James Wisniewski News

Wisniewski (upper-body) is expected to be activated from IR and in the lineup on Saturday.

Wisniewski missed the last six games with an upper-body injury he suffered against the Wild on December 6. Wisniewski is one of the Blue Jackets top-scorers with two goals and 16 assists in 28 games. Saturday will be a good day for Columbus who will also get forward Marian Gaborik back from a knee injury.

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Wisniewski (upper-body) will not play tonight.

Wisniewski will miss his fifth consecutive game despite taking part in the morning skate. He is expected to play sometime this week, so monitor his status on Thursday when the Blue Jackets are in Philadelphia.

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Wisniewski (upper-body) took part in the Blue Jackets' morning skate.

Wisniewski has missed the last four games but could return tonight against the Jets. He has been great to-date recording two goals and 18 points, which is third on the team in scoring. Expect David Savard to come out of the lineup if Wiz can go.

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James Wisniewski having tests today for undisclosed upper-body injury.

Wisniewski suffered the injury in last night's tilt with the Wild. Wiz had a strong game, he played 18:37 and was a plus-3 with one shot. He has two goals and 16 assists in 28 games, but could be in danger of missing time. The Blue Jackets are off until Monday, so expect an update on his status later today or Sunday.

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Wisniewski (illness) is doubtful tonight.

Wisniewski will be a game-time decision but it sounds like he will not play and Tim Erixon will enter the lineup. Wiz has been strong for the Jackets this season, posting two goals and 16 points which has him tied for sixth amongst NHL defenseman through 22 games.

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Richards said #CBJ D James Wisniewski is close, and "may be ready to go tomorrow." Said he skated today & they'll decide at game time.

Wisniewski hasn't played since mid-February with a broken right foot. He had three goals and six assists in 15 games prior to getting inured. This would be a good addition to a Columbus team who has played very well in March.

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#CBJ defenseman James Wisniewski out with broken foot.

All that was said about how long Wisniewski will be out was "long-term". This is another tough break for the Blue Jackets who continue to lose key players to injury. He joins Dubinsky, Anisimov and Jack Johnson on the IR. Wisniewski's fantasy season is likely over.

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#CBJ D James Wisniewski definitely out tonight vs. #LAKings. Probably safe to call him questionable for Saturday vs. #Coyotes.

Wisniewski is at home with his wife for the birth of his child and will not play tonight and may miss tomorrow as well. Adrian Aucoin will come off of IR and replace Wisniewski.

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#CBJ defenseman James Wisniewski discarded yesterday's red jersey for a regular one so he could very well be back for 2morrow's game vs #edm

Wisniewski has had a strong start to the season so this is positive news for the Blue Jackets as he'll only have missed 2 contests if he returns tomorrow. Keep an eye on him before puck drop tomorrow (6 P.M. EST)

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#CBJ coach Todd Richards said James Wisniewski has a concussion.

Wisniewski fell awkwardly into the boards last night and suffered a concussion. Wisniewski has been off to a solid start this season with 2 G and 3 A in 9 games, the only problem is his +/- playing on Columbus. No timetable has been set for his return, monitor his status as concussions are tricky.

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Blue Jackets defenseman James Wisniewski practiced with the team without limitations today and will return to the lineup against Phoenix on Tuesday after missing seven games because of a head injury.

Wisniewski gets back into the lineup and should play big minutes tonight. The offensive defenseman scored five goals and 24 points in 45 games.

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#CBJ D James Wisniewski is progressing, Richards said. He felt better today when he came in, but other than that, no update.

Wisniewski is suffering from concussion-like symptoms and probably won't play this week. The offensive d-man has five goals and 24 points through 45 games.

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#CBJ morning skate under way at Nationwide. James Wisniewski and Curtis Sanford are not participating.

Wisniewski is suffering from concussion-like symptoms and won't play tonight. The offensive d-man has five goals and 24 points through 45 games.

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#CBJ D James Wisniewski playing with pulled glute but improving. Groin/glute injuries caused by change in skating style after ankle break.

Sounds like this will be a nagging injury until the season ends. The offensive defender has four goals and 22 points in 38 games.

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