{"id":538892,"date":"2026-04-03T18:13:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:13:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/538892\/"},"modified":"2026-04-03T18:13:18","modified_gmt":"2026-04-03T18:13:18","slug":"blue-jackets-lose-defenseman-severson-for-remainder-of-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/538892\/","title":{"rendered":"Blue Jackets Lose Defenseman Severson for Remainder of Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"submission-link-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Columbus%2C+OH&amp;city=Columbus&amp;type=Update+Existing+Story&amp;headline=Blue+Jackets+Lose+Defenseman+Severson+for+Remainder+of+Season&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Foh%2Fcolumbus%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fblue-jackets-lose-defenseman-severson-for-season%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got story updates? Submit your updates here. \u203a<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nhl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/69d0025da794d.jpg\" alt=\"A cubist, geometric painting depicting a hockey defenseman in action, with sharp, overlapping planes of navy blue, red, and white representing the official colors of the Columbus Blue Jackets.\" width=\"1344\" height=\"768\" class=\"news-image\"\/>The loss of veteran defenseman Damon Severson is a critical blow to the Columbus Blue Jackets&#8217; playoff push.Columbus Today<\/p>\n<p>The Columbus Blue Jackets announced on Friday that defenseman Damon Severson will miss the remainder of the regular season after undergoing surgery to repair an injured shoulder. The 31-year-old veteran is a key part of the Blue Jackets&#8217; lineup as the team continues its push for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n<p>      Why it matters<\/p>\n<p>Severson&#8217;s absence is a significant blow to the Blue Jackets, who are currently battling for a postseason berth. As an experienced defenseman, he plays a vital role in the team&#8217;s defensive structure and transition game, making his loss felt as the team tries to secure a playoff position.<\/p>\n<p>            The details<\/p>\n<p>Severson underwent the shoulder surgery on Thursday, sidelining him for the rest of the regular season. The 31-year-old has been a mainstay on the Blue Jackets&#8217; blue line, providing stability and leadership to the team&#8217;s defensive corps.<\/p>\n<p>      Severson underwent surgery on Thursday, April 3, 2026.<\/p>\n<p>        The players<\/p>\n<p>        Damon Severson<\/p>\n<p>A 31-year-old defenseman for the Columbus Blue Jackets who will miss the remainder of the regular season due to a shoulder injury.<\/p>\n<p>Columbus Blue Jackets<\/p>\n<p>An NHL team based in Columbus, Ohio that is currently fighting for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/forms.nationaltoday.com\/news?location=Columbus%2C+OH&amp;city=Columbus&amp;type=Upload+Story+Photos&amp;headline=Blue+Jackets+Lose+Defenseman+Severson+for+Remainder+of+Season&amp;page=https%3A%2F%2Fnationaltoday.com%2Fus%2Foh%2Fcolumbus%2Fnews%2F2026%2F04%2F03%2Fblue-jackets-lose-defenseman-severson-for-season%2F\" class=\"submission-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Got photos? Submit your photos here. \u203a<\/a><br \/>\n            What\u2019s next<\/p>\n<p>The Blue Jackets will need to adjust their lineup and defensive pairings to compensate for Severson&#8217;s absence as they continue their push for the playoffs.<\/p>\n<p>        The takeaway<\/p>\n<p>Severson&#8217;s injury is a significant setback for the Blue Jackets, who will have to find a way to replace his veteran presence and production on the blue line as they fight to secure a postseason berth.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Got story updates? 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