Rene Bourque (back) will miss the rest of the season after undergoing back surgery on Saturday, Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Bourque (back) will miss the rest of the season after undergoing back surgery on Saturday, Shawn Mitchell of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Analysis:

It's disappointing news for Bourque, as he had really started to turn it on of late, scoring three goals and putting 12 shots on net in the last two games he played. The Blue Jackets, who aren't in the running for the playoffs, have opted to shut down the 33-year-old winger to avoid any risk of further injury. Bourque will finish the season with a total of six goals and eight assists.