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Elvis Merzlikins Sprawls Out To Make Several Wild Saves On Panthers

APRIL 19, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Yanked after two periods Merzlikins was pulled after two periods Saturday after making 21 saves against the Panthers. He left the game with the score 3-0 and took the loss.

Impact The Panthers eventually won 5-2. Merzlikins allowed those three goals in a 4:50 span early in the second. He was replaced by Joonas Korpisalo. Elvis is 3-4-1 in his last eight starts dating back to March 11, but the wins came against the Bolts, Canes and Stars. Glimpses of great, coupled with some tough luck and a struggling team, and that makes Merzlikins an unwise activation.

APRIL 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Merzlikins will patrol the crease during Saturday's road matchup with the Panthers, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

Impact Merzlikins was decent in his last start Thursday against Tampa Bay, turning aside 31 of 34 shots, but he ultimately suffered his eighth loss of the season due to insufficient goal support from his teammates. The 26-year-old netminder will try to get back in the win column in a tough road matchup with a red-hot Panthers team that's won four straight contests.

APRIL 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Deserved better fate Merzlikins made 31 saves in a 3-2 loss to the Lightning on Thursday.

Impact The Blue Jackets were up 2-1 until late in the third when the Bolts notched two just 66 seconds apart. The second goal -- awarded to Brayden Point -- was a centering pass that ricocheted off defender David Savard's skate. Merzlikins had no chance and deserved a better fate. He's 1-3 in his last four starts, but again, his record doesn't speak to his play. He's only allowed nine goals in those four games and he has a .932 save percentage in that span. There's plenty of talk about the Jackets weighing trade offers on one of their goalies, but we can't imagine they'd move Merzlikins. He doesn't need to be protected in the expansion draft and that makes him extremely valuable in Columbus.

APRIL 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Taking on Tampa Bay Merzlikins will patrol the crease during Thursday's road game versus the Lightning, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

Impact Merzlikins played well in his last start Tuesday versus Tampa Bay, stopping 37 of 38 shots en route to an impressive 3-1 victory. The 26-year-old netminder will attempt to secure a second straight win over the same Lightning squad Thursday.

APRIL 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame: Elvis Merzlikins (3/30/21)

MARCH 31, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Limits Lightning to one goal Merzlikins stopped 37 of 38 shots in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Lightning.

Impact Merzlikins brought his best play Tuesday, as the only puck that beat him deflected off defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov before crossing the goal line. Other than that, Merzlikins was essentially perfect again the Central Division leaders. The Latvian netminder improved to 6-5-2 with a 2.72 GAA and a .918 save percentage in 15 outings. Joonas Korpisalo (lower body) practiced Tuesday, so Merzlikins isn't expected to have the No. 1 gig in net for long.

MARCH 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Taking on Tampa Bay Merzlikins will start between the pipes in Tuesday's road game versus the Lightning, Brian Hedger of The Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Merzlikins played well in his last start Sunday against the Red Wings, turning aside 25 of 27 shots, but he ultimately suffered his seventh loss of the season due to a lack of goal support from his teammates. The 26-year-old netminder will attempt to snap his two-game losing streak in a rough road matchup with a Tampa Bay team that's 13-2-0 at home this year.

MARCH 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped by Detroit again Merzlikins stopped 25 of 27 shots in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Red Wings.

Impact Detroit's final two goals were scored into an empty net. Merzlikins made his second start in as many days and looked good, but once again got almost no offensive support from the rest of the Jackets. There's no timetable yet for Joonas Korpisalo (lower body) to return to action, which could Merzlikins right back in the crease Tuesday for a much tougher matchup against the Lightning.

MARCH 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Sunday Merzlikins will guard the road goal in Sunday's game versus the Red Wings, Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers reports.

Impact Joonas Korpisalo (lower body) is still unavailable, so Merzlikins will start for the second straight day. The 26-year-old Merzlikins was solid Saturday, steering away 31 of 34 shots in a 3-1 loss to the Red Wings. The lack of offensive support is a concern, but fantasy managers should still be confident starting Merzlikins against the struggling Red Wings.

MARCH 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame: Elvis Merzlikins (3/27/21)

MARCH 27, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Gets little help in loss Merzlikins turned aside 31 shots in Saturday's 3-1 loss to the Red Wings.

Impact He turned in a strong effort, but the Jackets' offense was stuck in neutral during the matinee and didn't give Merzlikins much support. The 26-year-old has a mediocre 2.93 GAA and .912 save percentage on the season, but if Joonas Korpisalo (lower body) winds up missing significant time, Merzlikins will get an extended run as the starter for Columbus.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Saturday Merzlikins will protect the road goal in Saturday's game versus the Red Wings, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.

Impact Joonas Korpisalo (lower body) has been ruled out, so Merzlikins will make his fourth start of March. The 26-year-old has been solid this season, registering a .912 save percentage and a 5-3-2 record through 12 appearances. This is certainly an appealing matchup, as the Red Wings have lost three straight games while scoring just one goal.

MARCH 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for backup duties Merzlikins (illness) will suit up for Thursday's game versus the Hurricanes, per the NHL's official media site.

Impact Merzlikins missed Wednesday's practice, but he's healthy enough to serve as Joonas Korpisalo's backup in Thursday's game. The 26-year-old Merzlikins has recorded a .912 save percentage and a 5-3-2 record through 12 appearances this year.

MARCH 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Merzlikins missed Wednesday's practice with a non COVID-19 illness.

Impact Merzlikins should be considered questionable for Thursday's clash with Carolina. If Merzlikins is unable to go against the Hurricanes, Cameron Johnson will likely be promoted to the active roster.

MARCH 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Merzlikins with insane robbery of Necas in OT

MARCH 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Lowetide: Are the Oilers and Elvis Merzlikins a trade match? Breaking down the fit and cost Elvis Merzlikins is a sure thing and is both signed for next season and young enough to solve a big problem for several years.

MARCH 13, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

NHL Trade Deadline Big Board: Rickard Rakell, Elvis Merzlikins and 27 others who could be dealt A breakdown of NHL trade candidates following conversations with executives around the league.

MARCH 12, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Ryan Lomberg Bats Puck Out Of Midair Past Elvis Merzlikins For First NHL Goal

MARCH 12, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Elvis Merzlikins, Blue Jackets aren't delighted despite shutout of Predators Elvis Merzlikins needed to make 13 saves in the third period for the Blue Jackets as the Predators made a push.

FEBRUARY 19, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Blue Jackets activate G Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve CHICAGO (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets activated goaltender Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

Blue Jackets activate G Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve CHICAGO - The Columbus Blue Jackets activated goaltender Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve on Thursday.

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • THESTAR.COM

Blue Jackets activate G Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve The Columbus Blue Jackets have activated goaltender Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Blue Jackets activate G Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve

The Columbus Blue Jackets have activated goaltender Elvis Merzlikins off injured reserve

FEBRUARY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Elvis Merzlikins goes on IR, Blue Jackets do goalie shuffle COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Columbus Blue Jackets put goaltender Elvis Merzlikins on injured reserve after he hurt himself during practice.

FEBRUARY 4, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM

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