Elvis Merzlikins Out for Blue Jackets' Game Against Rangers on March 15, 2025

Elvis Merzlikins is currently dealing with a personal matter, which has left him out of the lineup for the Columbus Blue Jackets. The team has not provided a timeline for his return, adding uncertainty to their goaltending situation.

This season, Merzlikins has played 0 games and is inactive for 65 games. In the previous season, he recorded 20 wins and one shutout, demonstrating his importance to the team when healthy.