Monahan will reunite with Marchenko, Voronkov on Blue Jackets' top line against the Islanders; Gudbranson to add stability on third defense pair.

The Columbus Blue Jackets activated center Sean Monahan from injured reserve Monday after a 28-game absence. Coach Dean Evason confirmed that the 30-year-old veteran will return to the lineup for Monday's game at the New York Islanders, his first action since sustaining a sprained right wrist on Jan. 7.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in a tight playoff race, and Sean Monahan's return after a prolonged absence should help them climb up the standings.

The Columbus Blue Jackets have activated defenseman Erik Gudbranson and forward Sean Monahan off Injured Reserve, club President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Don Waddell announced today.

Blue Jackets' final playoff push could include four lineup regulars returning from injuries just in the nick of time.

The Columbus Blue Jackets activated center Sean Monahan from injured reserve Monday after a 28-game absence.