Chinakhov (upper body) will be out Thursday when the Jackets host the Senators, per Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov has been solid for Columbus this year, recording 16 goals and 13 assists while filling a middle-six role through 53 games. Mikael Pyyhtia will likely make his NHL season debut in a third-line role against Ottawa due to Chinakhov's absence.