Following an extended 28-game hiatus due to injury, Sean Monahan, the renowned center for the Columbus Blue Jackets, is once again set to grace the ice rink. Monahan’s return was announced on Monday, marking an end to his stint on the injured reserve list.
The 30-year-old’s return to the rink is eagerly anticipated, as he’ll be making his comeback during the Monday matchup against the New York Islanders. Monahan’s last appearance on the ice was on January 7, when a sprained right wrist sent him to the sidelines.
Before his injury, Monahan had been a formidable force for the Blue Jackets. In the 41 games he played, he scored a remarkable 41 points, a tally made up of 14 goals and 27 assists. His return is expected to boost the Blue Jackets’ performance significantly.
Monahan’s relationship with the Blue Jackets began when he signed a five-year contract with them in July. The contract, worth a whopping $27.5 million, signaled the start of his first season with the team.
Monahan’s career statistics are nothing short of impressive. Throughout his career, he has played 805 games and accumulated 579 points. These points are made up of 258 goals and 321 assists, a testament to his prowess on the ice.
His journey in the NHL began when the Calgary Flames picked him as the No. 6 overall pick in the 2013 draft. Since then, Monahan has played for the Flames, Montreal Canadiens, Winnipeg Jets, and now the Columbus Blue Jackets.
In other NHL news, the Pittsburgh Penguins are set to wrap up their three-game season series with Tampa Bay. The game will be played on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Tuesday, with the Lightning having much more at stake after a recent loss.
Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs are looking for redemption after a disappointing loss. The Leafs will be hosting the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday night, hoping to eliminate mental mistakes that have plagued their recent performances.
