Aston-Reese (upper body) took part in Monday's practice session, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Tarasov will guard the road goal Saturday versus the Avalanche, according to Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch.

Chinakhov produced a power-play assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

Severson recorded an assist, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

Danforth (wrist) participated in a full practice Friday, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Johnson notched a goal and a power-play assist in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

Werenski scored a power-play goal and fired seven shots in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

Merzlikins gave up three goals on 26 shots in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Wild.

Gudbranson (lower body) will draw into the lineup Thursday against Minnesota, per the NHL media site.

Merzlikins will get the starting nod on the road against the Wild on Thursday, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Per Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site, Voronkov (upper body) will not require surgery, general manager Don Waddell said Thursday.

Jenner underwent shoulder surgery Wednesday and could return before the end of the season, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.