Captain Boone Jenner, second-leading scorer Kirill Marchenko and top-pairing defenseman Dante Fabbro all expected to play Saturday against Blackhawks.

With the 4 Nations break nearly over, Boone Jenner, Kirill Marchenko and Dante Fabbro took part in the team's practice Wednesday

Blue Jackets GM Don Waddell has been pushing to add an impact forward who could help the team through its playoff push.

The Columbus Blue Jackets will return from the 4 Nations Face-Off break with some extra reinforcements. Ahead of their return to action, the Blue Jackets announced that surging young forward Kirill Marchenko and captain Boone Jenner have been activated from injured reserve.

Head Coach Dean Evason gave a post-practice injury update today. The CBJ, minus Zach Werenski who is with Team USA, returned to practice today. Kirill Marchenko, Dante Fabbro, and Boone Jenner were all on the ice today for practice.