Boqvist sustained an upper-body injury and won't return to Thursday's game versus the Senators, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist was hurt on a hit in the first period and ruled out prior to the first intermission, which is not encouraging. The 23-year-old defenseman has already missed significant time with upper body and shoulder injuries this season and in his career. The Blue Jackets' next game is Saturday versus the Sharks, but it's safe to assume the team won't rush Boqvist back given its poor position in the standings.

Boqvist recorded an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist was scratched for Thursday's game versus the Hurricanes, but he was back in the lineup Saturday. The defenseman chipped in a helper against his former team with the secondary assist on Cole Sillinger's second-period tally. Boqvist has produced limited offense this season, posting nine points, 35 shots on net, 38 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating over 29 appearances, though he's also missed large chunks of the campaign with shoulder and upper-body injuries.

Boqvist scored a goal in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist's second-period tally got the Blue Jackets on the board, but that was all Cam Talbot would give up. The 23-year-old Boqvist snapped a six-game point drought with the goal, his first of the season. He's up to eight points, 30 shots on net, 32 blocked shots and a minus-6 rating through 24 appearances in another injury-riddled campaign. While he often sees first-pairing minutes at even strength, his point production is too low to have much utility in fantasy.

Boqvist (upper body) was activated from injured reserve on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist, who missed the past three games, is expected to line up alongside Zach Werenski on the first pairing against Tampa Bay on Saturday. The 23-year-old Boqvist has seven assists and 27 blocked shots in 20 games this season. He should also see some power-play time on the second unit.

Boqvist (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist was hit by a puck when he was on the bench in Thursday's 5-2 win over Calgary. He won't be eligible to return until at least Feb. 10 against Tampa Bay. Boqvist has seven assists, 23 shots on goal and 27 blocked shots in 20 outings this season. Andrew Peeke or Nick Blankenburg, who was recalled from AHL Cleveland in a corresponding move, could see playing time in Boqvist's absence over the next three contests.

Boqvist (upper body) didn't return to Thursday's game after he was struck by a puck while sitting on the bench, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist was bleeding after getting struck. He saw 16:36 of ice time in a top-pairing role Thursday, adding three shots on net and a plus-1 rating. He should be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game in Vancouver.

Boqvist (illness) will play Tuesday against Edmonton, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist missed practice Monday due to an illness, but he's evidently feeling well enough to suit up versus the Oilers. Look for him to skate on the top line and first power-play unit Tuesday.

Boqvist (illness) was not able to participate in practice Monday, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Boqvist still could be available to play Tuesday versus Edmonton. He has compiled seven assists, 20 shots on goal and 26 blocked shots in 18 outings this season. If Boqvist can't play Tuesday, David Jiricek will probably fill in on the blue line.

Boqvist picked up two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Seeing his first action in a month after missing 13 games due to a shoulder injury, Boqvist made an instant impact for the Blue Jackets. The 23-year-old immediately slotted in on the first power-play unit, an assignment he'll likely keep until Zach Werenski (ankle) returns from his own injury. Boqvist is still looking for his first goal of 2023-24, but he has recorded five helpers in 14 contests.

Per Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch, coach Pascal Vincent said Friday that Boqvist (shoulder) is "good to go" for Saturday's game versus Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

The defenseman has been out of action for a month -- he last played versus LA on Dec. 5. Boqvist has three assists in 13 games this season. Boqvist will need to be activated from injured reserve in order to return to action, so look for Jake Christiansen to get sent back to the AHL in a corresponding move.