Blue Jackets' Dubinsky will play vs. Wild

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Brandon Dubinsky will be in the lineup Tuesday against the Minnesota Wild, head coach John Tortorella said per Steve Gorten of The Columbus Dispatch.

Dubinsky has been out since Dec. 12 when he suffered a fractured orbital bone in a fight with Edmonton Oilers forward Zack Kassian.

It was reported last week that the 31-year-old was sent home from the club's road trip following their 6-3 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights for what was deemed personal issues that might put his playing career in jeopardy.

Dubinsky spoke to reporters Monday, but was vague when describing the circumstances surrounding his personal leave, stating: "We have stuff that is private to us and we want to keep that way. So that’s just the way it’s going to be."

In 31 games this season, Dubinsky has three goals and 12 assists.