Erik Gudbranson - NHL News & Rumors

A legacy of hope and laughter for Gaudreau brothers as family, friends and hockey community grieve

The families of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau are still grieving their deaths last August after they were hit by a suspected drunken driver in New Jersey on the eve of their sister's...

APRIL 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nabs assist in 800th game Gudbranson logged an assist, two shots on goal and three hits in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Senators.

Impact This was Gudbranson's 800th NHL contest, and he was able to get on the scoresheet by helping out on a Mathieu Olivier tally in the second period. The 33-year-old Gudbranson has often been a shutdown blueliner in his career, earning just 135 points in his career. He's at two assists, seven shots on net, 17 hits and 12 blocked shots over 11 outings this year after losing much of the campaign to a shoulder injury.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier and Danforth lead Blue Jackets to 5-2 win over Senators to snap 3-game skid

Mathieu Olivier and Justin Danforth each had a goal and an assist, and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Ottawa Senators 5-2

APRIL 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Blue Jackets vs. Senators, Erik Gudbranson and Head Coach Dean Evason | Pregame Media

APRIL 8 • YOUTUBE

"Those few years for us were really, really hard": Erik Gudbranson's wife Sarah opens up on the toll of his injuries in Vancouver Columbus Blue Jackets alternate captain Erik Gudbranson’s wife, Sarah. made a guest appearance on the latest episode of the Never Offside Po...

APRIL 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"He was in Africa with one of his teammates on a trip": Erik Gudbranson's wife Sarah shares how she found out about his trade from Panthers to Canucks Columbus Blue Jackets alternate captain Erik Gudbranson’s wife Sarah made a guest appearance in the latest episode of the Never Offside podc...

APRIL 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

First point since return Gudbranson logged an assist and went plus-2 in Friday's 7-6 shootout win over the Canucks.

Impact Gudbranson logged his first assist of the season in his second game back from a long-term shoulder injury. The 33-year-old defenseman is holding onto a third-pairing role for now, though he could be pushed by Jake Christiansen or Jack Johnson for playing time down the stretch. Gudbranson had a career-high 26 points last year, but given how much time he missed, he doesn't need to be rostered in most fantasy formats this year.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Our KID REPORTER Asks Boone Jenner, Erik Gudbranson and HC Dean Evason Questions! | Pregame Media

MARCH 28 • YOUTUBE

SEAN MONAHAN and ERIK GUDBRANSON ARE BACK!!! 💥💥💥💥 | Pregame Media

MARCH 24 • YOUTUBE

Returning to action Monday Gudbranson (shoulder) will be in the lineup for Monday's game against the Islanders, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Impact Gudbranson hasn't suited up since mid-October due to a shoulder procedure, but he'll be back in action on the road Monday. He logged six goals, 20 assists, 170 blocked shots, 92 hits and 74 PIM while averaging 19:40 of ice time over 78 appearances with the Blue Jackets last year, but it's possible that he faces some limitations Monday following his lengthy absence.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

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

MARCH 24 • DISPATCH.COM

Blue Jackets' Erik Gudbranson's wife Sarah pens heartfelt note as beau makes long-awaited return to the ice against Islanders Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Erik Gudbranson's wife, Sarah, expressed excitement about his upcoming return to the ice.

MARCH 23 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Expects to return Monday Gudbranson (shoulder) is expected to return Monday against the Islanders, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Impact Gudbranson has missed Columbus' last 66 contests after undergoing shoulder surgery in mid-October. The veteran blueliner appeared in 78 games last season, logging six goals and 26 points.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against New Jersey Gudbranson (shoulder) won't play in Monday's game against the Devils, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Impact Gudbranson is expected to return to game action soon, but he'll remain on injured reserve for at least one more matchup. His next chance to return will be Thursday against the Panthers, while Jack Johnson will remain in the lineup Monday since Gudbranson and Jake Christiansen (upper body) remain sidelined.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return Gudbranson (shoulder) is expected to return at some point soon, perhaps against the Devils or Panthers on Monday or Thursday, respectively, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers report...

