The Blue Jackets made a move this evening that will bring a former local star back to Columbus. Ryan Dzingel was a member of the Ohio State hockey team from 2011 through 2014 before signing an entry-level deal with the Ottawa Senators.
During his time in Columbus, he recorded the first hat trick in Big Ten history and was named all-conference for his play during the 2013-14 season. His college career came to a close when he reported to Ottawa's AHL affiliate—the Birmingham Senators. He would go on to make his NHL debut in December of 2015.
#CBJ Ryan Dzingel will be the fourth former Ohio State hockey player to play for the Blue Jackets, joining R.