The Blue Jackets have signed Brendan Gaunce to a two-year, two-way contract extension

Spurgeon missed the last two games with an upper-body injury but will play Friday vs. the Avalanche. IN addition to Spurgeon, Matt Dumba will also play on Friday.
Foligno missed four games while in COVID-19 protocol but will replace Connor Dewar in the lineup on Tuesday. Foligno has had a career-year, setting career-bests in goals (22), assists (17) and points (39).
Spurgeon suffered an upper-body injury in Nashville on Sunday and will not play Tuesday. Despite being out tonight, the Wild were "encouraged" by where he is at, which is a good sign as they head towards the playoffs. Jordie Benn will likely draw into the lineup to replace him.