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Bean will miss the remainder of the 2023-24 campaign after suffering a broken hand during Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Islanders.

Bean will finish the season with four goals, 13 points, 32 PIM, 28 hits and 110 blocks in 72 games. Adam Boqvist (upper body) is also out indefinitely, so the Blue Jackets are down to five healthy defensemen and will likely recall someone from the minors before Saturday's tilt versus the Flyers. Bean is set to become a restricted free agent with arbitration rights this summer after finishing his three-year, $7 million deal. If Bean re-signs with the Blue Jackets, he will probably serve primarily in a third-pairing role next season.

Romanov had a pair of assists in the Islanders 4-2 victory over Columbus on Thursday.

Romanov has three assists over his last three games. The 24-year-old blueliner has a career high seven goals this season as well as 13 assists in 75 games. He has some fantasy value in leagues that reward physical play -- he has 137 hits and 152 blocked shots this year.

Gudas (upper body) is set to play Friday against Seattle, per Alyson Lozoff of Bally Sports West.

Gudas is drawing back into the lineup for the first time since March 14. He has six goals, 16 points, 124 PIM, 213 hits and 142 blocks in 60 outings in 2023-24. Gudas' return will likely lead to William Lagesson being a healthy scratch against the Kraken.

Kleven was demoted to AHL Belleville on Friday.

Kleven was pointless in four games during his recent recall. The defenseman has one assist in nine NHL games this season, averaging 12:39 of ice time. Look for Thomas Chabot (lower body) to take Kleven's spot in the lineup Saturday against New Jersey.

Murphy (groin) is hoping to rejoin the lineup against St. Louis on Wednesday, Ben Pope of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

Murphy won't be an option to face Dallas or Minnesota on Saturday or Sunday, respectively, but he seems to be nearing a return to action. The blueliner has been shelved since Jan. 13 versus the Stars, a stretch of 32 games on IR due to his groin problem. If Murphy can pick up just two more points, he will reach the 10-point threshold for the ninth consecutive campaign.

Bogosian (undisclosed) is not expected to play versus Winnipeg on Saturday but will make the trip for Sunday's clash with Chicago, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

Bogosian remains stuck in a seven-game goal drought during which he's recorded two assists, 10 shots and 14 PIM while averaging 19:40 of ice time. Alex Goligoski figures to get the first crack at additional ice time with Bogosian out of action, though Dakota Mermis could also be an option for an expanded role.

Fleury was recalled from AHL Coachella Valley on Friday.

Fleury has yet to play at the NHL level this season. He has been a healthy scratch in three games. He picked up an assist Thursday in the Firebirds' 3-1 win over San Jose, giving Fleury 33 points in 61 AHL games in 2023-24.

Bean (undisclosed) will miss the remainder of the season, per Coby Maeir of 1st Ohio Battery.

Bean was injured after blocking a shot Thursday against the Islanders. He'll finish the season with four goals, nine assists and 110 blocked shots in 72 appearances. Look for the Blue Jackets to recall a defenseman ahead of Saturday's game versus Philadelphia, as they currently have only five healthy rearguards on the roster.

Marino is questionable to play against Ottawa on Saturday due to an undisclosed injury, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

Marino's absence comes after he was ejected against the Rangers on Wednesday following a full-line brawl at puck drop. The blueliner is currently stuck in a 23-game goal drought during which he's recorded a mere 14 shots. If Marino doesn't play Saturday, it would likely lead to Nick DeSimone, who was a healthy scratch for the previous two contests, entering the lineup.

Joseph scored a goal on his lone shot in Thursday's 4-1 win over the Capitals.

Joseph extended Pittsburgh's lead to 2-0 midway through the first period, beating Charlie Lindgren with a shot from the point. The 24-year-old Joseph has been productive since moving into a top-paring spot alongside Kris Letang with Ryan Graves (concussion) sidelined, tallying five points (two goals, three assists) in his last eight contests. He's up to two goals and 10 points through 46 games this season.