Severson undergos surgery; Jets edge Blue Jackets
PUBLISHED Apr 3, 2026, 1:53 PM ET
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COLUMBUS, Ohio. Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson underwent season-ending shoulder surgery on Thursday after sustaining a shoulder-to-shoulder hit in Montreal on March 26; he had eight goals and 32 points in 71 games this season and averaged 21:04 of ice time per game. Columbus has dropped multiple games in a row and faces six remaining regular-season games while tied with Detroit and Ottawa for a wild-card spot; Saturday’s game saw Kyle Connor score twice to lift Winnipeg to 78 points, keeping the Jets’ playoff hopes alive this week.
By Michael Grant | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- March 26, 2026 — Severson injured in Montreal after a shoulder-to-shoulder hit by Zachary Bolduc.
- Late March, 2026 — Severson underwent shoulder surgery and was ruled out for the remainder of the season.
- At surgery report time — Columbus had lost five straight games and sat tied for a wild-card position.
- Saturday following surgery report — Winnipeg defeated Columbus 2-1; Kyle Connor scored twice.
- After the game — Winnipeg moved to 78 points; Columbus extended its losing streak.
News Intelligence
- The Blue Jackets' playoff chances are on the line. With Severson out, their defense is weaker. If you're a fan, these last six games will be nail-biters. Check the NHL schedule and tune in to support your team.
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The Winnipeg Jets benefited by earning two points and moving to 78 points, keeping their playoff hopes alive and improving their standing in the Western Conference wild-card race.
The Columbus Blue Jackets suffered the loss of top defenseman Damon Severson to season-ending shoulder surgery, compounding a multi-game losing streak and weakening their defensive depth during a critical stretch.
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