Another win for the Columbus Blue Jackets and another big night for Yegor Chinakhov in the NHL Prospects Tournament. Will his hot start lead to a spot on the opening night roster?
Yegor Chinakhov scored in his North American debut as the Columbus Blue Jackets pick up an overtime win in the first game of the NHL Prospects Tournament.
Columbus Blue Jackets fans will be able to get their first look at Yegor Chinakhov and Cole Sillinger starting on Thursday at the NHL Prospect Tournament in Traverse City, MI.
The Columbus Blue Jackets don't lack for NHL players, but their lack of high-end center depth and question marks on the top defense pair could spell trouble.
All eyes will be on Yegor Chinakhov and Cole Sillinger as Columbus takes part in the NHL Prospect Tournament in Traverse City, but there are other Blue Jackets to watch closely.
Sean Kuraly will be an important cog in the Blue Jackets' bottom six. The Dublin, Ohio native is back in Columbus and he's ready to make a difference with his new team.
Nathan Gerbe, who has split time between the AHL's Cleveland Monsters and the Columbus Blue Jackets, is expected to miss four to six months after undergoing hip surgery.
