The Blue Jackets expect to have captain Nick Foligno back in time for Game 1 on Thursday night at Capital One Arena, which means they've got a lineup decision to make. As they practiced Monday at the OhioHealth Ice Haus, forward Sonny Milano was the odd man out.

John Tortorella confirmed post-practice that Milano would be a healthy scratch for the series opener. This, from Aaron Portzline:

In other lineup news: Markus Nutivaara skated on a regular pairing with Ryan Murray, according to The Athletic's Alison Lukan. He's expected to play in Game 1.

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