Merzlikins Expected to Guard Cage vs. Flyers; Will Split Back-to-Back

Elvis Merzlikins was the first goalie off the ice Wednesday, signaling he'll start in net for the Columbus Blue Jackets against the Flyers. He was initially slated to start Monday's postponed game versus the Kings. Merzlikins is also expected to split the upcoming back-to-back contests against Chicago and St. Louis with Jet Greaves on Friday and Saturday, maintaining the team's current goalie plan.