Johansen was playing pretty good minutes for a young player (15:11 AVG) but only registered 2 assists in the Blue Jackets first 10 games and was a -5. He will go down to the AHL for more development.
Simmonds (concussion) sat out the Flyers last game and will not play Tuesday and seems doubtful for Thursday.
Simmonds got hurt yesterday after getting elbowed in the face by Capitals D-man John Erskine. No word on how long he will be out but he won't play tonight. Make sure to get him out of your lineup.
Simmonds took an elbow to the head and was bleeding from the nose yesterday vs. the Capitals. He did not return to the game and sounds like he may not play in today's contest.
After the Blue Jackets cut Tim Erixon and Boone Jenner, it was made apperent that Johansen had made the team. Johansen could be CBJ's #1 center this season which opens the door for him to have solid season. Keep an eye on the 20 year-old.
It appears as if Couturier will not miss any time.
Simmonds returned to the ice with a visor and fresh jersey. The big man just scored his 26th goal of the season, with his face.
Simmonds may be hurt after a puck hit him in the face. Check back for a further update on the Flyers' power forward.
Thompson could be an option to play tonight. Through 63 games, the Alaska native has nine goals and 13 points.
Getting Thompson back on the lineup will take some pressure off the checking-line players. Through 63 games, the Alaska native has nine goals and 13 points.
Getting Thompson back on the ice is good news. Through 63 games, the Alaska native has nine goals and 13 points.
Expect Thompson to miss another contest. Through 63 games, the Alaska native has nine goals and 13 points.
Sounds like Ellis is the healthy scratch tonight. He scored three goals and 10 points in 28 games.
Expect Thompson to miss another contest. Through 63 games, the Alaska native has nine goals and 13 points.
Johansen sticking in the lineup is a good sign for the rookie. Through 55 games, he has nine goals and 18 points.
Thompson was injured during last night's loss and likely misses a few games. Through 63 games, he has nine goals and 13 points.
Johansen finally gets back into the lineup. Through 51 games, he scored nine goals and 17 points.
Sounds like Ellis should get back into the lineup shortly. The rookie has three goals and nine points in 22 games.
Johansen is a healthy scratch for tonight's game. Through 51 games, he scored nine goals and 17 points.
The rookie has been given a vote of confidence for the rest of the season. He has three goals and nine points in 22 games.
