He missed Saturday's win in Detroit and Monday's loss to the Rangers in Columbus. He doesnt just bring his game to the table, he changes culture because hes such a good kid and a hard-working player, Desjardins said. Of these, Voracek, Wennberg and Werenski waited a full season before being full-time NHLers. He continues to show promise, and showed hints of chemistry with Alexander Texier in the bubble, but only has a 1-6-7 stat line to show for it in 36 games. Columbus Blue Jackets Schedule, Roster, News, and Rumors | The Cannon, 2021 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Cole Sillinger has a high ceiling and Columbus connections, Wild Trade: Gus Nyquist dealt to Minnesota, Game 61 Recap: Blue Jackets slash down Buffalo thanks to Eric Robinsons hat trick. Multiple profiles cite Coles high ceiling, great hands, and dangerous shot. Brassard only had 17 games experience before joining the CBJ full-time in 2008-09, two seasons after his draft year. The physicality of the pros is a different beast compared to the WHL or USHL, and Sillinger is listed at 6 foot flat and 197 pounds. Reginas Cole Sillinger isnt spending all of his free time on the couch watching movies, but he does enjoy the Great Outdoors. Sillinger (along with fellow 2021 first round pick Kent Johnson) put on a show in the Team Canada World Juniors training camp scrimmage. That just leaves four wings and the 3C to find players for. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Suddenly, Cole leveled the playing field on both fronts. While his effort in the defensive zone isnt as consistent as his effort in the offensive zone, theres no denying that he understands how to be a competent defender and what his role is. If you would like to follow Sam on Twitter, his handle is@Sam_McGilligan. The ball. We do that lots its the most fun thing to do right now, offered the Medicine Hat Tigers star, whose training options are pretty limited due to COVID restrictions. [5] His father played professional hockey for the Columbus Blue Jackets at the time of his birth. Cole Sillinger was born in Columbus, Ohio on May 16, 2003, the third son to Karla (ne Dreger) Sillinger and former National Hockey League forward Mike Sillinger. Long story short, my transfer from Hockey Canada to USA Hockey wasnt accepted. On the ice, Cole adapted seamlessly to the USHLs Western Conference, which both he and Skinner insist is harder to score in and plays more of a chip-and-chase style than the WHL. Cole Sillinger is not getting that. Sillinger, a Columbus native, is already on the map as an 18-year-old prospect with 14 goals and 14 assists through his first 75 NHL games. 3. Jarmo dropped the ball with Boston. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information and details on how to adjust your email settings. Sillinger is a skilled two-way player who is equally adept at creating offense and playing sound defense. He could stand to improve his two step acceleration as being able to consistently gain separation from his opponents from a stopped position would make it much easier to attack pockets of space. He tends to draw defenders into him, faking an attack to the outside lane before quickly cutting towards the middle and gaining the zone from there. Since the start of April, Sillinger has three goals and three helpers in eight games. Since being a healthy scratch for the Blue Jackets' Jan. 14 win against Detroit and Jan. 16 loss . It took me a few games as I initially misread his off puck movement as laziness or coasting. When logistics prevented him from playing in the fall, he joined the USHLs Sioux Fall Stampede. Cole Sillinger Has Improved in the Eight Games He's Played Since Being Scratched. The hype for the local kid is starting to build. It appears as though he could be back in the lineup Thursday versus the Islanders. After solidifying himself as a first-rounder in his rookie season in the WHL, Coles rookie season in the USHL made a convincing case for a selection near the top of that round. He also visited Power Edge Pros (PEP) development camp in Kelowna for the first time in an effort to put all of that work to the test on the ice. Coles earliest childhood memories are of Christmas skates at Nassau Coliseum, where hed hold hands with Mike Comrie or Rick DiPietro as he learned to skate. He loves being in the gym, Yaskowitch said. As an independent site, we're committed to delivering Blue Jackets fans the news and analysis they deserve, all while remaining free. After collecting enough miles going between the two leagues that he began worrying the extended warranty on his car was about to expire, Brule went off to Switzerland so the he could be in Switzerland instead of Norfolk, Virginia. Owen Sillinger is a member of Columbus affiliate Cleveland Monsters in the American Hockey League and Lukas skates with Arizona State University. The NHL Central Scouting Bureau ranked Sillinger as the 10th-best North American skater eligible ahead of the 2021 NHL Entry Draft. