The Columbus Blue Jackets need some reinforcemtns, recalling Cleveland Monsters defenseman Andrew Peeke prior to Saturday’s game.
The Cleveland Monsters will find themselves without one of their defensemen for Saturday’s game against Utica. The Columbus Blue Jackets have recalled Andrew Peeke prior to Saturday’s game.
Peeke played in last night’s loss for Cleveland, attempting 1 shot on goal.
This will not be the first NHL action for Andrew Peeke. The rookie defenseman has appeared in seven games for the Blue Jackets this season. Peeke has 1 point in those seven games, coming from an assist in a 3-0 win over the Washington Capitals back on December 16th. While Peeke has not scored in the NHL, he has 3 shots on goal during his time in Columbus.
Andrew Peeke has papered in 28 games for the Monsters this season. Totaling 16 points (11 assists, 5 goals) while with Cleveland. Peeke has shown to be able to score at crucial times this season, having 1 power play goal and 1 shorthanded goal.
The Monsters will have to adjust for having Andrew Peeke going up to Columbus. Luckily this is not the first time that they have had to make this specific adjustment. Having familiarity with how to handle this specific situation may lead to better results this time around.