This Blue Jackets first-round pick is on the verge of hitting a new career high.
Columbus Blue Jackets forward Cole Sillinger is a young player who they are hoping will be in a key part of their future. While Sillinger is only 22 years old, he is currently in his fifth season with the Blue Jackets, as he jumped into the NHL immediately after being drafted 12th overall by Columbus in 2021.
Sillinger is continuing to grow his game as he gets more experience and has made an impact again this campaign with the Blue Jackets. In 77 games this season with Columbus, the 6-foot forward has recorded eight goals, 25 assists, and 105 hits. Overall, he has been giving the Blue Jackets a nice mix of secondary offensive production and grit.
Now, with the regular season almost over, Sillinger is on the verge of setting a new career high.
Sillinger is currently at 33 points this season and needs only one more to reach a new career high of 34. The Blue Jackets have four more games remaining, so Sillinger does have a little time to get that last point.
No matter what happens on that front, Sillinger is continuing to show promise with the Blue Jackets. While he has yet to have that big offensive season for Columbus, he is showing signs of improvement and is a key part of their roster.