blues before playing last year in Nashville. He picked up a career 186 points (29G / 157A) over his career.
Jackman missed Tuesday’s game vs. Tampa Bay, but he will get back into the lineup tonight vs. the Ducks. Jackman has no points and a plus-3 rating in five games this season.
Jackman missed Tuesday’s game vs. the Lightning with an upper-body injury, but he was a regular participant in Wednesday’s practice which means that he could be back in the lineup on Thursday.
Drazenovic, 27, played the majority of the 2013-14 regular-season with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton (AHL). He also suited up for one regular-season game with Pittsburgh. The 6-foot, 192-pound Drazenovic finished the regular season ranked second on WBS in both assists (29) and points (42). He added four points (1G-3A) in nine AHL playoff games.
Jackman's injury is not believed to be serious, but will keep him out of the lineup tonight. With Jordan Leopold returning after an 18-game absence, the Blues are likely playing it safe with their rugged defenseman. He could be back by Saturday.
Drazenovic played 10:18 and was a minus-1 with three shots on goal in his Penguins debut on Wednesday.
Drazenovic, 26, currently places fifth on WBS with 20 points (7G / 13A) in 26 games this season. Last season the 6-foot, 192-pound Drazenovic split the campaign between the Columbus Blue Jackets and their top minor-league affiliate, the Springfield Falcons of the AHL. Drazenovic spent the majority of the ’12-13 season with Springfield, establishing career highs in assists (36) and points (53) in 62 regular-season games. His 53 points ranked second on the team and 17th in the AHL.
Jackman hasn't recorded a point in nine games, so he is not fantasy relevant.
Anisimov's return tonight allows for the Drazenovic to be returned to Springfield.
Jackman should play tonight, forcing rookie Cade Fairchild out of the lineup. He has six assists in 42 games.
The Blues still have not decided whether they will use Jackman tomorrow night against the Wild. Although he does not fill the net, his crease-clearing presence certainly makes a difference in keeping pucks out of the net.
No longer a young-stud defenseman, Jackman will turn to a mentorship role as the longest tenured member of the Blues. Last season the savvy veteran posted 13 assists in 60 games as he battled through injuries. His guidance on the ice will help Carlo Colaiacovo, Kevin Shattenkirk and Alex Pietrangelo but not your fantasy hockey team.
No fantasy hockey value while on waivers.
