Boone Jenner is expected to miss most of the season after undergoing shoulder surgery, which he had the day before the season opener. The 31-year-old forward injured his shoulder during practice and had the procedure done at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colorado. He has been the Blue Jackets' captain since the 2021-22 season and is the franchise's all-time leader in games played, ranking third in both goals and points. Last season, he finished second on the team in goals, scoring 22 times and adding 13 assists. His absence will be felt, but the team has a strong leadership group to help fill the void and provide opportunities for other players to step up.