Chinakhov (ankle) didn't skate with the Blue Jackets on Thursday, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 22-year-old winger had begun to skate before the All-Star break, so the fact Chinakhov wasn't on the ice Thursday suggests he may have had some sort of setback in his recovery from a high-ankle sprain. "He's still progressing," coach Brad Larsen said. "It's gone longer than you'd hope, but that's just the nature of that injury." Chinakhov has been sidelined since Dec. 19, missing 20 straight games headed into Friday's tilt with the Maple Leafs.

Chinakhov is expected to miss six weeks because of a high-ankle sprain.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov suffered the injury during Monday's 2-1 loss to Dallas. He has four goals and 13 points in 30 contests this season. Kirill Marchenko might see an increase in playing time while Chinakhov is unavailable.

Chinakhov was designated for injured reserve Tuesday with an ankle injury.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov and the Jackets are still awaiting some MRI results but the winger is expected to miss some time. with Booner Jenner (thumb) and Jakub Voracek (concussion) already sidelined, Columbus finds itself getting thinner and thinner at forward. Kirill Marchenko is the most likely candidate to step into Chinakhov's top-six role though Sean Kuraly could also be moved to the wing.

Chinakhov (upper body) will not return to Monday's game against Dallas.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov was injured after logging just 0:37 of ice time. He's now gone five straight games without a point. The second-year forward will be considered day-to-day until more information is available.

Chinakhov scored a goal during Friday's 3-2 loss to the visiting Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Effectively utilizing a screen during a 5-on-3 situation Friday, Chinakhov ended Ilya Sorokin's shutout bid at 14:05 of the middle stanza. The 2020 first-round draft pick connected on just seven goals in 62 games as a rookie last season. As a sophomore, Chinakhov, who was sidelined Wednesday with an upper-body injury, has compiled four goals in 19 games. For the first time in his 80-game career, Chinakhov has scored in consecutive outings.

Chinakhov (upper body) will return to action versus the Islanders on Friday, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov sat out Wednesday's tilt against the Canadiens while recovering from the injury. He has three goals and 10 points in 18 games this season.

Chinakhov (undisclosed) won't play Wednesday against Montreal, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov didn't take part in the morning skate after he missed Tuesday's practice. He is slated to be replaced on the power play by Trey Fix-Wolansky and Liam Foudy will draw back in up front. Consider Chinakhov day-to-day for now.

Chinakhov (undisclosed) may not be available for Wednesday's game versus Montreal, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov's status against the Canadiens may boil down to a game-time decision. The 21-year-old rookie has picked up three goals and 10 points through 18 contests this campaign.

Chinakhov scored a goal in Sunday's 5-3 win against Florida.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov has recorded a point in four of his last five contests. That gives him three goals and 10 points in 18 games this season. While his current production is encouraging, he entered Sunday's game with an average of just 13:10 of ice time this season. He didn't get a meaningfully bigger role Sunday, logging 13:20 and he received no ice time on the power play. The 21-year-old forward does have offensive upside, but until his role expands, it will be difficult for him to make regular contributions.

Chinakhov scored during a 7-1 loss to the Devils on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Chinakhov opened the season with a minus-5 rating in three outings but has rebounded from the poor start with consecutive two-assist efforts. The 2020 first-round draft pick seeks more consistency and urgency in his play. During his past five games, Chinakhov has compiled two goals on only four shots and zero helpers.