Nikita Nikitin was back in the Columbus lineup on Saturday after being a healthy scratch the previous two games. Nikitin played alongside David Savard as he replaced Nick Schultz in the lineup. Nikitin has two goals and 15 points in 64 games this season with a plus-11 rating.

Nikita Nikitin returned to action on Tuesday March 11.

Nikita Nikitin (head) took part in an optional skate on Sunday and will be a game-time decision on Monday. Nikitin sat out on Saturday but looks to be ready to return. He has two goals and 15 points in 56 games this season.

Nikita Nikitin (head) partook in morning practice on Saturday but was unable to play. Nikitin suffered an upper body injury when he was hit in the head by the Blackhawks Andrew Shaw on Thursday. It is thought that the Russian defenseman could be ready to go Monday in Dallas. Nikitin has two goals and 15 points in 56 games with a plus-seven rating this season.

Nikita Nikitin (head) isn't likely to play on Saturday. Nikitin left Thursday's game after being hit in the head by Chicago's Andrew Shaw. The Blue Jackets are calling it an upper-body injury, so it's not clear if they're being precautionary right now or if Nikitin has a concussion.

Nikita Nikitin wasn't able to complete Thursday's game after being hit in the head by Chicago's Andrew Shaw. The incident occurred in the first period. Nikitin initially tried to stay in the game, but left after logging just 35 seconds in the second frame. For now, Nikitin will continue to travel with the club and will be examined further on Friday.

Nikita Nikitin logged a team-low 10:16 of ice time in Russia's 5-2 win over Slovenia. He earned an assist and had one shot on goal despite his limited minutes. The Russians dressed eight defensemen in the contest.

Nikita Nikitin scored a goal and an assist in the Columbus Blue Jackets' 5-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday. The Russian-born defenseman has scored five of his 11 points this season in the last five games. He's not really getting the ice time you'd hope for in a fringe blueliner, though, so it's probably best to monitor his progress rather than taking the plunge right away.

Nikita Nikitin returned to action on Friday November 29.

Nikita Nikitin (lower body) is probable Friday. Nikitin missed Wednesday's game due to the ailment. He has a goal and six points in 18 games this season.