McKown scored a goal and added three assists in AHL Cleveland's 6-5 overtime loss to Chicago on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

This was just his second multi-point effort of the season. McKown is up to six goals, 14 points and a minus-6 rating over 37 appearances. Given his mediocre scoring so far, McKown doesn't seem likely to get an NHL look this season.

Columbus waived McKown on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

McKown should clear waivers, and he's expected to be reassigned to AHL Cleveland once he does so. The 23-year-old had 13 goals, 31 points and 34 PIM in 68 regular-season appearances with Cleveland last year.

McKown signed a one-year, two-way contract with Columbus on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

McKown hasn't appeared in an NHL game since he logged 12 outings with the Jackets back in 2022-23. Despite playing entirely in the minors last year, the 22-year-old center still managed to put together a strong campaign with 13 goals and 18 assists in 68 regular-season games for the Monsters. Given the two-way nature of his new deal, McKown should be expected to continue playing the bulk of his minutes in the minors.

McKown was returned to AHL Cleveland on Saturday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

McKown was held off the scoresheet in a 7-3 loss to Pittsburgh after being recalled Friday to play in the Blue Jackets' preseason finale. McKown had nine goals and 24 points in 53 regular-season contests with AHL Cleveland in 2023-24.

McKown was elevated from AHL Cleveland on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

McKown made the jump to the professional ranks last year following a three-year career with Colorado College. In his 53 regular-season games with AHL Cleveland, the 22-year-old center notched nine goals and 15 assists, adding another four points in 11 playoff matchups. While McKown likely will play most of his games in the minors this year, his offensive upside should see him make his NHL debut at some point during the 2024-25 campaign.

McKown was sent down to AHL Cleveland on Friday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

McKown's quest for a roster spot with the Blue Jackets came up short, as their offseason additions gave them more forward depth. The 21-year-old could still earn a call-up if he starts the season well with the Monsters.