Another key forward leaves Blue Jackets' lineup, but now their captain is back to fill the void at center of the second line.

Jenner picked up two assists in Saturday's 5-3 win over Detroit.

After losing yet another player to injury, the Blue Jackets discovered unexpected chemistry in a makeshift top line.

"It's truly incredible and inspiring the strength she has," Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner tells PEOPLE of Meredith

COLUMBUS -- Boone Jenner will make his season debut and will be one of three players returning from injuries when the Columbus Blue Jackets host the Chicago Blackhawks at Nationwide Arena on Saturday (7 p.m. ET; CHSN+, FDSNOH).

Boone Jenner made his season debut on Feb. 22 against the Chicago Blackhawks, and Nationwide Arena welcomed him back with a long, loud "BOOOOOOOONE!" Since his return, Jenner has played like his hair is on fire.

Columbus Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner will play his first game of the season on Saturday when he faces the Chicago Blackhawks.

James van Riemsdyk scored twice and the Columbus Blue Jackets beat the Detroit Red Wings 5-2 in a matchup of playoff contenders.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Columbus Blue Jackets captain Boone Jenner appears ready to make his season debut ... in time for him to play in the Stadium Series outdoor game against Detroit on March 1 at Ohio State's stadium. The 31-year-old was injured during ...

the playoffs are already underway in Detroit and Columbus, where Saturday’s attendance is expected to reach the second highest ever to watch an NHL game. This was Boone Jenner’s third game ...