Boone Jenner is the current captain of the Columbus Blue Jackets in the National Hockey League (NHL). Selected in the 2011 NHL Entry Draft, Jenner's early years involved intensive off-season training, and significant contributions during his rookie season.
Named the Blue Jackets' captain in the 2021–22 season, Jenner had a strong start, scoring five goals in eight games. However, he faced adversity, testing positive for COVID-19 in December 2021. Despite his absence, Jenner led the team in goals upon his return. In March 2022, he suffered a lower-back injury and missed the remainder of the season. Jenner returned for the 2022–23 season, achieving personal milestones but faced difficulties as the Blue Jackets finished last in the Eastern Conference.
The 2023–24 season brought more success for Jenner, securing his spot in the 2024 NHL All-Star Game with 13 goals in 29 games. However, he faced another setback, breaking his jaw on December 8, 2023.
Boone Jenner's Injuries
Boone Jenner has faced several injuries throughout his hockey career, impacting his time on the ice with the Columbus Blue Jackets. On December 8, 2023, Jenner suffered a fractured jaw when he was struck by a puck, forcing him to endure a month without being able to eat solid food. The recovery process involved having wires in his jaw, with plans to remove them around January 19, 2024, allowing him to resume normal activities.
In addition to the recent jaw injury, Jenner's injury history includes an upper-body injury on April 11, 2023, a thumb injury on December 19, 2022, and an illness on November 3, 2022. Going further back, he faced a lower back injury on March 12, 2022, and had previously contracted COVID-19 on December 19, 2021. Other injuries include a finger injury on April 7, 2021, an illness on March 11, 2019, an undisclosed injury on February 15, 2019, and a lower-body injury on January 31, 2019.
Quite early in his career, he faced various injuries, including a leg injury in 2013 and a stress fracture in the 2014–15 season. Despite these challenges, Jenner's resilience, dedication, and consistent performance have earned him recognition, such as getting selected to the 2024 NHL All-Star Game for the first time in his 11-season NHL career.
FAQ's On Boone Jenner's Injury History
A. Boone Jenner currently plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets.
A. Boone Jenner plays as a center.
A. Boone Jenner shoots left-handed.
A. Boone Jenner was born on June 15, 1993, in Dorchester, Ontario, Canada.
A. Boone Jenner is 31 years old.
