Elvis Merzlikins Out With Upper-Body Injury as Columbus Blue Jackets Prepare for Upcoming Game

Elvis Merzlikins is currently out with an upper-body injury and will not play against the Washington Capitals. He has missed a significant portion of the season, being inactive for 78 games so far.

Despite his absence, Merzlikins has contributed with 1,384 saves and 23 wins this season when he was active. The Columbus Blue Jackets have had to adapt without him, which has impacted their performance on the ice.