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Elvis Merzlikins sidelined indefinitely after shoulder surgery
Columbus Blue Jackets goaltender Elvis Merzlikins is sidelined indefinitely following successful shoulder surgery performed on Monday. The injury was discovered after Merzlikins reported discomfort during offseason workouts.
Blue Jackets General Manager Don Waddell stated that an MRI led to the decision for surgery. Merzlikins is scheduled to be re-evaluated in several weeks to establish a clearer timeline for his return to the ice.
The injury comes ahead of the team's training camp, which is set to open on September 16. With Merzlikins unavailable, the Blue Jackets are expected to rely on Jet Greaves as the primary starter, with Pheonix Copley stepping into the backup role. Merzlikins is entering the final year of a contract valued at $5.4 million per season.
Entities
Columbus Blue Jackets · Don Waddell · Elvis Merzlikins · Jet Greaves · Pheonix Copley
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- [● 3 SOURCES] There is currently no timetable for Merzlikins' return to the ice. www.nhltraderumors.me · thehockeywriters.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Pheonix Copley is expected to take over backup duties for Jet Greaves. www.nhltraderumors.me · thehockeywriters.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Elvis Merzlikins underwent successful shoulder surgery on Monday. www.nhltraderumors.me · thehockeywriters.com · www.nytimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Elvis Merzlikins reported shoulder discomfort during offseason workouts several weeks ago. www.nhltraderumors.me · thehockeywriters.com · www.nytimes.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Merzlikins is entering the final year of a contract paying $5.4 million per season. www.nytimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] Merzlikins will be re-evaluated in a few weeks to determine a recovery timeline. www.nhltraderumors.me · thehockeywriters.com · www.nytimes.com