Monahan will reunite with Marchenko, Voronkov on Blue Jackets' top line against the Islanders; Gudbranson to add stability on third defense pair.

The Columbus Blue Jackets activated center Sean Monahan from injured reserve Monday after a 28-game absence. Coach Dean Evason confirmed that the 30-year-old veteran will return to the lineup for Monday's game at the New York Islanders, his first action since sustaining a sprained right wrist on Jan. 7.

The Columbus Blue Jackets are in a tight playoff race, and Sean Monahan's return after a prolonged absence should help them climb up the standings.