John Shannon: Defenseman Kevin Bieksa had surgery on his hand to remove scar tissue and he’ll be out the lineup for two to five weeks.
On the Arizona Coyotes …
Craig Morgan: Coach Rick Tocchet thinks that goaltender Antti Raanta will be ready to go today. A decision will come this morning.
On the Columbus Blue Jackets …
Blue Jackets PR: The Blue Jackets activated defenseman Dean Kukan off the IR.