Blue Jackets claim shootout specialist Jokinen off waivers

The Columbus Blue Jackets claimed Jussi Jokinen off waivers from the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, the team announced.

Jokinen has already suited up for two clubs this season, playing 14 games for the Edmonton Oilers after signing a one-year deal in July, and 18 for the Kings following a November trade.

Through those 34 games, Jokinen has only managed one goal and five assists in just under 12 minutes of ice time per night.

The 34-year-old Finn was placed on waivers by L.A. on Tuesday, but is a career 39 percent shootout taker, scoring on 36 of 92 attempts.

Jokinen's addition was made necessary due to the torn oblique suffered by Blue Jackets rookie Sonny Milano, who will miss four-to-six weeks with his injury.

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