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. NHL and the word mark and image of the Stanley Cup are registered trademarks and the NHL Shield and NHL Conference logos are trademarks of the National Hockey League. We can divide those skaters into successful and unsuccessful players. Position: Center/Left WingTeam: Sioux Falls Stampede (USHL)Date of Birth: May 16, 2003Birthplace: Columbus, OHHeight: 6 0Weight: 201Shoots: Left, Ranked #13 by CONSOLIDATED RANKINGRanked #12 by ELITEPROSPECTS.COMRanked #13 by FCHOCKEYRanked #14 by NEUTRAL ZONE Ranked #17 by MCKEENS HOCKEY Ranked #17 by TSN/CRAIG BUTTON Ranked #10 by NHL CENTRAL SCOUTING (NA Skaters) Ranked #15 by SPORTSNETS Ranked #10 by RECRUIT SCOUTING Ranked #14 by DOBBERPROSPECTS Ranked #20 by DRAFT PROSPECTS HOCKEY Ranked #15 by SMAHT SCOUTING Ranked #20 by THE PUCK AUTHORITY Ranked #11 by TSN/McKenzie, Games Played: 31Goals: 24Assists: 22Points: 46PIM: 39. That kids not going to burn out. Or do they look elsewhere, hoping to transfer to a league where they can get any sort of regular playing time in such a vital year in their careers? Whether by injury, mental intimidation, or other means, its likely in the best interest of both Sillinger and the CBJ to give the rookie a bit more time in Medicine Hat or Cleveland rather than rush him in and keep guys who are NHL ready on the outside. If you buy something from an SB Nation link, Vox Media may earn a commission. "TIGERS SELECT COLE SILLINGER WITH THE 11TH OVERALL PICK Medicine Hat Tigers", "Sioux Falls Stampede at eliteprospects.com", "CBJ select Sioux Falls center Cole Sillinger with 12th overall pick", "Mark Masters: 'Elite scorer' Cole Sillinger seeks family bragging rights at NHL draft - TSN.ca", Columbus Blue Jackets first round draft pick, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Cole_Sillinger&oldid=1124881616, Biographical information and career statistics from, This page was last edited on 1 December 2022, at 00:46. The last morsel of food at the dinner table. But Cole Sillinger, the youngest of three sons, only remembers his dad playing for one: the New York Islanders. When his teammates gain the zone, Sillinger times his movements into open lanes so he can either fire the puck without breaking stride or quickly identify a teammate in a dangerous opportunity and move the puck onto their stick. Can he salvage it elsewhere? At this level, if you can get a guy like that around the team, it makes a difference.. By choosing I Accept, you consent to our use of cookies and other tracking technologies. Sillinger was born in Columbus on May 16, 2003, during his dad's rather travel-filled NHL career. Not just once, but two games in a row. We need a true 1C. He returned to the lineup on Tuesday against Nashville, a game the Blue Jackets lost 2-1, but he was one of the team's best players. Theres a significant chance that Sillinger joins the ranks of Brule, Picard, and Milano, and I would very much like that to not happen. As things usually do with Cole, that pursuit then became an obsession. He was more committed this season which is nice to see. D.O.B May 16, 2003Nationality CanadaDraft Eligibility 2021Height60Weight187 lbsPosition CenterHandedness Left. The former 11th overall pick in the 2018 WHL Bantam Draft and son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger certainly expected to play the most important season of his junior career with the Medicine Hat Tigers, especially after his incredible rookie season where he accrued 53 points in just 48 games played (1.10 ppg). We ask you to keep your comments relevant and respectful. Sillinger continues to center the Blue Jackets' third line, and with fellow first-rounder Yegor Chinakhov (21st overall in the 2020 draft) catching fire alongside him with five points in the last four games, it may not be long before Sillinger finally gets onto the scoresheet. It can help generate a stride that is more powerful with longer, deeper extensions thus providing improvements in both explosivity and top speed. Hes only played in six NHL games since, and was later released by both the KHLs HC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk and AHLs Charlotte Checkers in the same season, both after less than ten games. In the weeks leading up to the NHL draft in July, Cole Sillinger's family had a little fun making predictions . Cole Sillinger is not getting that. No points. There was an error, please provide a valid email address. Competitions over missed box jumps replaced fights over a ball or a puck. Im breaking this into two arguments: 1) Club precedent shows its too early for