Blue Jackets shut down Fantilli for rest of season

Blue Jackets forward Adam Fantilli won't play in Columbus' final three games of the season, the club confirmed to The Athletic's Aaron Portzline.

Fantilli suffered a calf laceration from a skate blade Jan. 28 and was projected to miss eight weeks, meaning there was a chance he could've returned in April.

The 2023 No. 3 pick finishes his rookie campaign with 12 goals and 15 assists in 49 games.

The Blue Jackets project to have another high selection in the 2024 draft, as they currently sit 29th in league standings.