Blue Jackets' Oliver Bjorkstrand: Skips Monday's practice

Bjorkstrand (undisclosed) was not present at Monday's practice session, Alison Lukan of the team's official site reports. He's considered day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's game against the Sabres.

Analysis:

Initial indications suggested Bjorkstrand could return to the ice for Monday's practice, but that was not the case for the young winger. He's reportedly progressing from the injury, but would likely need to be at morning skate Tuesday to have a chance at rejoining the lineup. If not, Thursday against the Hurricanes would be his next opportunity.