Cole Sillinger, and 2) we dont need him on the roster right now. We are getting to the group of players that would all be a stretch at the fifth pick and Cole Sillinger is no different. He certainly could play, though, racking up faceoff wins all over the place while notching 240 goals and 548 points in 1,049 games. When it was Coles turn to be drafted, he was already 5-foot-10 and 160 pounds, a full four or five inches and 40-plus pounds more than Owen and Lukas were at the same age. Regina-born Cole Sillinger enjoyed a standout rookie year as a 16-year-old with the Medicine Hat Tigers, registering 53 points (including 22 goals) in 48 games during the 2019-20 WHL season. Hes very powerful and, in my opinion, he is very quick. This website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Also, removing Sillinger and goaltender Pascal Leclaire leaves 10 skaters in our sample, which seems like a reasonable number. history of rushing prospects and forcing kids into the NHL who arent ready yet. His dad, Mike, played for 12 NHL teams, including. Look for Cole to possibly play a large role next winter for the Canadian team. The 19-year-old is poised for a big sophomore season after the Blue Jackets' offseason spending spree improved their offense, so any time lost in training camp could have a significant effect on his chances of winning the top-line center job. | View as text Contract Status Cap Hit of $925,000 to 2023-24 (RFA) Contract info provided by Related Information by Performance Columbus, The CannonBall pres. He races on retrievals, forcing defenders to go at 100% to stop Cole from sneaking by them and grabbing the puck behind the net. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. He combines strong edgework with a lower center of gravity to shield the puck from bigger opposition, while also displaying sharp cuts and pivots to quickly slide through narrow gaps. No reason in particular. I couldnt play any games so I had to come home. The family briefly resided in Phoenix, Arizona, St. Louis, Missouri and Garden City, New York, as Mike's career led him on to play for the Phoenix Coyotes, St. Louis Blues, and New York Islanders, respectively. The most frustrating part is not really knowing when our season is going to start or when Im going back to Medicine Hat or if were going to have a season, Sillinger added. Hes not perfect in transition, as he sometimes gains the zone with the intention of taking the outside lane and blowing by his defender without the top line speed to actually do so. Hes showing flashes of knowing when to pressure forecheckers, when to retreat back towards the blue line, when to come low to support his defence and when to get his stick/body in passing lanes to shut them down or intercept the puck. Four years prior, Sonny Milano, who has never been discussed or debated on this website before, took a similar path. (Jasen Robbennolt / Sioux Falls Stampede), Cole Sillinger, second from right, with his dad and two brothers at the golf course. But Im for sure chomping at the bit. For now though, Sillinger only has fantasy value in deeper dynasty formats. Which leads me to my next point. The Columbus Blue Jackets currently hold three picks in that round: #5, #24, and #31. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Taken 16th overall in 2014s draft, Milano made his debut late in March 2016, netting one assist in three games to close the season, before spending the next four seasons travelling I-71. You wont often see Cole blindly firing pucks from awkward angles along the perimeter or from far away at the point. I feel like a lot of teams overlook that stuff. A record 12 different NHL teams, to be exact. Heloves working his legs, Yaskowitch said, laughing. As Cole prepared for his first full season in the WHL in 2019, his family began to realize that he had something special. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. [3] He earned 2021 USHL Rookie of the Year honors by a unanimous vote of league general managers for his performance and was elected to the first all-USHL rookie team and all-USHL third team. Trade Deadline Preview - Defensemen: Where does Vladislav Gavrikov go now? by Bartha & Bread Financial, 50/50 Raffle pres. 12 overall pick in the NHL Draft, the Blue Jackets have selected center Cole Sillinger out of Sioux Falls of the USHL. This is the type of player, however, that you immediately take if hes available with any subsequent pick. Never miss a beat in Canadian Curling with the new On The Rocks newsletter, Stay Posted on Canadian Curling with the On The Rocks newsletter, Top NHL prospect Cole Sillinger has gone old school during the pandemic, Charlebois: Spring cleaning at Tim Hortons, Sask. In fact, the only Blue Jackets prospects to not return to the minors, AHL, or Europe