Impact Gudbranson was originally expected to be out of action until April, so it seems the blueliner is ahead of schedule in his recovery from shoulder surgery. Once given the all-clear, the veteran defenseman will likely replace Jack Johnson in the lineup, which will likely see him and Jordan Harris firmly relegated to the press box as healthy scratches.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

"Here's to more twinning together": Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith pens heartfelt birthday wish for Erik Gudbranson's wife Sarah Late NHL star Johnny Gaudreau’s family is quite close to his former teammate Erik Gudbranson’s family.

MARCH 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

In Photos: Erik Gudbranson's wife Sarah links up with ex-Oiler Sam Gagner's wife Rachel for girls' day out dining at high-end NY restaurants Columbus Blue Jackets alternate captain Erik Gudbranson’s wife Sarah enjoyed a girls' day out with her friends, including ex-Oiler Sam Gagne...

MARCH 9 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Targeting April return Gudbranson (shoulder) is not expected back until sometime in April, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports Tuesday.

Impact Gudbranson has started skating, but his shoulder needs time to heal fully after surgery back in October. At this point, the defenseman might not even play in 10 regular-season contests this year and will be hoping his teammates can hold onto at least a wild-card spot and make the postseason.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Skates before practice Gudbranson skated for the first time since undergoing shoulder surgery Oct. 15 on Saturday, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

Impact Gudbranson could still be a month away from returning to action, but this is a great step in his recovery. The defenseman was injured in the Blue Jackets' third game of the season versus Florida and had four hits and three blocked shots while failing to hit the scoresheet, before the injury.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith gushes over 'Uncle Boone' spending playful time with Noa & Erik Gudbranson's daughter Late Columbus Blue Jackets forward Johnny Gaudreau’s wife Meredith recently shared a heartwarming moment on social media.

FEBRUARY 6 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Blue Jackets overcome injuries, skids and Gaudreau's death to climb into playoff contention

The Columbus Blue Jackets have overcome plenty of adversity to find themselves climbing into playoff contention in a season they began by mourning the death of Johnny Gaudreau and...

FEBRUARY 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not close to returning Gudbranson (shoulder) isn't expected to return until the end of March, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports Saturday.

Impact Gudbranson hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 15 due to the injury. He had six goals, 26 points, 74 PIM, 92 hits and 170 blocks in 78 appearances with the Blue Jackets in 2023-24. When healthy, Gudbranson will likely serve in a bottom-four role.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Begins skating Thursday Gudbranson (shoulder) took the ice with the Blue Jackets' other injured skaters Thursday, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Impact Gudbranson should still be considered out indefinitely at this point, as this is just the first step in his recovery process. Still, it's a step in the right direction for the veteran blueliner, who has been out of action since the third game of the 2024-25 campaign. Once cleared to play, Gudbranson should retake his spot on the blue line, though he shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of offensive contributions considering he's reached the 20-point threshold just once in his career.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out indefinitely following surgery Gudbranson had shoulder surgery Monday and will be out indefinitely.

Impact Gudbranson has already been out of action for the Jackets' previous two contests and is not expected back in the short-term. Even without his injury, the blueliner was unlikely to reach the 20-point threshold for a second straight season considering last year was the only time he's reached that threshold. In the meantime, David Jiricek, Jack Johnson and Jordan Harris will likely rotate on the bottom pairing. Given his timeline, it wouldn't be surprising to see Gudbranson end up on long-term injured reserve.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injured reserve Gudbranson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

Impact Gudbranson suffered an upper-body injury during Tuesday's game against the Panthers, and head coach Dean Evason said after the game that the injury was "not looking good." As a result, it's not very surprising to see Gudbranson land on IR, but it's not yet clear when he'll be in the mix to return. David Jiricek could take on a third-pairing role for the Blue Jackets in Gudbranson's absence.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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