James Wisniewski News

#CBJ coach Todd Richards: Wisniewski a game-time decision tomorrow vs. #Avs.

Wisniewski just returned from injury but may be still suffering through it. After signing a lucrative free-agent deal this offseason, the offensive defender has four goals and 22 points through 36 games. Check back for a further update on his status.

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#CBJ D James Wisniewski (ankle) is taking every drill in morning skate. No word yet if he's in tonight, but he looks good.

Wisniewski remains an option for tonight's game. Sidelined since December 29th, the offensive defenseman has two goals and 17 points. He probably pairs with Fedor Tyutin if he plays tonight.

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Some good news for battered #CBJ defense corps: Wisniewski (ankle) and Nikitin (knee) are skating and are 1-2 weeks from returning.

Good news on the injury front for Wisniewski. Before getting hurt, the Canton, Michigan native scored two goals and 17 points through 39 games.

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COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Columbus Blue Jackets have placed defenseman James Wisniewski on injured reserve, club Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Scott Howson announced today. Wisniewski suffered an ankle injury in the Blue Jackets’ 4-1 win at Dallas on December 29 and is expected to miss six weeks.

Wisniewski is eligible to come off IR on Thursday but won't likely play until February. By placing him on IR, the Blue Jackets now have an empty roster spot.

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#CBJ D James Wisniewski taking maintenance day today. His mouth was slightly rearranged by the puck in Thursday's SOL in Boston.

Sounds like Wisniewski will draw back in for tomorrow's tilt. He registered five assists over 10 games with a minus-10 rating but four of those assists came in his first four games.

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