Danforth netted a goal in Monday's 5-2 home win against the Bruins.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth scored into the empty net at 13:41 of the third period, giving the home side a 5-1 advantage, as Sean Kuraly and Boone Jenner provided assists. Danforth ended up with a plus-1 rating and a hit while winning seven of his eight faceoff attempts in 14:51 of ice time across 20 shifts. He has picked up the pace offensively, providing three goals and five points with a plus-6 rating across the previous nine outings.

Danforth scored a goal on three shots and added two PIM in Sunday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth had just one assist during his nine-game goal drought, which ended at 16:26 of the first period Sunday. The 30-year-old forward is up to four goals, two assists, 20 shots on net, 18 hits, 11 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating through 15 appearances. He's been a fixture in the Columbus lineup as a fourth-liner.

Danforth registered a goal and an assist in Friday's 3-1 win against the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth has two goals and three points across four games, already equaling his production in six NHL appearances last season. It was his first multi-point performance in 55 career NHL games. He was credited with the game-winning goal, too, his first since April 5, 2022 on the road against the Flyers.

Danforth signed a one-year, $1.1 million contract extension with Columbus on Wednesday, according to Aaron Portzline of The Athletic.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth had two goals and three points in six NHL contests in 2022-23. He missed most of the campaign due to a shoulder injury. Danforth's in the final season of his two-year, $1.95 million deal, so his new contract will cover the 2024-25 campaign. The 30-year-old is expected to serve in a bottom-six capacity when with the Blue Jackets this season.

Danforth (shoulder) was removed from injured reserve Wednesday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth was limited to three points in six games last season before undergoing shoulder surgery in late October. Now nearly 11 months removed from the procedure, he should be good to go for training camp. Danforth will compete for a bottom-six role, though the Blue Jackets may want younger players to seize those spots as they continue through a rebuild.

Danforth (shoulder) has begun skating, but it still seems unlikely he'll be able to play again this season, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 29-year-old winger landed on injured reserve in late October after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum, and at the time it was thought he would be lost for the season. Blue Jackets coach Brad Larsen didn't offer a clear answer Thursday when asked if Danforth might return before the team's regular-season finale in April, however, potentially opening the door for him to see some action before the summer.

Danforth is expected to be sidelined for six months after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum Monday, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. The 29-year-old winger has been placed on injured reserve.

EDGE Analysis

This is a major blow for Danforth, who looked like he was going to be an everyday player for the Blue Jackets this season after picking up 10 goals and 14 points through 45 games with Columbus as a 28-year-old rookie in 2021-22. The Jackets will almost certainly need to make the playoffs in order for Danforth to have a chance to return this campaign.

Danforth (upper body) is out indefinitely, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth was unavailable to play Sunday against the Rangers after being injured in Saturday's contest versus Pittsburgh. It's unclear at this time how long he will be out for, but he should not be expected to play Tuesday when the Blue Jackets host the Coyotes,.

Danforth (upper body) won't play Sunday versus the Rangers, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth was injured in Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. Liam Foudy, who will make his season debut, will be inserted into the lineup. Consider Danforth day-to-day for now.

Danforth (upper body) will not return to Saturday's game against the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Danforth saw just 4:46 of ice time before leaving the contest. The 29-year-old forward had a goal in each of his previous two games. He won't have much time to heal as the Blue Jackets are back in action Sunday against the Rangers.