With Nathan Horton sidelined indefinitely due to back trouble and Ryan Johansen not at camp due to a contract dispute, Hjalmarsson will be one of the players looked at as a possible replacement among the Blue Jackets' top nine forwards.

With Nathan Horton sidelined indefinitely due to back trouble and Ryan Johansen not at camp due to a contract dispute, Hjalmarsson will be one of the players looked at as a possible replacement among the Blue Jackets' top nine forwards.

Analysis:

The Swedish import was expected to begin his North American career in the AHL, but an impressive camp could land him in Columbus to begin the season. He scored 27 goals and 57 points last season in the SHL, but don't expect that kind of offense from Hjalmarsson in the NHL.