before playing in the NHL, prior to Sillinger, were Rick Nash and Gilbert Brule. The 19-year-old center will be eased in, playing between Mathieu Olivier and Cole Fonstad on the projected fourth line in this contest, though Sillinger should have a chance to challenge for top-six minutes once the regular season rolls around. He demonstrates deception by combining numerous body fakes, look offs and skill moves to create his ideal shooting lanes. All Rights Reserved. Robinson Hat Trick Helps CBJ Win Beat BUF, Time Running out for Blue Jackets to Get Good Return for Vladislav Gavrikov, Blue Jackets Trade Gustav Nyquist to Minnesota Wild for a 2023 Fifth-round Pick. For him, when the games on the line he always plays his best. Here is everything you need to know about Cole Sillinger . So that was the biggest thing was just that I wanted to play hockey. Try a week on us. The transfer was completed on January 13th 2021 and, at the time of writing this article, Sillinger is nearly maintaining a goal per game pace with 7 goals and 12 points in his first 8 games. The Sillinger boys were too close for real fights, but there wasnt a day that went by where the youngest wasnt trying to keep up with his older brothers. BlueJackets.com is the official Web site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. (And) he has a physical element to his game where he embraces contact. And I think thats so important for players. During the 202021 season, Sillinger led the Stampede in points, garnering 24 goals and 46 points in 31 games played. I believed that I took full advantage of those 10 months off of training and did everything I possibly could in that time and I wanted to go showcase it in a season.. Sillinger (undisclosed) won't play Monday against Dallas, Blue Jackets team reporter Jeff Svoboda reports. Hockey isn't all about scoring points. We have Jack Roslovic and Max Domi to center the top two lines. In the Sillinger household, Cole had to fight for everything. Sillinger supplied an assist in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Lightning. Mark Scheifele, Center, Winnipeg Jets. The 2005 6th overall pick has a 43-52-95 stat line in 299 career NHL games, half of which with Columbus, over eight seasons. While some of these are likely just straight up misses by the scouting department, many are the victims of an expansion team desperate for something resembling talent, or a tweener franchise trying to find a center for their star winger. Mike was the 11th pick of the 1989 NHL Draft. The Official Site of the Columbus Blue Jackets. We encountered an issue signing you up. Being one of the more unique players in the draft, Cole Sillinger tends to remind of Mark Scheifele. Just like with his shooting habits, Sillingers priority when passing is to find a teammate in medium/high danger areas and get them the puck. The Columbus Blue Jackets and columbusbluejackets.com are trademarks of The Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Club. He hasn't found the back of the net in 23 straight contests, with his last goal coming Nov. 17, and he's managed only two assists and a minus-6 rating over that stretch. That gives us two options for the bottom six, depending on whether or not Texier can be trusted at 3C. #CBJ Sillinger looking good tonight so far after being a healthy scratch the past two games. The Columbus Blue Jackets cannot let Cole Sillinger follow that path. This was a little bump in the road.". Sillinger has yet to record a point through the first seven games of the season. Thatd be really fun, and a great way for Cole to get used to the pro game.) The puck. - Scott Wheeler, The Athletic, Being one of the more unique players in the draft, Cole Sillinger tends to remind of Mark Scheifele. Sillinger was part of a dynamite night for Columbus' top two lines, as all six players recorded multi-point performances, and the 18-year-old seems to have powered through the rookie wall late in the season, racking up two goals and five points over the last six games. - Tony Ferrari, Dobber Prospects, Sillingers one of the players Im higher on than most in this draft. With the WHL season continuously delayed due to COVID-19, top NHL Draft prospect Cole Sillinger opted to play in the USHL for the Sioux Falls Stampede this year. Middle six forward, likely winger with 20 goal potential and 30 goal upside. They get after each other. He understands the value of drawing in defenders before passing the puck to a teammate in order to create more space around the ice. As could Skinner. 