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Anisimov (concussion) returns to Columbus lineup tonight

Artem Anisimov

Columbus Blue Jackets’ Artem Anisimov, of Russia, plays against the Phoenix Coyotes during an NHL hockey game Saturday, March 16, 2013, in Columbus, Ohio. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)

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Columbus is going into their final game of the season a bit more loaded up front.

Shawn Mitchell of The Columbus Dispatch reports center Artem Anisimov will return to the lineup on the fourth line against Nashville tonight. Anisimov will lineup with Jared Boll and Derek MacKenzie at least to start off. He has missed the last five games with concussion-like symptoms.

This season, Anisimov has been one of the more steady players for the Blue Jackets ranking third on the team in goals with 11. His 18 points are good for fifth on the team in scoring. If Columbus is able to finish the job and make the postseason, Anisimov’s help will be much needed against either Anaheim or Chicago. For now, having him against Chris Mason and the Predators tonight makes him a sight for sore eyes.