The Blue Jackets have assigned Kent Johnson to Cleveland (AHL).
With Elvis Merzlikins out, the Blue Jackets sent Johnson to the AHL to make room to call-up Jet Greaves to serve as the backup in Carolina.
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Johnson is expected to make his NHL debut on Wednesday.
Johnson has some immigration stuff to get sorted before making his NHL debut but the Blue Jackets are anticipating him playing vs. the Canadiens. The 19-year-old had eight goals with 29 assists (37 points) in 32 games during his sophomore season at the University of Michigan. He's expected to start on a line with Justin Danforth and Oliver Bjorkstrand.
The Blue Jackets have signed Kent Johnson to a three-year, entry-level contract.
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