1st Ohio Battery is where Columbus Blue Jackets fans gather. If no results appear, use Enter to do a full site search. He loves being out there, Quinn said. Sillinger scored a goal on two shots, added two hits and went minus-4 in Sunday's 6-4 loss to the Ducks. All Rights Reserved. In 31 games, Sillinger proved to be one of the most dynamic players in the league, scoring 24 goals and 22 assists for 46 points. Both players had questionable skating at the time of their draft but made up through it with deception, a tendency to hunt for open space, strong off puck play and an eye for narrow passing lanes. Cole Sillinger, a rookie center and the NHL's youngest player at age 18, led the way with his first career hat trick. Quinn was wowed first by Coles wicked release, and second by how upbeat and focussed he was. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Well lucky for us, a conveniently-no-longer-injured Max Domi arrived to training camp earlier than expected! Hes the son of former Blue Jacket Mike Sillinger. Cole likely had a lot of addresses as a kid as his dad moved through the league, but he still represents Team Canada at the international level. The latest projected start date of Jan. 8 is now off the table, but the league is still hoping to get the green light later in the New Year. His shooting arsenal isnt limited by any means as he can easily beat goalies with a snap shot, a wrist shot or a one timer. "I don't worry about him. He looks to be the next son of a Blue Jackets alumni to be selected in the first round. His top speed is lackluster, but he has shown improvement between last year and now so theres room to reasonably believe hell continue to improve. Thus far, his stats are as follows: goals: 2, down from 16. assists: 4 down from 15. points: 6, down from 31. Tuesday night's performance was a positive sign in what has been a down year offensively for Sillinger. On July 23, 2021, Sillinger was selected 12th overall by the Blue Jackets in the 2021 draft.[4]. He uses his stick intelligently when defending against transition, often breaking down plays that come within his vicinity. Sillinger has two goals and eight points in 52 contests this season. I think he may be the best in-stride shooter in this draft." We have enabled email notificationsyou will now receive an email if you receive a reply to your comment, there is an update to a comment thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. The. (Karla) works out five-six times a week, she pushes the boys on nutrition and shes always hey, lets go do this, lets go do that,' Mike said. While he didn't register a point, he was noticeable and effective. He wants to be a pro and is definitely going to be, Skinner said. 2021-22 Season Outlook Thankfully, despite being the best player every time he steps on the ice, Sillinger continues to demonstrate quality off puck movement. 5. The combination of that role, one which encouraged him to make plays; and those linemates, who taught him to relax, led to immediate success. "I'm a dual citizen so that was a decision I had made to go down there in early October," said Cole, 17, the youngest son of former NHLer Mike Sillinger. Sillinger was 18 and 302 days old Sunday, which made him the second-youngest player in franchise history to score three goals in a game, topped only by Nikita Filatov's hat trick Jan. 10, 2009 at 18 and 230 days. Sillinger was on the top line with Jakub Voracek and Gustav Nyquist for this contest, but they were heavily outplayed. Sillinger, who has missed the past three games, was back on the ice for practice Tuesday. 12 pick in the 2021 NHL Draft. His oldest brother, Owen, is the only one who remembers the rest vividly. The 12th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft could be headed for a sophomore slump after recording 16 goals and 31 points through 79 games as an 18-year-old rookie last season. That (should) pretty much lock down our top 6 of Laine-Roslovic-Voracek and Nyquist-Domi-BJORKSTRAND. And thats something you cant see from the outside.. 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Sillinger was drafted by the Coyotes in the first round (11th overall) of the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. Cole, who has worked with Yaskowitch since he was 13, has always made things look easy. Hes a good multi-tasker who can move pucks to space at high speed. The regular season is a different beast, a beast that will likely hinder Sillinger in his development. NDP president resigns following tensions in the party, Devon Cyr found guilty of manslaughter in Isaiah Allary killing, Sask. Cole isn't the only high-level player in the family, though, as his brothers Owen and Lukas played for Bemidji State this past season. "I think this is gonna serve him well," head coach Brad Larsen said regarding scratching Sillinger at Monday's morning skate. One (1) assist. Sillinger was born in Columbus on May 16, 2003, during his dad's rather travel-filled NHL career. Despite the missed time, he came back from injury without missing a beat and went right back to his upwards trajectory of getting better with every game. After the CBJ prospect development camp and a successful rookie tournament in Traverse City, Mich., it's obvious that first-round draft pick Cole Sillinger is already making a name for himself.. Hes going to be great.. It's important to remember that the 12th overall pick in the 2021 NHL Draft doesn't even turn 20 until mid-May, and in the long run his struggles this season could be nothing more than a valuable learning experience. Would Brule have become a star in the NHL if not for those two leg injuries? However, note that all four players took a gap year to further their development. Coles a beauty. Mike was quick to credit the familys matriarch, Karla, for Coles obsession. He doesnt just mindlessly give the puck away when he cant find a shooting lane, he times his passes so that theyre often received in stride surrounded by an open pocket of space. For Sillinger's sake and the Blue Jackets' sake, hopefully, this wasthe last time he's scratched. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Sillinger (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Tuesday, per the NHL media site. Sillinger scored 16 goals with 15 assists as a rookie in 2021-22. On Sunday, Cole Sillinger officially became the first 18 year old Blue Jacket to make the opening night roster under General Manager Jarmo Kekalainen. Im just hoping COVID is going to get better and we can start playing again. Before long, Cole took over the teams scoring lead despite having missed their first 17 games, rattling off a 14-game point streak in February and March. It doesnt matter what Cole does, he just seems to be good at everything, Mike said. And then Mike will pop in for something and hell chirp all three of them. Do draft eligibles wait around, hoping that their respective leagues figure out a plan for them to get back on the ice? Blue Jackets center Cole Sillinger says it is his hope that he continues to get to be a part of the team's penalty-killing units. For Sillinger to get an NHL shot, he had to go from skinny kid to gym rat and become a relentless, powerful and hard-hitting 6-foot, 201-pound menace. While not overly physical, he doesnt shy away from contact in order to make the best play available. He has an eye for tight, narrow lanes that only exist for a few moments and can seamlessly thread passes that are easily controlled by the recipient. However, when the WHL delayed the start of its 2020-21 season due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus, Sillinger decided to move Sioux Falls of the United States Hockey League. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. When a player is very clearly the best player on the ice with every shift they take, you may find that their effort level decreases when the puck isnt on their stick. Thats just the way he was brought up. Thats the easiest way for me to explain it. Odds & lines subject to change. The timing of the pandemic isnt ideal for Sillinger, whos a top prospect for the 2021 NHL draft. His skating is good, hes got great hands, hes got size. Sillinger can identify when his teammate will enter the zone with little resistance and create a cross ice lane to get him the puck. Sillinger's closest comparable, in terms of development timeline, is Gilbert Brule, the guy who got injured in his second game and never recovered. View the Columbus Blue Jackets Privacy Policy AdChoices NHL.com Terms of Service Please use the feedback form if you have any recommendations or comments. (This story was originally published on June 4, 2021.). The HockeyProspect.com Black Book, meanwhile, writes, "Sillinger features one of the most threatening releases in this year's draft, that's mechanically exceptional and can threaten from distance." Hes always trying to be an open outlet option for teammates under pressure. It was always Come on, Cole, lets go play. Sillinger is day-to-day after suffering an upper-body injury in practice Thursday, according to Brian Hedger of the Columbus Dispatch. Both players had questionable skating at the time of their draft but made up through it with deception, a tendency to hunt for open space, strong off puck play and an eye for narrow passing lanes. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. Sillinger (illness) will be back in the lineup versus Edmonton on Saturday, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports. He had little trouble adjusting to playing with Medicine Hat of the WHL two seasons ago, totaling 22 goals and 53 points in 48 games for the Tigers. Liam Foudy is the most recent of the three selections, having just missed the cut for the NHL roster this year, after bouncing between Columbus and Cleveland last year. 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